**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****

Kit Name:  GRAM'S STAIN STAT PK 60ML 4/PK
MSDS Name: Iodine
Catalog Numbers:
    23281407, 23281407, 23281407, 23281407, 23281407, 23281407, 23281407
Synonyms:
    Mixture.
Company Identification:  Biochemical Sciences, Inc.
                        200 Commodore Drive
                        Swedesboro, NJ  08085
For information, call:  800-524-0294
Emergency Number:       800-524-0294
For CHEMTREC assistance, call: 800-424-9300
For International CHEMTREC assistance, call: 703-527-3887

         **** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
|      CAS#      |              Chemical Name           |    %     |  EINECS#  |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|     7681-11-0  |Potassium Iodide                      |   1.9    | 231-659-4 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|     7732-18-5  |Deionized Water                       | Balance  | 231-791-2 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|    25655-41-8  |Povidone-Iodine                       |  <13.0%  | unlisted  |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
         Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
         Risk Phrases: None Listed.

                 **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

                              EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance:  dark red-brown.
Warning! May cause allergic skin reaction. May cause fetal effects
based upon animal studies. Causes eye and skin irritation. Causes
digestive and respiratory tract irritation. Eye contact may result in
permanent eye damage.
Target Organs: Thyroid.

Potential Health Effects
    Eye:
         Causes eye irritation and possible injury.
    Skin:
         Causes skin irritation. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic
         reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material.
    Ingestion:
         Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
         diarrhea. Chronic ingestion of iodides during pregnancy has resulted
         in fetal death, severe goiter, and cretinoid appearance of the
         newborn.
    Inhalation:
         Causes respiratory tract irritation.
    Chronic:
         Chronic exposure can lead to iodism characterized by salivation,
         nasal discharge, sneezing, conjunctivitis, fever, laryngitis,
         bronchitis, stomatitis, and skin rashes. May interfere with iodine
         uptake of the thyroid gland and enlarge it. Chronic ingestion of
         iodides during pregnancy has resulted in fetal death, severe goiter,
         and cretinoid appearance of the newborn.. Prolonged exposure to
         iodides may produce iodism in sensitive individuals.  Symptoms could
         include skin rash, running nose and headache.

                   **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

    Eyes:
         Immediately 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. Wash clothing before reuse. Flush skin with plenty
         of soap and water.
    Ingestion:
         Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
         cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
         unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
    Inhalation:
         Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If breathing is
         difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
         resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration
         using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a
         mask.
    Notes to Physician:
         Treat symptomatically and

                 **** 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.
         Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose
         upon heating to produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
    Extinguishing Media:
         Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to
         extinguish surrounding fire.
    Autoignition Temperature:Not applicable.
    Flash Point:           Not applicable.
    Explosion Limits, lower:Not available.
    Explosion Limits, upper:Not available.
    NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 0; Reactivity: 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. Avoid ingestion and
         inhalation.
    Storage:
         Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible
         substances.

         **** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

    Engineering Controls:
         Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne
         levels. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be
         equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.

                                Exposure Limits
+--------------------+-------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
|   Chemical Name    |        ACGIH      |       NIOSH       |OSHA - Final PELs|
|--------------------|-------------------|-------------------|-----------------|
| Potassium Iodide   |none listed        |none listed        |none listed      |
|--------------------|-------------------|-------------------|-----------------|
| Deionized Water    |none listed        |none listed        |none listed      |
|--------------------|-------------------|-------------------|-----------------|
| Povidone-Iodine    |none listed        |none listed        |none listed      |
+--------------------+-------------------+-------------------+-----------------+

    OSHA Vacated PELs:
         Potassium Iodide:
            No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
         Deionized Water:
            No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
         Povidone-Iodine:
            No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.

    Personal Protective Equipment

                Eyes:
                      Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
                      safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
                      protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
                      Standard EN166.
                Skin:
                      Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
                      exposure.
            Clothing:
                      Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
                      exposure.
         Respirators:
                      Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR
                      1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a
                      NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator
                      when necessary.

            **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State:             Liquid
Appearance:                 dark red-brown
Odor:                       Iodine
pH:                         Not available.
Vapor Pressure:             Not available.
Vapor Density:              >1.00
Evaporation Rate:           Not available.
Viscosity:                  Not available.
Boiling Point:              100 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point:     > 0 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:        Soluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density:   ~1
Molecular Formula:          Solution
Molecular Weight:           0

                **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

    Chemical Stability:
         Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
    Conditions to Avoid:
         Incompatible materials, excess heat.
    Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
         Incompatabilities with potassium iodide include: salts of alkaloids,
         chloral hydrate, calomel(mercurous chloride) potassium chlorate,
         metallic salts, tartaric and other acids, bromine trifluoride, and
         fluorine perchlorate, oxidizing agents. Incompatibilities with PVP
         include oxidizing agents.
    Hazardous Decomposition Products:
         Irritating and toxic fumes and gases, oxides of potassium, iodine.
    Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

               **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

    RTECS#:
         CAS# 7681-11-0: TT2975000
         CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000
         CAS# 25655-41-8: TR1579600
    LD50/LC50:
         Not available.
         CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
         CAS# 25655-41-8: Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg Mild; Oral,
         mouse: LD50 = 8100 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = >8 gm/kg.
    Carcinogenicity:
      Potassium Iodide -
         Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
      Deionized Water -
         Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
      Povidone-Iodine -
         Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
    Epidemiology:
         Experimental reproductive effects have been reported.
    Teratogenicity:
         Iodine salts can produce deformity, illness, and death of a fetus.
         PVP(iodine complex) has been shown to present a possible risk of
         harm to the unborn child.
    Reproductive Effects:
         PVP(iodine complex) has been shown to produce reproductive effects
         when there is overexposure.
    Neurotoxicity:
         No information found.
    Mutagenicity:
         No information found.
    Other Studies:
         See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

                 **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
 
 

                **** 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
         No information available
    Canadian TDG
         No information available.

                 **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

US FEDERAL
    TSCA
         CAS# 7681-11-0 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
         CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
         CAS# 25655-41-8 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.
    SARA
       Section 302 (RQ)
         None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
       Section 302 (TPQ)
         None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
       SARA Codes
         CAS # 7681-11-0: acute, chronic.
       Section 313
         No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
    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:
         None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous
         Substances under the CWA.
         None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority
         Pollutants under the CWA.
         None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants
         under the CWA.
    OSHA:
         None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous
         by OSHA.
STATE
    Potassium Iodide is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA,
    FL, or NJ.
    Deionized Water is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA,
    FL, or NJ.
    Povidone-Iodine is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA,
    FL, or NJ.
    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: Not available.
         Risk Phrases:
         Safety Phrases:
  WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
         CAS# 7681-11-0: 1
         CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
         CAS# 25655-41-8: 2
  United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

  Canada
         CAS# 7681-11-0 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
         CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
         CAS# 25655-41-8 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
         This product has a WHMIS classification of D2A.
         CAS# 7681-11-0 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
         CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
         CAS# 25655-41-8 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
  Exposure Limits

                 **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

    MSDS Creation Date:  3/25/1998  Revision #5 Date:  8/22/2000

    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 way shall the company 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 the company has been advised of
    the possibility of such damages.