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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product and Company Identification
Material name (^) Clear Lax - Polyethylene Glycol 3350
Version # (^01)
Revision date (^) 10-21-
CAS # 25322-68-
Product code 306
Product use Laxative.
Manufacturer/Supplier Perrigo Company 515 Eastern Avenue Allegan, MI 49010 US Telephone: (269) 673-
Emergency (^) Emergency Telephone: (888) 464- Global Incident Response No.: (760) 476- Global Response Access Code: 333304
2. Hazards Identification
Physical state Solid.
Appearance Crystalline.
Emergency overview WARNING! May be harmful if swallowed in amounts greater than indicated.
Consumers: Refer to the package for consumer-specific information about the directional use and effects of this product.
Only information about the ingredients that are expected to contribute to the potential health effects of the product are included.
Polyethylene glycol is an osmotic laxative. This is for the short-term relief of constipation and irregular bowel movements. This product's dust or powder may cause eye and respiratory tract irritation. Adverse effects are rare for short-term usage. With long term use or overdosage of osmotic laxatives, dehydration and electrolyte disturbances may occur. These disturbances may produce vomiting and muscle weakness. Laxative abuse may cause constipation, edema, bleeding and impaired bowel function.
OSHA regulatory status This material is not considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Potential health effects
Routes of exposure Ingestion. Eyes Product dust or powder may cause mechanical eye irritation. Skin (^) Dust and/or powder may cause mechanical skin irritation. Inhalation (^) Product dust or powder may cause mechanical respiratory tract irritation. Ingestion (^) Expected to be a low ingestion hazard.
Target organs (^) Gastrointestinal tract.
Chronic effects (^) Long-term usage may cause possible hypersensitization in susceptible individuals. Chronic use of laxatives can cause intestinal paralysis, irritable bowel syndrome, pancreatitis and renal failure.
Potential environmental effects The product is not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, this does not exclude the possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment.
Components CAS # Percent
3. Composition / Information on Ingredients
Polyethylene Glycol 25322-68-3 100
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Clear Lax - Polyethylene Glycol 3350
Composition comments Note: This MSDS is written to provide environmental, health and safety information for the individuals who will be handling the final product during research, medical handling/administration, manufacturing and distribution. For information on the individual ingredients, please refer to the appropriate MSDS for each ingredient separately. For consumers, refer to the package insert or product label for handling guidance.
4. First Aid Measures
First aid procedures
Eye contact (^) Any material that contacts the eye should be washed out immediately with water. If easy to do, remove contact lenses. Get medical attention if symptoms persist. Skin contact (^) Should skin irritation, allergic reaction, or rash occur, remove contaminated clothing if required, then physically remove as much of the product as possible. Wash affected area with soap and water, then thoroughly flush the area with water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice. Inhalation If symptomatic, move to fresh air. Get medical attention if symptoms persist. Ingestion If symptomatic, seek medical advice.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammable properties None known.
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Extinguish with water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical or material appropriate for the surrounding fire. Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not applicable.
Protection of firefighters
Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Hazardous combustion products
Carbon monoxide. Carbon Dioxide.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (See Section 8).
Methods for cleaning up Sweep up and place into a proper container for disposal.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling Observe good industrial hygiene practices. Minimize dust generation and accumulation.
Storage Keep only in the original container. Store at 20 – 25 ºC (68 - 77ºF). Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs. Keep out of the reach of children.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Occupational exposure limits No exposure limits noted for ingredient(s).
Engineering controls The health hazard risks of handling this material are dependent on factors, such as physical form and quantity. Site-specific risk assessments should be conducted to determine the appropriate exposure control measures. Good general ventilation (typically 10 air changes per hour) should be used. Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions. If applicable, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If exposure limits have not been established, maintain airborne levels to an acceptable level.
Personal protective equipment
Eye / face protection (^) None required for consumer use. In laboratory, medical or industrial settings, safety glasses with side shields are recommended. The use of goggles or full face protection may be required depending on the industrial exposure setting. Contact a health and safety professional for specific information. Skin protection None required for consumer use. In laboratory, medical or industrial settings, gloves and lab coats are recommended. The use of additional personal protective equipment such as shoe coverings, gauntlets, hood or head coverings may be necessary. Contact a health and safety professional for specific information.
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Clear Lax - Polyethylene Glycol 3350
Reproductive effects Pregnancy Category: Polyethylene glycol - Category C Animal and human reproductive studies have not been performed on polyethylene glycol 3350.
Ecotoxicological data
12. Ecological Information
Components (^) Test Results
Polyethylene Glycol (25322-68-3)^ LC50 Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar): > 1000 mg/l 96 hours
Ecotoxicity This product’s components are not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, this does not exclude the possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment.
Persistence and degradability
No data available.
Bioaccumulation / Accumulation
No data available.
Mobility in environmental media
The product is insoluble in water.
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water)
Not available.
13. Disposal Considerations
Disposal instructions Dispose in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. No specific disposal method required.
Contaminated packaging Since emptied containers may retain product residue, follow label warnings even after container is emptied. Dispose of empty containers according to applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local regulations.
14. Transport Information
DOT
Not regulated as dangerous goods.
IATA
Not regulated as dangerous goods.
IMDG
Not regulated as dangerous goods.
15. Regulatory Information
US federal regulations (^) This product is not known to be a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200. This product is listed on the U.S. EPA TSCA Inventory.
CERCLA (Superfund) reportable quantity (lbs)
None
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA)
Hazard categories Immediate Hazard - No Delayed Hazard - No Fire Hazard - No Pressure Hazard - No Reactivity Hazard - No Section 302 extremely hazardous substance
No
Section 311 hazardous chemical
No
Inventory status
Country(s) or region Inventory name On inventory (yes/no)* Australia Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS) Yes Canada Domestic Substances List (DSL) Yes Canada Non-Domestic Substances List (NDSL) No China Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances in China (IECSC) Yes
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Clear Lax - Polyethylene Glycol 3350
Country(s) or region Inventory name On inventory (yes/no)* Europe European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical No Substances (EINECS) Europe European List of Notified Chemical Substances (ELINCS) No Japan Inventory of Existing and New Chemical Substances (ENCS) Yes Korea Existing Chemicals List (ECL) Yes New Zealand New Zealand Inventory Yes Philippines Philippine Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances Yes (PICCS) United States & Puerto Rico Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory Yes *A "Yes" indicates that all components of this product comply with the inventory requirements administered by the governing country(s)
State regulations (^) This product does not contain a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
16. Other Information
Further information HMIS® is a registered trade and service mark of the NPCA.
HMIS® ratings Health: 1 Flammability: 1 Physical hazard: 0
NFPA ratings (^) Health: 1 Flammability: 1 Instability: 0
Disclaimer This MSDS has been prepared for occupational exposure. Consumers: Refer to the package insert or product label for appropriate consumer-specific information about this product when used according to manufacturer’s directions. Although reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this document, we extend no warranties and make no representations as to the accuracy of the information contained therein, and assume no responsibility regarding the suitability of this information for the user’s intended purposes or for the consequence of its use. Each individual should make a determination as to the suitability of the information for their particular purpose(s).
Issue date 10-21-
CPH MSDS US 5 / 5
Clear Lax - Polyethylene Glycol 3350
