SAFETY DATA SHEET
Z-Fix Concentrate
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Z-Fix Concentrate
Other Names:
Concentrate for buffered zinc formalin
Product Number(s):
64125-01, EMS64125-01
CAS Number:
Not available
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory chemicals
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS06 Skull and crossbones
Acute Toxicity - Oral 3 H301 Toxic if swallowed.
Acute Toxicity - Dermal 3 H311 Toxic in contact with skin.
Acute Toxicity - Inhalation 3 H331 Toxic if inhaled.
GHS08 Health hazard
Sensitization - Respiratory 1 H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
Germ Cell Mutagenicity 2 H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
Carcinogenicity 1B H350 May cause cancer.
Toxic to Reproduction 1A H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure 2 H371 May cause damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure 1 H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
GHS07
Skin Irrititation 2 H315 Causes skin irritation.
Eye Irritation 2A H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Sensitization - Skin 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Flammable Liquids 4 H227 Combustible liquid.
Acute Toxicity - Oral 3 H301 Toxic if swallowed.
Acute Toxicity - Dermal 3 H311 Toxic in contact with skin.
Acute Toxicity - Inhalation 3 H331 Toxic if inhaled.
GHS08 Health hazard
Sensitization - Respiratory 1 H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
Germ Cell Mutagenicity 2 H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
Carcinogenicity 1B H350 May cause cancer.
Toxic to Reproduction 1A H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure 2 H371 May cause damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure 1 H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
GHS07
Skin Irrititation 2 H315 Causes skin irritation.
Eye Irritation 2A H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Sensitization - Skin 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Flammable Liquids 4 H227 Combustible liquid.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
Hazard-determining components of labelling:
formaldehyde
Methyl Alcohol
Combustible liquid.
Toxic if swallowed.
Toxic in contact with skin.
Toxic if inhaled.
Causes skin irritation.
Causes serious eye irritation.
May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Suspected of causing genetic defects.
May cause cancer.
May damage fertility or the unborn child.
May cause damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
formaldehyde
Methyl Alcohol
Combustible liquid.
Toxic if swallowed.
Toxic in contact with skin.
Toxic if inhaled.
Causes skin irritation.
Causes serious eye irritation.
May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Suspected of causing genetic defects.
May cause cancer.
May damage fertility or the unborn child.
May cause damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Precautionary Statement(s)
Obtain special instruction before use.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking.
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Wear respiratory protection.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking.
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Wear respiratory protection.
Primary route(s) of entry
Inhalation (PRIMARY route), Skin, eye contact (Secondary)
Human Health
Inhalation:
Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
Ingestion:
Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Rinse mouth.
Eyes:
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If exposed or concerned: get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
Skin:
Wash with plenty of water. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
Environment
In case of fire: Use CO₂, powder or water spray for extinction.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
formaldehyde
50-00-0
>10-≤25%
Not Available
Methyl Alcohol
67-56-1
>2.5-≤10%
Not Available
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
Call for a doctor immediately.
Inhalation
Supply fresh air and to be sure call for a doctor.
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
Skin Contact
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Eye Contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
Other Information
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least 48 hours after the accident.
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least 48 hours after the accident.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
CO₂, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
HAZCHEM
No further relevant information available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Environmental precautions
Dilute with plenty of water.
Do not allow to enter sewers/surface or ground water.
Do not allow to enter sewers/surface or ground water.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Protective Action Criteria for Chemicals
· PAC-1:
50-00-0 formaldehyde 0.90 ppm
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol 530 ppm
1310-73-2 Sodium Hydroxide, Pellets, Reagent, A.C.S. 0.5 mg/m³
10043-35-3 BORIC ACID 6 mg/m³
· PAC-2:
50-00-0 formaldehyde 14 ppm
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol 2,100 ppm
1310-73-2 Sodium Hydroxide, Pellets, Reagent, A.C.S. 5 mg/m³
10043-35-3 BORIC ACID 23 mg/m³
· PAC-3:
50-00-0 formaldehyde 56 ppm
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol 7200* ppm
1310-73-2 Sodium Hydroxide, Pellets, Reagent, A.C.S. 50 mg/m³
10043-35-3 BORIC ACID 830 mg/m³
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Protective Action Criteria for Chemicals
· PAC-1:
50-00-0 formaldehyde 0.90 ppm
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol 530 ppm
1310-73-2 Sodium Hydroxide, Pellets, Reagent, A.C.S. 0.5 mg/m³
10043-35-3 BORIC ACID 6 mg/m³
· PAC-2:
50-00-0 formaldehyde 14 ppm
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol 2,100 ppm
1310-73-2 Sodium Hydroxide, Pellets, Reagent, A.C.S. 5 mg/m³
10043-35-3 BORIC ACID 23 mg/m³
· PAC-3:
50-00-0 formaldehyde 56 ppm
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol 7200* ppm
1310-73-2 Sodium Hydroxide, Pellets, Reagent, A.C.S. 50 mg/m³
10043-35-3 BORIC ACID 830 mg/m³
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Open and handle receptacle with care.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Information about protection against explosions and fires:
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Keep respiratory protective device available.
Open and handle receptacle with care.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Information about protection against explosions and fires:
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Keep respiratory protective device available.
Conditions for safe storage
· Storage:
· Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: No special requirements.
· Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required.
· Further information about storage conditions: Keep receptacle tightly sealed.
· Specific end use(s) No further relevant information available.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Material
TWA ppm
TWA mg/m3
STEL ppm
STEL mg/m3
50-00-0 formaldehyde
1ppm
1.2mg/m³
2ppm
2.5mg/m³
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol
200ppm
260mg/m³
250 ppm
325mg/m³
Engineering controls
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Store protective clothing separately.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Store protective clothing separately.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Tightly sealed goggles.
Skin protection
Protective gloves
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation.
Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the preparation/ the chemical mixture.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation.
· Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. As the product is a preparation of several substances, the resistance of the glove material can not be calculated in advance and has therefore to be checked prior to the application.
· Penetration time of glove material
The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation.
Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the preparation/ the chemical mixture.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation.
· Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. As the product is a preparation of several substances, the resistance of the glove material can not be calculated in advance and has therefore to be checked prior to the application.
· Penetration time of glove material
The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.
Body protection
Protective clothing.
Respiratory protection
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use self-contained respiratory protective device.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Colourless liquid
Odour
Pungent
pH
5.6-5.8
Vapour Pressure
1.7 hPa at 20 °C (68 °F)
Density
1.05g/cm³ at 20 °C (68 °F)
Boiling Point
97°C
Melting Point
Undetermined
Solubility
Fully miscible.
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available.
Flash Point
62°C
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Lower: 7 Vol%
Upper: 73 Vol%
Upper: 73 Vol%
Ignition Temperature
Not determined.
Formula
Not available.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known.
Conditions to avoid
No further relevant information available.
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
50-00-0 formaldehyde
Oral LD50 >200 mg/kg (rat)
Oral LD50 >200 mg/kg (rat)
Eye contact
Irritating effect.
Skin contact
Irritant to skin and mucous membranes. Sensitisation possible through skin contact.
Ingestion
No further relevant information available.
Inhalation
No further relevant information available.
Toxicity and irritation
Harmful
Irritant
Carcinogenic
Carcinogenic categories
· IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer): 50-00-0 formaldehyde 1
· NTP (National Toxicology Program): 50-00-0 formaldehyde K
· OSHA-Ca (Occupational Safety Health Administration): 50-00-0 formaldehyde
Irritant
Carcinogenic
Carcinogenic categories
· IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer): 50-00-0 formaldehyde 1
· NTP (National Toxicology Program): 50-00-0 formaldehyde K
· OSHA-Ca (Occupational Safety Health Administration): 50-00-0 formaldehyde
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
Water hazard class 2: hazardous for water.
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
· Waste treatment methods
Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
· Uncleaned packagings:
· Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
· Recommended cleansing agent: Water, if necessary with cleansing agents.
Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
· Uncleaned packagings:
· Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
· Recommended cleansing agent: Water, if necessary with cleansing agents.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
No further relevant information available.
UN Number
UN1198
Proper shipping name
FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION, FLAMMABLE
Transport hazard class
Class 3
Label 3 (8)
Label 3 (8)
Packing group
III
Environmental hazard
Not applicable.
Special precautions for users
Not applicable.
Additional information
Not applicable.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
· Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances):
50-00-0 formaldehyde
· Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings):
50-00-0 formaldehyde
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol
· TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act):
All components have the value ACTIVE.
· Hazardous Air Pollutants
50-00-0 formaldehyde
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol
54-64-8 Thiomersal
· Proposition 65
· Chemicals known to cause cancer:
50-00-0 formaldehyde
· Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for females:
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for males:
None of the ingredients is listed.
Chemicals known to cause developmental toxicity:
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol
54-64-8 Thiomersal
· Carcinogenic categories
· EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
50-00-0 formaldehyde B1
10043-35-3 BORIC ACID I (oral)
· TLV (Threshold Limit Value)
50-00-0 formaldehyde A2
10043-35-3 BORIC ACID A4
· NIOSH-Ca (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
50-00-0 formaldehyde
50-00-0 formaldehyde
· Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings):
50-00-0 formaldehyde
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol
· TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act):
All components have the value ACTIVE.
· Hazardous Air Pollutants
50-00-0 formaldehyde
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol
54-64-8 Thiomersal
· Proposition 65
· Chemicals known to cause cancer:
50-00-0 formaldehyde
· Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for females:
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for males:
None of the ingredients is listed.
Chemicals known to cause developmental toxicity:
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol
54-64-8 Thiomersal
· Carcinogenic categories
· EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
50-00-0 formaldehyde B1
10043-35-3 BORIC ACID I (oral)
· TLV (Threshold Limit Value)
50-00-0 formaldehyde A2
10043-35-3 BORIC ACID A4
· NIOSH-Ca (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
50-00-0 formaldehyde
Other Information
Workers are not allowed to be exposed to the hazardous carcinogenic materials contained in this preparation. Exceptions can be made by the authorities in certain cases.
A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.
A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
14 April 2026
Comments
Abbreviations and acronyms:
ADR: Accord relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par route (European Agreement Concerning the International
Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road)
IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
DOT: US Department of Transportation
IATA: International Air Transport Association
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
ELINCS: European List of Notified Chemical Substances
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society)
NFPA: National Fire Protection Association (USA)
HMIS: Hazardous Materials Identification System (USA)
VOC: Volatile Organic Compounds (USA, EU)
LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent
LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent
PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
vPvB: very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative
NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety
OSHA: Occupational Safety Health
TLV: Threshold Limit Value
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit
REL: Recommended Exposure Limit
BEI: Biological Exposure Limit
Flammable Liquids 4: Flammable liquids - Category 4
Acute Toxicity - Oral 3: Acute toxicity - Category 3
Skin Irrititation 2: Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 2
Eye Irritation 2A: Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 2A
Sensitization - Respiratory 1: Respiratory sensitisation - Category 1
Sensitization - Skin 1: Skin sensitisation - Category 1
Germ Cell Mutagenicity 2: Germ cell mutagenicity - Category 2
Carcinogenicity 1B: Carcinogenicity - Category 1B
ADR: Accord relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par route (European Agreement Concerning the International
Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road)
IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
DOT: US Department of Transportation
IATA: International Air Transport Association
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
ELINCS: European List of Notified Chemical Substances
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society)
NFPA: National Fire Protection Association (USA)
HMIS: Hazardous Materials Identification System (USA)
VOC: Volatile Organic Compounds (USA, EU)
LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent
LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent
PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
vPvB: very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative
NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety
OSHA: Occupational Safety Health
TLV: Threshold Limit Value
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit
REL: Recommended Exposure Limit
BEI: Biological Exposure Limit
Flammable Liquids 4: Flammable liquids - Category 4
Acute Toxicity - Oral 3: Acute toxicity - Category 3
Skin Irrititation 2: Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 2
Eye Irritation 2A: Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 2A
Sensitization - Respiratory 1: Respiratory sensitisation - Category 1
Sensitization - Skin 1: Skin sensitisation - Category 1
Germ Cell Mutagenicity 2: Germ cell mutagenicity - Category 2
Carcinogenicity 1B: Carcinogenicity - Category 1B
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Anatech Ltd. SDS Z-Fix Concentrate 06/02/2020 https://www.cancerdiagnostics.com/site/attachments/SDSs/Z-Fix_Concentrate_SDS.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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