[Histonet] !0% buffered formalin corrosive?

[Tony Henwood]

I would consider formalin corrosive regardless of the form it is in.
It is cytotoxic. That is why it kills and preserves cells and tissues so
well.

Regards

Tony Henwood JP, MSc, BAppSc, GradDipSysAnalys, CT(ASC)
Laboratory Manager & Senior Scientist
Tel: 612 9845 3306
Fax: 612 9845 3318
the children's hospital at westmead 
Cnr Hawkesbury Road and Hainsworth Street, Westmead 
Locked Bag 4001, Westmead NSW 2145, AUSTRALIA 




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[mailto:histonet-bounces <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Martin,
Gary
Sent: Friday, 20 November 2009 5:09 AM
To: histonet <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu
Subject: [Histonet] !0% buffered formalin corrosive?


I have a question around 10% buffered formalin being shipped to us.  The
shipper considers this corrosive.  I have been told that if the formalin
is shipped in 6oml biopsy bottles it does not receive that "corrosive"
rating when shipped.  I have also been told that if the shipment of
formalin is on a pallet and it weights 220 lbs or more, it will not
receive the "corrosive" rating when shipped.  Can someone bring some
clarity to the "corrosive" rating for me. 

Much thanks 

Gary

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