instax™ film information
CAUTION : Do not damage the new or newly used film. This film contains a small amount of caustic paste (high alkaline), which may remain active for up to approx. 10 minutes after the picture is taken. If the new or newly used film is damaged avoid contact with skin, eyes and mouth and keep away from children and animals. If skin contact occurs, immediately wash off with plenty of water to avoid an alkali burn. If eye or mouth contact occurs, immediately wash the area with plenty of water and contact a doctor.
Cautions when handling instax™ film:
- Keep film in a cool place. In particular, do not leave film in an extremely hot place, such as in a closed motor vehicle for a long period of time.
- Do not pierce, cut or tear the film. Do not use film that is damaged.
- Use film as soon as possible after inserting it into the camera or printer.
- If film has been kept in a place where the temperature is extremely low or high, allow it to become accustomed to a normal temperature before taking pictures.
- Use film before the film expiration date referenced on the packaging.
- Avoid airport checked luggage inspection and other strong X-ray exposure. Unused film is susceptible to the effect of fogging, etc. We recommend that you carry film onto aircraft in carry-on luggage (check with the relevant airport for more information).
- Avoid exposing photos to strong light, and store them in a cool and dry place.
- Do not cut or disassemble instax™ film as it contains black caustic alkali paste. Be especially careful not to let infants or pets put the film into their mouths. Also take care that the paste does not come into contact with skin and clothes.
- If you accidentally touch the paste of unused film, immediately wash it off with plenty of water. If the paste comes into contact with the eyes or mouth, wash the area and then seek medical attention. The alkalinity of this film will weaken approximately 10 minutes after the photo is ejected from the camera.
- Do not store photos in a sealed bag, as this may cause discoloration.
- Do not touch the film during development.
Use film at 5-40˚C (41-104˚F). To prevent possible fogging of unexposed film during X-ray inspection of luggage at airport, it is essential that all film, and cameras loaded with film, are carried as hand baggage and not transported in hold baggage. If facility is available, then a hand search can be requested.
After the film has been ejected from the camera, keep it away from direct sunlight and do not bend it during processing.
To avoid a loss of quality, use film before the expiry date on the package. (See "USE BEFORE")