Hydrogen peroxide, reagent

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

HYDROGEN PEROXIDE 3%, reagent : Catalase test

Catalogue number:  8529 / 2011.01.14

1.  Hazardous ingredients

Material or mixtures : Hydrogen peroxide 3% (as # 7722-84-1)

Oral (LD50) : 1518 mg/Kg (rat)

Toxicity : not investigated

 

2. Physical data

Boiling point : 100

Vapor pressure : not applicable

Vapor density : not applicable

Solubility in water : complete

Appearance : colorless clear liquid

 

pH at 25  ̊ C : not applicable

Specific gravity : 1,01

% volatile/volume : not applicable

Evaporation rate : not available

Odor : characteristic

 

3. Fire and explosion hazard data

Flash point : not applicable

Ignition temperature : not applicable

Extinguishing media : appropriate for surrounding fire conditions

Special fire fighting procedures : no special measures required

Unusual fire hazards : not identified

 

4. Health hazard data and protection information

Effects of overexposure : none identified

Carcinogenicity : not applicable

Eyes contact and skin contact: irritation. Wear rubber gloves, apron and safety goggles. Wash thoroughly with plenty running water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician

Inhalation: harmful. Remove to fresh air or give oxygen. Call a physician

Ingestion : harmful. Call a physician promptly

 

5. Reactivity data

Stability : stable

Incompatible materials : ammonia, carbonates, organic material

Hazardous decomposition products : none identified

Hazardous polymerisation : none identified

 

6. Spill, leak  and precautions procedures

Preventives measures: wipe up with damp sponge and rinse with plenty of water

Waste disposal method: small spill may be rinsed down drain with plenty of water. Follow all local environmental disposal regulations

 

7. Special protection information

Handling and storing: follow standard control. No special measures required in handling and storing. Keep container tightly closed

 

The above information is correct but do not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used as a guide. QUÉBACT shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or contact with the above product.