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Aldrich®
Appearance and Handling
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Number AL-118
Polybrene®
Product No. 107689
(1,5-dimethyl-1,5-diazaundecamethylene
polymethobromide, hexadimethrine bromide)
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Appearance:
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Off-white crystals or powder
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Handling:
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Polybrene may cause irritation of the eyes, skin, and mucous membranes. Use in a chemical fume hood. Wear safety goggles and rubber gloves.
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Emergency Procedures:
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Fire
May liberate acidic gases on burning. Extinguish with water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, or dry powder.
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Spill
Wear safety goggles and rubber gloves. Mix the material with dry caustic, sweep up, wrap in paper, and burn in an incinerator. Flush area well with water.
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Skin Contact
Wash with copious amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing.
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Eye Contact
Wash with copious amounts of water. Consult a physician.
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Ingestion
Assume highly toxic if ingested. May cause lesions of the adrenal cortex. Induce vomiting. Consult a physician
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Waste Disposal:
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Mix the material with dry sodium bicarbonate, wrap in paper, and burn in an incinerator. Observe all Federal, state, and local regulations.
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Storage:
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Keep well closed. Extremely hygroscopic. Store in a cool dry place.
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