Active Motif,
1914 Palomar Oaks Way, Suite 150,
Carlsbad, CA 92008.
Phone: 760-431-1263/877-222-9543
Fax: 760-431-1351------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)IDENTIFICATION:
The following products from Active Motif are covered under this MSDS.
•Purified polyclonal antibodies of mouse, rabbit or goat origin.

Components common to all of these products are buffer salts and human or animal
proteins. None of these components are considered to be hazardous. The hazardous
substance, sodium azide, is present in these products in very small amounts as an antimicrobial preservative.
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS:
Materials
Toxicity Data

Sodium azide, less than or equal to 0.1% (w/v)
CAS# 26628-22-8
LD50 =27mg/kg (oral-rat)

The concentration of sodium azide is below the regulatory threshold limits according toOSHA standard 29CFR 1910.1200. However, precautions for handling potentially
dangerous reagents should be practiced when using these products. To aide in
determining handling procedures, we offer the following additional information.
•Physical State of sodium azide-containing antibody: Odorless, light gold color,
clear liquidThe following applies to sodium azide powder
PHYSICAL DATA:••••••

Physical State: Odorless, white solid
Boiling point: Undetermined
Melting point: Undetermined
Vapor pressure: Not applicable
Vapor density: Not applicable
Solubility in water: Soluble

REACTIVITY DATA:
The product has no known dangerous reactions, nor known dangerous decomposition
products. Avoid strong oxidizers.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA:
There is no unusual fire or explosion hazard associated with this product.
• Flash point: Not applicable• Flammable Limits in Air: Not applicable• Extinguishing media: Water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, alcohol
resistant foam
• Fire fighting procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear fully
protective suit.
HEALTH HAZARD DATA:
Based on our knowledge, when used and handled according to specification, the productdoes not have harmful effects.
• Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed• Skin contact: May cause irritation• Eye contact: May cause irritation• Emergency first aid procedures:
Skin: Immediately wash with water and soap. Rinse with water thoroughly.
Eyes: Flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Consult doctor.
Inhaled: Supply with fresh air or oxygen. Consult doctor if discomfort persists.
Ingested: Immediately wash mouth with plenty of water. Also, call doctor
immediately.

SPILL, LEAK AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES:
If spilled or leaked, collect on absorbent. Disposal should be in accordance with ALL
FEDERAL, STATE, and LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS.
PROTECTION INFORMATION:
Follow good laboratory practice when handling this product. The following precautionary
measures are recommended:• Eye protection: Laboratory safety goggles• Hands: Chemical resistant gloves• Skin: Laboratory protective clothing• Respiratory: Fume hood or in areas with adequate ventilation/exhaustion.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS:••Storage of sodium azide: Store at 2-8˚C in well-sealed container.
Storage of antibody containing sodium azide: Store as recommended on antibody
vial, 4˚C or –20˚C.

This product is intended for research use only.
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive
and is only intended to be used as a guide. Active Motif shall not be held responsible forany damage resulting from the use of these products or the information contained in thisMaterial Safety Data Sheet.
Document Prepared Data: March 2005