3.1. Substances Not applicable 3.2. Mixtures Name Product identifier % GHS-CAN Classification GHS-US classification

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1 SECTION 1: Identification 1.1. Product identifier Product name Product description : Hydration Fluid : Microorganism hydrating fluid, provided in either 1.2 ml or 2.0 ml volumes in a 5 ml vial. This product is provided in a kit with one or more lyophilized microorganisms Recommended use and restrictions on use Used to hydrate microbiological quality control materials Supplier Microbiologics, Inc. 200 Cooper Avenue North Saint Cloud, MN Emergency telephone number SECTION 2: Hazard identification 2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture Classification (GHS-CAN/US) Not classified 2.2. GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements GHS-CAN/US labeling No labeling applicable 2.3. Other hazards 2.4. Unknown acute toxicity No data available SECTION 3: Composition/Information on ingredients 3.1. Substances Not applicable 3.2. Mixtures Name Product identifier % GHS-CAN Classification GHS-US classification Water (CAS No) Not classified Not classified Sodium hydroxide (CAS No) Met. Corr. 1, H290 HHNOC 1, HHNOC Skin Corr. 1, H314 Eye Dam. 1, H318 Phosphoric acid, potassium salt (1:1) Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16 Met. Corr. 1, H290 Skin Corr. 1A, H314 Eye Dam. 1, H318 (CAS No) Not classified Not classified SECTION 4: First-aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures First-aid measures after inhalation First-aid measures after skin contact First-aid measures after eye contact First-aid measures after ingestion : Avoid the production of aerosols. If inhalation occurs, move to an area of fresh air and seek medical advice. : If skin contact occurs, rinse with soap and water as a precaution. : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If irritation persists, get medical advice/attention. : Avoid hand to mouth contact. If ingested, seek medical advice Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Symptoms/injuries after inhalation : None anticipated under normal product use conditions. Symptoms/injuries after skin contact : May cause slight skin irritation. Symptoms/injuries after eye contact : May cause slight eye irritation. Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : May be harmful if swallowed. English Page 1/5

2 4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed SECTION 5: Firefighting measures 5.1. Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Unsuitable extinguishing media : Use suitable extinguishing media for surrounding fire Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Fire hazard Explosion hazard 5.3. Advice for firefighters Protection during firefighting : Firefighters should wear full protective gear. SECTION 6: Accidental release measures 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures For non-emergency personnel For emergency responders 6.2. Environmental precautions Avoid release to the environment Methods and material for containment and cleaning up For containment Methods for cleaning up 6.4. Reference to other sections : Stop the flow of material, if this is without risk. : Confine spill and soak up with absorbent. Place in an approved container and dispose in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. SECTION 7: Handling and storage 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Precautions for safe handling : Observe all precautions and handling instructions contained in the product labelling Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage conditions : Keep vial tightly closed and observe all information presented on the product labelling. SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1. Control parameters USA - ACGIH ACGIH Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ USA - OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ Canada (Quebec) PLAFOND (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ Alberta OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ British Columbia OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ Manitoba OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ New Brunswick OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ New Foundland & Labrador OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ Nova Scotia OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ Nunavut OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ Northwest Territories OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ Ontario OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ Prince Edward Island OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ Saskatchewan OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ Yukon OEL Ceiling (mg/m³) 2 mg/m³ 8.2. Exposure controls Appropriate engineering controls Hand protection Eye protection : Local exhaust and general ventilation must be adequate to meet exposure standards. : Wear general protective gloves. : Safety glasses with side shields. English Page 2/5

3 Skin and body protection : Wear moisture impervious aprons and safety footwear. Respiratory protection : When undertaking procedures that are likely to give rise to infectious aerosols, a Class 1 microbiological biological safety cabinet should be used. If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, NIOSH approved respiratory protection should be worn. SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical state Color Odor Odor threshold ph Melting point Freezing point Boiling point Flash point Relative evaporation rate (butyl acetate=1) Flammability (solid, gas) Vapor pressure Relative vapor density at 20 C Relative density Solubility Log Pow Auto-ignition temperature Decomposition temperature Viscosity, kinematic Viscosity, dynamic Explosion limits Explosive properties Oxidizing properties 9.2. Other information SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity Reactivity Chemical stability : Liquid : Clear : Odorless : Neutral The product is stable under recommended storage conditions Possibility of hazardous reactions Conditions to avoid Incompatible materials Hazardous decomposition products SECTION 11: Toxicological information Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity (oral) Acute toxicity (dermal) Acute toxicity (inhalation) LD50 oral rat LD50 dermal rabbit > 90 ml/kg 1350 mg/kg English Page 3/5

4 Skin corrosion/irritation Serious eye damage/irritation Respiratory or skin sensitization Germ cell mutagenicity Carcinogenicity Reproductive toxicity Specific target organ toxicity single exposure Specific target organ toxicity repeated exposure Aspiration hazard SECTION 12: Ecological information Toxicity Aquatic acute Aquatic chronic LC50 fish Persistence and degradability 45.4 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Oncorhynchus mykiss [static]) Bioaccumulative potential Mobility in soil Other adverse effects Ozone Effect on the ozone layer :. SECTION 13: Disposal considerations Disposal methods Product/Packaging disposal recommendations SECTION 14: Transport information Basic shipping description In accordance with TDG TDG Transport information/dot DOT Air and sea transport IMDG IATA SECTION 15: Regulatory information Canada national regulations : Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. English Page 4/5

5 Phosphoric acid, potassium salt (1:1) ( ) US Federal regulations Phosphoric acid, potassium salt (1:1) ( ) CERCLA RQ 1000 lb US State regulations U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List U.S. - Minnesota - Hazardous Substance List U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List SECTION 16: Other information Full text of H-phrases: H290 May be corrosive to metals H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H318 Causes serious eye damage This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product English Page 5/5