Product # (s) 7102
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Section 1. Company Identification and Product Information
Product Name or Identity: MacConkey Agar
Manufacturer’s Name: Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc. Emergency Phone No.: 517/372-9200
740 East Shiawassee Fax No.: 517/372-0108
Lansing, Michigan 48912 e-mail: foodsafety@neogen.com
Date Prepared or Revised: December 2013 Chemtrec: (800) 424-9300
Outside US and Canada: (703) 527-3887
Section 2. Composition / Information on Hazardous Ingredients
This product is a mixture of the substances listed below with the addition of nonhazardous materials.
Hazardous Components CAS-No. % Hazard
Specific Chemical Identity: Symbol
Sodium Chloride 7647-14-5 10% Xi (Irritant)
Bile Salts Mixture NA 3% Xi (Irritant)
Section 3. Health Hazard Identification
Health Hazards: Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment.
(Acute and Chronic) R 36 / 37 / 38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Emergency / Ingestion: Give large amounts of water to drink. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
First Aid person. Seek medical attention.
Procedures: Inhalation: If inhaled, supply fresh air or oxygen. Seek medical attention if breathing becomes labored or
difficult.
Eye Contact: Rinse opened eye for at least 15 minutes under running water, lifting lower and upper
eyelids occasionally. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Immediately wash with plenty of soap and water for at
least 15 minutes. Wash clothing before reuse. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Method Used): N/A Flammable Limits: LEL – N/A, UEL – N/A
Extinguishing Media: Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
Protective Equipment: In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing
apparatus with full face piece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mood.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: During heating or in case of fire, poisonous gases may be produced.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable protective clothing. Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Avoid inhalation,
contact with eyes and skin. Prevent formation of dust.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent dispersion of material. Wipe up with damp sponge or mop.
Clean-up Methods: Absorb material, ventilate area, and wash spill site after material has been cleaned up.
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling: Protect against physical damage. Ensure good ventilation / exhaustion.
Storage: Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: 2 - 30°C
Do not store together with oxidizing agents. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.
Other Precautions: No special measures required.
Section 8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Components with limit values that require monitoring:
This product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be monitored at the
workplace.
OSHA–PEL: N/A REL: N/A TLV: N/A
Additional Information: Personal Protection listed below are general requirements for laboratory personnel. Follow the
usual precautionary measures for handling chemicals / powder. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Keep away from food, beverages, and feed.
Wash hands before and after entering laboratory.
Breathing Equipment: If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, NIOSH/MSHA approved respiratory
protection should be worn.
Hand Protection: Use chemical resistant gloves.
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses or goggles.
Body Protection: Wear lab coat or other protective work clothing.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Homogeneous free flowing powder, light pinkish beige.
Boiling Point: Not determined Density: Not determined
Flash Point: Not applicable Melting Point: Not determined
Auto Igniting: Product is not self-igniting Solubility in Water: Soluble
Danger of explosion: Product does not present an pH: 7.1 ± 0.2 @ 25°C
explosion hazard.
Solvent Content: Organic solvents – 0.0% Solids Content: 100.0%
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Unstable
Stable X Conditions to Avoid: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Incompatible with strong oxidizers and acids.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: Carbon oxides, hydrocarbons.
Hazardous Polymerization: May Occur
Will Not Occur X No dangerous reactions known.
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Section 11. Toxicological Information
LD/LC50 values that are relevant: NA
Carcinogenicity Classification:
IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer) - Not listed
NTP (National Toxicology Program) - Not listed
Irritant: Irritant to eyes, skin, and mucous membranes.
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
Subacute to chronic toxicity: Target organs: Respiratory tract, eyes, kidneys, and skin.
Additional toxicological information: Irritant.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Tests:
Generally not hazardous to water. The ecological effects have not been thoroughly investigated, but currently none have
been identified.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal (40 CFR 261.3), state, and local environmental
regulations. Smaller quantities can be disposed of with solid waste.
RCRA Hazardous Waste: No
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material if questions arise.
Container Information: Do not remove labels from containers until they have been cleaned.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Regulations:
Not Regulated
Land Transport ADR/RID (cross-border):
Not Regulated
Maritime Transport IMDG:
Not Regulated
Marine Pollutant: No
Air Transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
Not Regulated
Section 15. Regulatory Information
EU Regulations, Hazard Symbol(s):
Sodium Chloride: Xi (Irritant)
Bile Salts Mixture: Xi (Irritant)
Section 16. Other Information
This document is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide.
Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc. shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above
product. These suggestions should not be confused with state, municipal or insurance requirements, and constitute NO
WARRANTY.
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