Material Safety Data Sheet
Barfoed Reagent

ACC# 92416
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification

MSDS Name: Barfoed Reagent
Catalog Numbers: S66189
Synonyms:
Glucose Test Solution
Company Identification:

              Fisher Scientific
              1 Reagent Lane
              Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information, call:
201-796-7100
Emergency Number:
201-796-7100
For CHEMTREC assistance, call:
800-424-9300
For International CHEMTREC assistance, call:
703-527-3887

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients

CAS# Chemical Name Percent EINECS/ELINCS
142-71-2 Cupric acetate 6.6 205-553-3
64-19-7 Acetic acid 1.0 200-580-7
7732-18-5 Water Balance 231-791-2

Section 3 - Hazards Identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Appearance: blue-green liquid.
Caution! May cause eye and skin irritation. May cause respiratory and digestive tract irritation. May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause reproductive and fetal effects. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Target Organs: Kidneys, liver.


Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. Cupric Acetate may cause a skin allergy. If allergy develops, very low future exposure can cause itching and a skin rash.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May cause liver and kidney damage. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Chronic: Adverse reproductive effects have been reported in animals. Cupric Acetate has caused adverse reproductive effects in experimental

Section 4 - First Aid Measures


Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures


General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam.
Flash Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures


General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Provide ventilation.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage


Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection


Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name ACGIH NIOSH OSHA - Final PELs
Cupric acetate none listed 1 mg/m3 TWA (as Cu, except Copper fume) (listed under Copper compounds, n.o.s.). none listed
Acetic acid 10 ppm TWA; 15 ppm STEL 10 ppm TWA; 25 mg/m3 TWA 50 ppm IDLH 10 ppm TWA; 25 mg/m3 TWA
Water none listed none listed none listed

OSHA Vacated PELs: Cupric acetate: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical. Acetic acid: 10 ppm TWA; 25 mg/m3 TWA Water: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties


Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: blue-green
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 14 mm Hg
Vapor Density: 0.7-water
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 100 deg C-water
Freezing/Melting Point:0 deg C-water
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Not available.
Specific Gravity/Density:1.1
Molecular Formula:Solution
Molecular Weight:Not available.

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity


Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of copper.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information


RTECS#:      
CAS# 142-71-2: AG3480000      
CAS# 64-19-7: AF1225000      
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 142-71-2:
     Oral, mouse: LD50 = 196 mg/kg;
     Oral, rat: LD50 = 501 mg/kg;
.

CAS# 64-19-7:
     Draize test, rabbit, skin: 50 mg/24H Mild;
     Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 5620 ppm/1H;
     Oral, rat: LD50 = 3310 mg/kg;
     Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 1060 uL/kg;
.

CAS# 7732-18-5:
     Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg;
.

Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 142-71-2: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 64-19-7: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 7732-18-5: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.

Epidemiology: No information found
Teratogenicity: No information found
Reproductive Effects: Adverse reproductive effects have occurred in experimental animals.
Mutagenicity: No information found
Neurotoxicity: No information found
Other Studies:

Section 12 - Ecological Information

No information available.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.

Section 14 - Transport Information

US DOT Canada TDG
Shipping Name: Not regulated as a hazardous material No information available.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

US FEDERAL

TSCA
     CAS# 142-71-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
     CAS# 64-19-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
     CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
     None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
     None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
     None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
     None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
     CAS# 142-71-2: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ      CAS# 64-19-7: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
     None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
     CAS # 142-71-2: immediate, delayed.
     CAS # 64-19-7: immediate, delayed, fire.
Section 313
     This material contains Cupric acetate (listed as Copper compounds, n.o.s.), 6.6%, (CAS# 142-71-2) which is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
     This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
     This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
     This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
CAS# 142-71-2 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA. CAS# 64-19-7 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA. CAS# 142-71-2 is listed as a Toxic Pollutant under the Clean Water Act.
OSHA:
     None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
     CAS# 142-71-2 can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts.
     CAS# 64-19-7 can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.
     CAS# 7732-18-5 is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.

California Prop 65

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

European/International Regulations

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
     XN
Risk Phrases:

     R 22 Harmful if swallowed.

Safety Phrases:

     S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

     CAS# 142-71-2: 2
     CAS# 64-19-7: 1
     CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
Canada - DSL/NDSL
     CAS# 142-71-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
     CAS# 64-19-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
     CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
     This product has a WHMIS classification of D1B, D2A.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
     CAS# 142-71-2 (listed as Copper compounds, n.o.s.) is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
     CAS# 64-19-7 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.

Section 16 - Additional Information

MSDS Creation Date: 9/25/2002
Revision #3 Date: 11/07/2007

The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Fisher be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if Fisher has been advised of the possibility of such damages.