FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC. "Your Safer Source for Science Supplies" MSDS #: 857.00 Revision Date: March 15, 2001 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Section 1 — Chemical Product and Company Identification Zenker's Fluid Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219 Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261 CHEMTREC Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9300 Section 2 — Composition, Information on Ingredients Potassium Dichromate (7778-50-9) 2.5%, Mercuric Chloride (7487-94-7) 5%, Sodium Sulfate (7757-82-6) 1% , Acetic Acid (64-19-7) 5%, Water (7732-18-5) 86.5% CAS#: None Established Section 3 — Hazards Identification Clear liquid with slight vinegar (acetic acid ) odor. FLINN AT-A-GLANCE Very toxic by ingestion. Corrosive to body tissue. Avoid all body tissue contact. Health-3 Flammability-0 Reactivity-1 Exposure-3 Storage-0 0 is low hazard, 3 is high hazard Section 4 — First Aid Measures Call a physician, seek medical attention for further treatment, observation and support after first aid. Inhalation: Remove to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped give artificial respiration immediately. Eye: Immediately flush with fresh water for 15 minutes. External: Wash continuously with fresh water for 15 minutes. Internal: Rinse out mouth, give 1 to 2 cups of water or milk, induce vomiting. After vomiting, give mixture of 2 Tbs. of activated charcoal mixed with one cup of water. Call a physician or poison control at once. Section 5 — Fire Fighting Measures Non flammable liquid. NFPA CODE None established Section 6 — Accidental Release Measures Restrict unprotected personnel from area and ventilate area. Contain spill with sand or absorbent material; deposit in sealed bag or container. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information. Section 7 — Handling and Storage Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Organic #9. Store with dyes, indicators, and stains. Section 8 — Exposure Controls , Personal Protection Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wear chemical splash goggles, chemical-resistant gloves and chemical-resistant apron. © 2002 Flinn Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved. PAGE 1 OF 2 FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC. Zenker's Fluid "Your Safer Source for Science Supplies" MSDS #: 857.00 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Revision Date: March 15, 2001 Section 9 — Physical and Chemical Properties Clear liquid with slight vinegar (acetic acid ) odor. A fixative which contains mercuric chloride (25g); potassium dichromate (12.5g); sodium sulfate (5g); acetic acid (25ml) ; and distilled water (500 ml) . Section 10 — Stability and Reactivity Shelf Life: Indefinite. Section 11 — Toxicological Information Acute effects: Highly toxic, corrosive ORL-RAT LD50: 1 mg/kg as mercuric chloride Chronic effects: Possible mutagen IHL-RAT LC50: N.A. Target organs: Neurotoxic effects SKN-RBT LD50: N.A. N.A. = Not available, not all health aspects of this substance have been fully investigated. Section 12 — Ecological Information Data not yet available. Section 13 — Disposal Considerations Please consult with state and local regulations. Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #27b is one option. Section 14 — Transport Information Shipping Name: Not regulated Hazard Class: N/A UN Number: N/A N/A = Not applicable Section 15 — Regulatory Information Not listed. Section 16 — Other Information Consult your copy of the Flinn Scientific Catalog/Reference Manual for additional information about laboratory chemicals. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn Scientific Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. Flinn Scientific Inc. assumes no legal responsibility for use or reliance upon this data. FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC. "Your Safer Source for Science Supplies" Need a Chemical Fast? - Order from Flinn flinn@flinnsci.com www.flinnsci.com P.O. Box 219 Batavia IL 60510 (800) 452-1261 Fax (866) 452-1436 PAGE 2 OF 2 © 2002 Flinn Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved.