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APPENDIX B
Risk and Safety Phrases
Reagents SS-049C and SS-049C-EU – Basofix Eosin Stain, or SS-135/149C – Eosin Stain concentrate after
dilution as directed, are associated with the following Hazard and Precautionary statement. The associated
Signal word is Warning.
H302
Harmful if swallowed
H371
May cause damage to organs ( if swallowed)
P260
Do not breath vapors, spray, fume, mist
P264
Wash hands thoroughly after handling
P270
Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product
P301+P312
IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER, a doctor if you feel unwell
Reagents SS-049P and SS-049P-EU – Basofix Pre-dip Fixative and SS-149P – Basofix Pre-dip Fixative
concentrated when diluted as directed are associated with the following Hazard and Precautionary
statements. The associated Signal word is Danger.
H225
Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H301+H311+H331
Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H370
Causes damage to organs
P281
Use personal protective equipment as required
P202
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
P233
Keep container tightly closed
P210
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No
smoking
P309+P311
If exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P304+P340
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
Reagents SS-135/149A – Rinse Reagent Concentrate is not associated with any Hazard and Precautionary
statements. There are no associated Signal words.
H statements
None
P Statements
None
Reagents SS-135/149B – Thiazin Stain Reagent Concentrate is not associated with any Hazard and
Precautionary statements. There are no associated Signal words.
H statements
None
P Statements
None
Reagents SS-135/149C – Eosin Stain Reagent Concentrate is not associated with any Hazard and
Precautionary statements. There are no associated Signal words.
H Statements
None
P Statements
None
Reagent SS-135S – Hematology Surfactant is associated with the following Hazard and Precautionary
statements. The associated Signal word is Warning.
H317
May cause sensitization by skin contact
H319
May cause serious eye irritation
P261
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P280
Wear protective gloves, eye protection
P302+P352
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing