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Product Name: SIMPLATE TOTAL PLATE COUNT M
Product Code: Various, depending on packaging size
Recommended Use: Microbiological testing in food, water, environmental samples
Manufacturer Name: IDEXX Laboratories, Inc.
Manufacturer Address: One IDEXX Drive, Westbrook, ME 04092, USA
Telephone: +1-207-556-4496
Emergency Contact: Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300 USA, +1 703-527-3887 International
Email Contact: tech-support@idexx.com
Hazard Classification: Non-hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Signal Word: Not required
Hazard Statements: No known significant effects or critical hazards under normal use
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation of dust, avoid contact with eyes and skin. Practice good laboratory hygiene.
Potential Health Effects: May cause mild irritation to eyes, skin, or respiratory system if exposed to concentrated powder
Emergency Overview: Light yellow or off-white powder in sealed packets or plates, minimal odor
Component: Enzymatic hydrolyzed casein, peptones, yeast extract, sodium chloride, agar, buffer salts, proprietary chromogenic substrates
Chemical Name: Mixture - not applicable for CAS Number
Concentration Range: Proprietary, each ingredient below 10%, bulk mainly inert culture media
CAS Numbers: Not required for mixtures of food-grade ingredient blends
Impurities or Stabilizing Additives: None of regulatory significance
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, support breathing as needed, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Rinse skin with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, symptoms usually minor or absent
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes gently with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids occasionally, seek medical advice if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, seek medical attention if large quantities are swallowed or if symptoms persist
Intended Exposure: Laboratory use only, not for consumption or use in drug manufacture
Flashpoint: Not flammable
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, CO2, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known
Special Hazards Arising from Product: None identified, does not support combustion. Decomposition in fire may yield carbon oxides or low levels of nitrogen oxides.
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Standard protective gear recommended. Self-contained breathing apparatus for enclosed areas.
Explosion Data: Not an explosive hazard
Personal Protection: Avoid inhaling dust, use gloves and eye protection
Spill Procedures: Sweep up powder without creating dust, place in sealed container for disposal, wash area with water
Environmental Precautions: Avoid release into drains or surface water in concentrated form
Cleanup Methods: Wash area with soap and water, ventilate area as needed
Handling: Avoid creating dust, use good lab practice, wash hands after handling plates or powder
Storage Temperatures: Store at 2–8°C (36–46°F), keep product tightly closed in provided packaging
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, or alkali may degrade ingredients, store separately
Other Precautions: Ensure appropriate labeling, keep away from unauthorized users
Special Handling: Use only in well-ventilated area, follow instructions in user manual for laboratory use
Exposure Limits: No established OSHA or ACGIH exposure limits for blend
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if dust becomes airborne
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Laboratory gloves, safety glasses, lab coat
Respiratory Protection: Not typically required, use NIOSH-approved mask for dust generation
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after use, do not eat, drink, or smoke while using
Environmental Controls: Prevent spillage into water systems in concentrated form
Appearance: Light yellow or off-white powder or pre-poured plate, no significant odor
pH (at working solution): 6.5–7.5
Melting/Freezing Point: Not applicable
Solubility in Water: Complete (when prepared as recommended)
Odor Threshold: Not distinctive
Vapor Pressure / Density: Not applicable for solid form
Relative Density: Slightly higher than water when mixed
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: None expected with normal use
Incompatible Materials: Avoid extremes of pH, oxidizers, strong acids or bases
Decomposition Products: Thermal breakdown may produce carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides
Reactivity: Non-reactive under normal laboratory conditions
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity expected, formulated from food-safe ingredients
Skin Sensitization: Practically non-sensitizing, cases extremely rare
Eye Irritation: May cause mild, temporary irritation if powder gets in eyes
Chronic Effects: No evidence of chronic hazard in normal laboratory use
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, and eye contact possible when handling powder
Other Effects: Ingesting large quantities not recommended, may upset stomach
Aquatic Toxicity: Product ingredients considered low hazard to aquatic organisms
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable, composed of organic substances
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected due to low concentrations and nature of ingredients
Mobility in Soil: Mobile when dissolved, low environmental impact under recommended use
Other Adverse Effects: None identified in laboratory applications
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of unused product as non-hazardous laboratory waste according to local, state, and federal regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers before disposal, dispose as non-hazardous waste
Special Disposal Precautions: Do not discharge concentrated product into sewers or waterways
Incineration: Acceptable if done in accordance with local laws
UN Number: Not classified as a dangerous good
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: Not regulated
Transport Labels: None required
Special Precautions for User: Protect from extreme temperatures, keep packaging intact during transport
Environmental Hazards: None
Status under OSHA: Non-hazardous
TSCA Inventory: Components listed, not subject to reporting
SARA Title III (Sections 311/312): No hazard categories apply
California Proposition 65: Does not contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm
REACH Regulation (EU): Not classified as hazardous, ingredients permitted for laboratory use
Other Regulations: Not considered controlled or scheduled under international conventions
