Safety Data Sheets / Phosphate Buffered Saline, pH7.4

Safety Data Sheet

Phosphate Buffered Saline, pH7.4

Version 1Last reviewed 26 February 2026Catalogue: APBS-1L

1. Identification

Product Identifiers

Product Name: Phosphate Buffered Saline, pH7.4
Other Names: Sorenson's Saline
Product Number(s): APBS-1L
CAS Number: ?

Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use

Used as a buffer or cell wash diluent in microscopy in hospital and pathology laboratories.

Company Details

ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au

Emergency Contact Details

ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au

2. Hazards Identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Not classified as Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia.

Label Elements

Signal Words: Warning
Hazard Statement(s): Not classified as hazardous according to criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008].
Precautionary Statement(s): Safety Phrases:
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Primary route(s) of entry

No further relevant information available.

Human Health

Inhalation: May cause irritation to the nose, throat and respiratory system with effects including: Dizziness, headache and possible confusion.
Ingestion: May cause irritation to mouth, throat and stomach with effects including mucous build up, irritation to the tongue and lips and pains in the stomach.
Eyes: May cause irritation to the eyes, with effects including: tearing, pain, stinging and blurred vision.
Skin: May cause irritation to the skin, with effects including; Redness and itchiness.

Environment

No further relevant information available.

Other Hazards: No further relevant information available.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

Name	CAS No.	Content (w/w)	Classification
SODIUM CHLORIDE	7647-14-5	0.8%	?
POTASSIUM DIHYDROGEN PHOSPHATE	7778-77-0	0.02%	?
DISODIUM HYDROGEN ORTHOPHOSPHATE	7558-79-4	0.1%	?
POTASSIUM CHLORIDE	7447-40-7	0.02%	?
WATER	7732-18-5	99%	?

4. First Aid Measures

Ingestion: If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious give water. If sickness persists transport to hospital or doctor.
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. Apply resuscitation if victim is not breathing ? If trained personnel available administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Skin Contact: If material is splashed onto the skin, remove any contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with water and soap if available.If irritation persists transport to hospital or doctor.
Eye Contact: If material is splashed into eyes, immediately, flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes, ensuring eye lids are held open. If irritation persists transport to hospital or doctor.
Other Information: Eye wash fountain, safety shower and normal wash room facilities. Treat symptomatically.

5. Firefighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing equipment

Fire: Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding fire situation. This material is not a flammable or combustible liquid.
Large Fire: Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding fire situation. This material is not a flammable or combustible liquid.
HAZCHEM: Not available.

Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters

Fire fighters to wear Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) in confined spaces, in oxygen deficient atmospheres or if exposed to products of decomposition. Full protective clothing is also recommended. If safe to do so, move undamaged containers from fire area.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: No further relevant information available.
Environmental precautions: Not available.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up: Bund area using sand or soil ? to prevent run off into drains and waterways. Use absorbent (soil, sand, vermiculite or other inert material). Collect and seal in properly labelled containers for disposal. Remainder of material can be washed to drain with plenty of water.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling: Wear appropriate protective equipment while handling. Refer to Section 8.
Conditions for safe storage: Store in a cool place and out of direct sunlight. Store away from sources of heat or ignition. Store away from oxidising agents. Keep containers closed, when not using the product. Store in original packages as approved by manufacturer.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Exposure Standards

Engineering controls: Maintain adequate ventilation at all times. In most circumstances natural ventilation systems are adequate unless the material is heated, reacted or otherwise changed in some type of chemical reaction, then the use of a local exhaust ventilation system is recommended.

Personal protective equipment

Eye and face protection: Chemical goggles or face shield to protect eyes.
Skin protection: PVC or natural rubber.
Body protection: PVC or natural rubber apron or splash suit.
Respiratory protection: Avoid breathing of vapours/gases. Select and use respirators in accordance with AS/NZS 1715/1716. The use of a P1 dust mask (disposable) or with replaceable filters is recommended. Filter capacity and respirator type depends on exposure levels and type of contaminant. If entering spaces where the airborne concentration of a contaminant is unknown then the use of a Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with positive pressure air supply complying with AS/NZS 1715 / 1716, or any other acceptable International Standard is recommended.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

General information

Appearance: Clear Liquid
Odour: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapour Pressure: 23 hPa @ 20°C
Density: Not available.
Boiling Point: ~100°C
Melting Point: 0°C.
Solubility: Soluble in all proportions
Specific Gravity of Density: ~ 1.0
Flash Point: Not available.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits: Not available.
Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Formula: Not available.

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity: No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability: Stable under normal conditions of use.
Possibility of hazardous reactions: Will not occur.
Conditions to avoid: Heat, flames, ignition sources and incompatible materials.
Incompatible materials: Strong alkalis, acids, oxidising agents.

11. Toxicological Information

Acute effects: None known.
Eye contact: If material is splashed into eyes, immediately, flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes, ensuring eye lids are held open. If irritation persists transport to hospital or doctor.
Skin contact: If material is splashed onto the skin, remove any contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with water and soap if available.
If irritation persists transport to hospital or doctor.
Ingestion: If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious give water. If sickness persists transport to hospital or doctor.
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. Apply resuscitation if victim is not breathing ? If trained personnel available administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Chronic effects: No further relevant information available.
Toxicity and irritation: No data available to classify Carcinogenic Category.

12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Not available.
Persistence and degradability: Not available.
Bioaccumulative potential: Not available.
Other adverse effects: Not available.

13. Disposal Considerations

General information

Refer to appropriate authority in your State. Dispose of material through a licensed waste contractor. Advise flammable nature. Normally suitable for disposal by approved waste disposal agent.

14. Transport Information

ADG label required

HAZCHEM: Not available.
UN Number: None.
Proper shipping name: Not regulated.
Transport hazard class: 0
Packing group: None.
Environmental hazard: Not regulated.
Special precautions for users: Not regulated.
Additional information: Not regulated.

15. Regulatory Information

Poisons Schedule Number: Not regulated.
Other Information: No further information available.

16. Other Information

SDS preparation date: 26 February 2026
Comments: This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.