Release Date: 5/19/22

Product Name

6C55-60 ARCHITECT Trigger Solution

00380740009625

Components:
6C55 ARCHITECT Trigger Solution

Abbott Customers:
For additional information, please contact your Abbott Customer Support Center Representative by calling 1-800-527-1869, 1-
800-323-9100, or 1-800-235-5396.

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For additional information relative to the content of the SDSs, please contact your local Safety Representative.
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1 Identification
· Product name: ARCHITECT Trigger Solution

· ADD List number: 6C55

· Application of the substance / mixture: For In Vitro Diagnostic Use
· Manufacturer / Supplier:
Abbott Diagnostics
100 Abbott Park Road
Abbott Park, IL 60064-3500

Phone: 1-877-4 ABBOTT

· Department issuing SDS: Abbott Diagnostics Environmental Health and Safety
· Emergency telephone number
Contact the CHEMTREC® Emergency Call Center for assistance with transportation or hazardous materials
emergencies (24 hours/day, 7 days/week). Refer to Abbott customer number 675805.
- Telephone (800) 424-9300 (toll-free) if you are calling from within the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and the
Virgin Islands.
- Telephone +1 (703) 527-3887, the international and maritime number (collect calls accepted), if you are calling
from outside the United States or from a ship at sea.

2 Hazard(s) identification
· Classification of the substance or mixture
The classification was made according to U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 and 1910.1030 and applicable European
regulations, and is expanded upon from supplier company and/or literature data.
Corrosive to Metals 1 H290 May be corrosive to metals.
Skin Irrititation 2 H315 Causes skin irritation.
Eye Damage 1 H318 Causes serious eye damage.
Aquatic Acute 2 H401 Toxic to aquatic life.
Aquatic Chronic 2 H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
· Additional information: Testing has been done on a similar material to determine the hazards.
· Label elements
· GHS label elements: The product is labelled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
· Hazard pictograms:

· Signal word: Danger

· Hazard-determining components of labeling:
polyethylene glycol octylphenyl ether
Sodium hydroxide
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· Hazard statements:
H290 May be corrosive to metals.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.
H401 Toxic to aquatic life.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
· Precautionary statements:
P234 Keep only in original container.
P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P302+P352 If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
P305+P351+P338 If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P391 Collect spillage.
P501 Dispose of contents / container in accordance with local regulations.
· Routes of Exposure:
Skin
Eye
· Health:
May cause irreversible eye damage.
Causes skin irritation
· Fire: Noncombustible
· Reactivity: Minimal hazard - Stable, even in a fire. Not reactive with water. Not an oxidizer.

3 Composition/information on ingredients
· Chemical characterization: Mixture of chemical and/or biological substances for in vitro diagnostic use.
· Hazardous chemical ingredients per U.S. OSHA criteria (29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazard Communication):
CAS: 9002-93-1 polyethylene glycol octylphenyl ether 1.98%
CAS: 1310-73-2 Sodium hydroxide 1.39%

4 First-aid measures
· After inhalation: Remove from source of exposure. If irritation or signs of toxicity occur, seek medical attention.
· After skin contact:
Take off any clothing that the product touched.
Rinse skin with running water for 15 to 20 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation or signs of toxicity occur.
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· After eye contact:

Symptoms (such as pain) may be delayed and lead to underestimating the possible damage. Provide medical
observation for at least 48 hours after exposure.
· After swallowing: Rinse mouth with water. If irritation or signs of toxicity occur, seek medical attention.
· Information for Medical Personnel
· Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
Cramps
Gastric or intestinal disorders
Nausea
Skin irritation
Irreversible eye damage
Respiratory irritation
· Medical conditions aggravated by exposure:
Pre-existing eye ailments
Pre-existing respiratory ailments
Pre-existing gastrointestinal tract ailments
Pre-existing skin ailments

5 Fire-fighting measures
· Suitable extinguishing agents
Dry chemical, carbon dioxide (CO2), water spray or regular foam.
- Caution: CO2 will displace air in confined spaces and may cause an oxygen-deficient atmosphere.
- For larger fires: There are no unique chemical or reactivity hazards that would impact firefighting decisions related
to this product. Use firefighting measures that suit the environment.
· Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
There are no unique chemical or reactivity hazards that would impact firefighting decisions due to the chemicals in this
product.
No further relevant information available.
· Protective equipment
For large fires, wear appropriate heat- and flame-resistant personal protective equipment and a NFPA/NIOSH
approved positive-pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus.

6 Accidental release measures

· Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Minimize exposure by using appropriate personal protective equipment as listed in Section 8. Stop leak if possible.
Keep unprotected persons away.
· Environmental precautions
Prevent liquid and vapor from entering sewage system, storm drains, surface waters, and soil.
· Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Blot up small volumes of spilled or spattered product with paper towels or similar materials.
- Contain larger spills by placing absorbants around the outside edges of the spill. Absorb with any material suitable
for water-based liquids - e.g. paper towels, universal sorbents, sand, diatomite, sawdust, etc.
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Clean the affected area. Suitable cleaners are:

- warm water and detergent or similar cleansing agent
Dispose of spilled and contaminated material in accordance with Federal, State, and Local regulations. See Section
13 for information that may impact disposal of materials contaminated with this product.
· Reference to other sections
See Section 7 for information on safe handling.
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
See Section 13 for disposal information.

7 Handling and storage

· Precautions for safe handling:
Avoid contact with skin.
Avoid contact with eyes.
· Information about protection against explosions and fires: The product is not flammable.
· Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: Store only in the original container.
· Information about storage in one common storage facility: Store in original packaging.
· Further information about storage conditions:
Refer to the package insert or product label for additional information on storage conditions for product quality.

8 Exposure controls/personal protection

· Components with Occupational Exposure Limits
The product does not contain any hazardous ingredients with occupational exposure limits established by OSHA,
ACGIH, or NIOSH.
· General protective and hygienic measures:
Always maintain good housekeeping and follow general precautionary measures. Do not eat, drink or store food
and beverages in areas where chemicals or specimens are used. Wash hands before breaks, after handling
reagents and specimens, and at the end of the workshift.
Avoid contact with the skin.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
· Breathing equipment:
Normal use and storage of product - respiratory protection is not necessary if room is well ventilated.

Small-volume spills (e.g. small enough to clean up with a paper towel or small sorbent pad) - respiratory protection
should not be necessary if room is well ventilated.

Other unusual conditions (e.g. volume spilled too big to clean up with materials in arm's reach) - Use appropriate
NIOSH-approved air-purifying respirator if airborne chemical concentrations may exceed the exposure limit (if any)
listed above.

Hazardous Materials Emergencies or Firefighting - use NIOSH/NFPA-approved respiratory protection.

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· Hand protection:
Wear impervious gloves if hand contact with the material is anticipated. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in
accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
· Material of gloves and breakthrough time of the glove material:
The glove material must be suitable for use in a microbiological laboratory and have a measured breakthrough
time of at least 30 minutes, such as those with a Class 2 protection index per EN374 (or equivalent standard
applicable in your region). NOTE: This recommendation applies only to the product stated in this Safety Data
Sheet. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances, contact the supplier of approved gloves.
· Eye protection:
Wear safety glasses or other protective eyewear. If splash potential exists, wear full face shield or goggles.
· Body protection:
Normal use: protect personal clothing from spatters and small spills. Wear a laboratory coat (or other protective
clothing required by your institution).
Larger spills (e.g. that can saturate cloth): wear appropriate water-repellant covering over clothing.

9 Physical and chemical properties

· General Information
· Form: Liquid
· Color: Colorless
· Odor: Odorless
· pH-value at 20 °C (68 °F) 13
· Melting point/Melting range: Not determined
· Boiling point/Boiling range: Not determined
· Flash point Not applicable
· Flammability (solid, gaseous) Not applicable
· Auto igniting Product is not self-igniting.
· Danger of explosion Product does not present an explosion hazard.
· Lower: 0.0 Vol %
· Upper: 0.0 Vol %
· Density at 20 °C (68 °F) 1.008 g/cm³ (8.4118 lbs/gal)
· Evaporation rate: Not determined
· Solubility in / Miscibility with
· Water: Fully miscible
· Dynamic: Not determined
· Water: 96.6 %
· Solids content: 0.0 %
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10 Stability and reactivity

· Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided
No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications.
· Possibility of hazardous reactions: No dangerous reactions known.
· Conditions to avoid: No further relevant information available.
· Incompatible materials: No further relevant information available.
· Hazardous decomposition products: No dangerous decomposition products known.

11 Toxicological information
· Acute toxicity
· LD50/LC50 values for hazardous ingredients per OSHA criteria:
· Ingredients (100% pure substance/s):
CAS: 9002-93-1 polyethylene glycol octylphenyl ether
Oral LD50 1,800 mg/kg (rat)
CAS: 1310-73-2 Sodium hydroxide
Oral LD50 2,000 mg/kg (rat)
LDLo 500 mg/kg (rabbit)
Dermal LD50 1,350 mg/kg (rabbit)
· Primary toxicological effects of the final product:
· Skin irritation: Irritating to skin and mucous membranes.
· Eye irritation: Causes severe burns. Effects may be delayed.
· Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
· Additional toxicological information: None
· Carcinogenic categories
· IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer)
None of the ingredients is listed.
· NTP (National Toxicology Program)
None of the ingredients is listed.
· OSHA-Ca (Occupational Safety & Health Administration)
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Target organs/systems:
Eye
Respiratory tract
Gastrointestinal tract
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Skin

12 Ecological information
· Aquatic toxicity: No further relevant information available.
· General notes:
Rinse off of large volumes into drains or the aquatic environment may lead to increased pH values. A high pH value
harms aquatic organisms.
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system, even in small quantities.
Toxic for aquatic organisms
· Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
· PBT: Not applicable
· vPvB: Not applicable

13 Disposal considerations
· Recommendation for disposal of unused product:
Dispose in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
· Recommendation for disposal of packaging:
Non-contaminated packaging may be used for recycling. Refer to applicable local regulations and institutional
policies.
For disposal of contaminated packaging, refer to applicable local regulations and institutional policies.
· Recommended cleansing agent: Water with cleansing agents, if necessary.

* 14 Transport information
· DOT, IMDG, IATA UN1824
· UN proper shipping name
· DOT Sodium hydroxide solution
· ADR SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
· IMDG SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION, MARINE POLLUTANT
· IATA SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION
· Transport hazard class(es)
· DOT

· Class 8 Corrosive substances

· Label 8
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· Class 8 Corrosive substances

· IMDG

· Class 8 Corrosive substances

· Label 8
· IATA

· Class 8 Corrosive substances

· Label 8
· DOT, IMDG, IATA III
· Environmental hazards
· Marine pollutant: Symbol (fish and tree)
· Special marking (IATA):
· EMS Number: F-A,S-B
· Segregation groups Alkalis
· Stowage Category A
· Segregation Code SG35 Stow "separated from" SGG1-acids
· Additional information The information in this section reflects the actual chemical name and transport
information for the material. Due to legal exceptions that are permitted by transport
regulations, the proper shipping name and transport information included on the actual
shipping document may differ. When this product is shipped as a component of an in
vitro diagnostic medical device, exceptions that may be used include, but are not limited
to, the following:
- Chemical Kit - UN3316, class 9
- Excepted Quantity
- Consumer Commodity
· DOT
· Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E1
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 ml
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 1000 ml
· IMDG
· Limited quantities (LQ) 5L
· Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E1
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 ml
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 1000 ml
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15 Regulatory information
· SARA (Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 - USA):
· Section 302/304 (40CFR355.30 / 40CFR355.40):
The product does not contain listed substances.
· Section 313 (40CFR372.65):
The product does not contain listed substances.
· Hazardous Air Pollutants
None of the ingredients is listed.
· California Proposition 65 (USA):
· Chemicals known to cause cancer:
The product does not contain listed substances.
· Chemicals known to cause female reproductive toxicity:
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Chemicals known to cause male reproductive toxicity:
None of the ingredients is listed.
· Chemicals known to cause developmental reproductive toxicity:
None of the ingredients is listed.

16 Other information
The information and recommendations contained herein are based upon information or tests believed to be reliable.
Abbott Laboratories does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information or recommendations
contained herein, NOR SHALL ANY OF THIS INFORMATION CONSTITUTE A WARRANTY, WHETHER
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE SAFETY OF THE GOODS, THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE GOODS, OR
THE FITNESS OF THE GOODS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

This information is not a substitute for the advice of a health care professional, nor is it a recommendation for any
particular course of treatment. It is not intended to supplement, modify or supersede any information (e.g. labeling and
package inserts) provided with respect to the medical use of the product. Abbott Laboratories assumes no
responsibility for results obtained or for incidental or consequential damages, including lost profits, arising from the use
of these data. No warranty against infringement of any patent, copyright or trademark is made or implied.
· Department issuing SDS
- Abbott Diagnostics Safety, Health and Environmental Assurance
Department 0571
· Contact
- General information about this product:
Abbott Diagnostics
Technical Support
100 Abbott Park Road
Abbott Park, IL 60064-3500

Phone: 1-877-4 ABBOTT

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· Date of preparation / last revision 05/19/2022 / 90

· Abbreviations and acronyms:
RID: Règlement international concernant le transport des marchandises dangereuses par chemin de fer (Regulations Concerning the
International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail)
ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organisation
ADR: Accord européen sur le transport des marchandises dangereuses par Route (European Agreement concerning the International Carriage
of Dangerous Goods by Road)
IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
DOT: US Department of Transportation
IATA: International Air Transport Association
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
ELINCS: European List of Notified Chemical Substances
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (Division of the American Chemical Society)
LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent
LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent
PBT: persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic
vPvB: very persistent and very bioaccumulative
OSHA: Occupational Safety & Health
TLV: Threshold Limit Value
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit
REL: Recommended Exposure Limit
Corrosive to Metals 1: Corrosive to metals – Category 1
Skin Irrititation 2: Skin corrosion/irritation – Category 2
Eye Damage 1: Serious eye damage/eye irritation – Category 1
Aquatic Acute 2: Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute aquatic hazard – Category 2
Aquatic Chronic 2: Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term aquatic hazard – Category 2

· * Sections marked with an asterisk (*) have been altered since the previous version.
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