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POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, 40%, 30ml (MicroScan B1010-43A)

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POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, 40% (MicroScan B1010-43A)

Definition

The VP test is performed by adding alpha-naphtol and potassium hydroxide to the broth. A cherry red colour indicates a positive result, while a yellow-brown colour indicates a negative result.

Reagent used for Voges-Proskauer (VP) test on MSF NEG/POS ID PANEL type 2

Synonym

VP 1 Reagent

Specifications

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Technical specifications

  • Formula: KOH
  • Cas n°: 1310-58-3
  • Quality: very pure, 40%
  • Appearance: Odourless, Colourless fluid

Packaging & Labelling

Glass vial 30 ml

Transport Dangerous Goods

  • UN1814
  • Hazard Class: 8
  • Packing group: II
  • Proper Shipping Name: Potassium hydroxide solution

Instructions for use

Please consult the “Bacteriology laboratory procedures and resources” available online via the Laboratory working Group sharepoint page: Laboratory Procedures and Resources

https://msfintl.sharepoint.com/sites/msfintlcommunities/LabWG/SitePages/Bacteriology-Laboratory-Resources.aspx

For offline access, contact your laboratory advisor

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Storage

  • Must be stored at 15°C - 30°C
  • Shelf life: 12 months
  • Guaranteed minimum remaining shelf life at delivery: 1/3 of total shelf life

Waste management

Substance with hazardous characteristics. Please contact your watsan referent for advice on proper disposal.

Detailed hazard and precautionary information can be found in the safety data sheet (SDS).

Classification EC Regulation N° 1272/2008

  • Skin corrosive. Category 1, H314
  • Eye damage. Category 1, H318
  • Acute toxicity. Category 4, H302

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Danger

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H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H402Harmful to aquatic life
P405Store locked up.
P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P273Avoid release to the environment
P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P310Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P301 + P330 + P331IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
P303 + P361 + P353IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
P304 + P340IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P305 + P351 + P338IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If the victim wears contact lenses, remove them if possible. Keep rinsing
P501Dispose of contents/container to location in accordance with local and regional/ national/ international regulations

MSF requirements

Reserved for projects using the Mini-Lab

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