MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

TETRAVISC FORTE
Date written: 11.05.2009

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Product Name: (TetraVisc Forte), Tetracaine Hcl 0.5% Ophthalmic Gel.
How Supplied: 5mL single drop plastic container; .6mL Single Unit Dose
Formula: Proprietary
Manufacturer/Distributor: OCuSOFT, Inc., P.O. Box 429, Richmond, Texas
77406-0429
Emergency Phone: (800) 233-5469 (Mon to Fri, 8:30 am to 5:30pm CST)
2. INGREDIENTS
Principal
Component (s):

Percent

Threshold limit Value (units)

Boric Acid
Tetracaine Hydrochloride

<2%
<1%

None established
None established

3. PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point (F): No data available
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): Not Applicable
Vapor Density (Air =1): Not Applicable
Solubility in Water (g/100mL) 25 C= Soluble
Specific Gravity (HO = 1): 1
Percent Volatile by Volume (%): Not Applicable
Evaporation Rate (______= 1): Not Applicable
pH: Between 3.7 and 6.0
Appearance: Clear, colorless to yellowish liquid gel.
4. FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZAZRD DATA
Flash Point (Test Method): Not available
Auto Ignition Temperature: Not Applicable
Flammable Limits: Non-flammable
LEL: N/A
UEL: N/A
Extinguishing Media: Major component of product is water
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: None established
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard: None known

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5. HEALTH HAZARD DATA

OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits: None established
ACCGIH Threshold Limit Value: None established
Carcinogen NTP Program: None Known
Carcinogen IRAC Program: None Known
Symptoms of Exposure: None Known
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: None Known
Primary Route(s) of entry: Eye contact, absorption through skin.
Emergency First-Aid: No immediate danger but can consult medical authority. If
eyes and/or skin become irritated flush with plenty of water.
6. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: ____X_____ Stable________ Unstable
Incompatibility: Not Applicable
Hazardous Polymerization: _______May Occur ____X___ Will Not Occur:
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid exposure to heat or sunlight
Materials to Avoid: N/A
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Boric oxide, carbon dioxide
7. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PROCEDURES
Spill Response: Use absorbent materials, such as cotton, cloths etc.
Waste Disposal Method: Follow local, state and Federal regulations.
8. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Eye Protection: Not Applicable
Skin Protection: Not Applicable
Respiratory Protection (Specific Type): Not Applicable
Ventilation Recommended: Adequate
Other Protection: None required

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9. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Hygienic Practices in Handling & Storage: Wash hands thoroughly before and
after handling. Keep containers
tightly closed. When not in use
store in cool, dry place away from
heat or sunlight.
Precautions for Repair & Maintenance of Contaminated Equipment: Not
Applicable
Other Precautions: Not Applicable

Written by: ___Michelle Thomas_____