[Histonet] benzene/paraffin

[Maruska, Ann]

Hi Histonetters,

 

In reviewing the MSDS sheets in our histology lab, I noticed that the
GemCut paraffin we are using contains 2% benzene.  I am concerned about
this.  Is this the exception or the norm?  Does other paraffin contain
products that would be considered hazardous or are they labeled in such
a manner that the consumer is unaware?

 

If someone is using a product that they know is safe and performs with
high quality, please let me know.

 

Thanks!

 

Ann

 

Ann Maruska

Pathology Lab manager

Minnesota Gastroenterology

email: amaruska <@t> mngastro.com

office: 651-605-3070

cell: 612-462-9699

fax: 612-870-5863