MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Auramine aqueous
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Date of Issue: 18 Sept. 06
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia
COMPANY DETAILS
ProSciTech
Company:
Address: PO Box 111, Thuringowa Central Qld. 4817 Australia
Street Address: 1/11 Carlton Street, Kirwan, Qld. 4817 Australia
Telephone Number: (07) 4773 9444
Fax Number: (07) 4773 2244
IDENTIFICATION SECTION
Auramine Aqueous
Product Name
Auramine Dye
Other Names
AAURA-500
Product Code
2821
U.N. Number
6.1
Dangerous Goods Class
None allocated
and Subsidiary Risk
2X
Hazchem Code
None allocated
Poison Schedule
Used in Pathology Laboratories only.
Use
Physical Description and Properties
Yellow liquid
Appearance
Boiling Point/Melting Point
Vapour Pressure
Specific Gravity
Flash Point
Not determined
Flammability Limits
Soluble in all proportions
Solubility in water
Other Properties
Ingredients
Chemical Name CAS Number Proportion
PHENOL 108-95-2 3%
GLYCEROL 56-81-5 2.5%
AURAMINE O 2465-27-2 0.3%
WATER 7732-18-5 94.2%
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HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects:
Toxic if swallowed. May cause irritation to mouth, throat and stomach with
Swallowed:
effects including mucous build up, irritation to the tongue and lips and pains in
the stomach.
Will cause irritation to the eyes, with effects including: tearing, pain, stinging
Eye:
and blurred vision. Depending upon duration of exposure, eye damage may
occur.
Toxic by skin contact. Will cause irritation to the skin, with effects including;
Skin:
Redness, itchiness, and possible dermatitis.
Toxic if inhaled. May cause irritation to the nose, throat and respiratory system
Inhaled:
with effects including: Dizziness, headache and possible confusion.
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may lead to dermatitis. This product may
Chronic:
cause severe eye irritation and depending upon duration of exposure, some
form of permanent eye damage may occur. Prolonged or repeated exposure
may lead to cancer. Prolonged or repeated exposure may lead to irreversible
damage to health. Additional information for Chronic: AURAMINE O has
been classified as a CATEGORY 2 CARCINOGEN (WORKSAFE). Probable
human carcinogens are those substances for which there is sufficient evidence
to provide a strong presumption that human exposure might result in the
development of cancer. This evidence is generally based upon appropriate long
term animal studies, limited epidemiological evidence or other relevant
information.
First Aid:
If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek urgent medical assistance.
Swallowed:
If material is splashed into eyes, flush with plenty of water for at least 15
Eye:
minutes, ensuring eye lids are held open. Immediately transport to hospital or
doctor.
If material is splashed onto the skin, remove any contaminated clothing and
Skin:
wash skin thoroughly with water and soap if available.
Urgently transport to hospital or doctor.
Remove victim to fresh air. Apply resuscitation if victim is not breathing - DO
Inhaled:
NOT USE DIRECT MOUTH - TO - MOUTH METHOD if victim ingested or
inhaled substance; use alternative respiratory method or proper respiratory
device - Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Eye wash fountain, safety shower and normal wash room facilities.
First Aid Facilities:
Treat symptomatically.
Advice to Doctor
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
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Exposure Standards:
PHENOL
(Worksafe Australia)
[TWA]1 ppm 4 mg/m?br>
Notices: A
(ACGIH)
[TWA]5 ppm 19 mg/m?br>
Carcinogen Category: A4
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GLYCEROL
(Worksafe Australia)
[TWA]10 mg/m?br>
Notices: H
(ACGIH)
[TWA]10 mg/m?br>
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Toxic material. Single significant exposure may cause death. Maintain adequate
Engineering Controls:
ventilation at all times. Prevent accumulation of gas(es) in hollows or sumps.
Eliminate any sources of ignition. DO NOT enter room unless monitored by
another person (ie buddy-buddy system). Sampling of the atmosphere if
possible should be conducted automatically instead of human operator and any
leaks discovered should then be directed digitally to a command centre where
the event can be acted upon, with all appropriate procedures being
implemented and including any protective equipment as outlined in this MSDS.
CLOTHING: PVC, Nitrile, Neoprene, Natural rubber or any other type of
Personal Protection:
apron or splash suit as recommended by the manufacturer.GLOVES: PVC,
Nitrile, Neoprene, Natural rubber or any other type of glove as recommended
by the manufacturer. EYES: Chemical goggles or faceshield to protect eyes.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Avoid breathing of gases. Select and use
respirators in accordance with AS/NZS 1715/1716. When gases exceed the
exposure standards then the use of an atmosphere-supplied, positive pressure
demand self-contained or airline breathing apparatus supplied air respirator
complying with the requirements of AS/NZS 1715 is recommended. Filter
capacity and respirator type depends on exposure levels. If entering spaces
where the airborne concentration of a contaminant is unknown then the use of a
Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with positive pressure air supply
complying with AS/NZS 1715 / 1716, or any other acceptable International
Standard is recommended.
Material does not burn. Fire or heat will produce irritating, toxic and/or
Flammability:
corrosive gases. Runoff may pollute waterways, drains or sewers.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Store in a cool place and out of direct sunlight. Store away from sources of
Storage and Transport:
heat or ignition, strong alkalis, acids, combustibles and oxidizing agents. All
equipment must be earthed. Store in original packages as approved by
manufacturer. Check all fittings, valves, reticulation (piping) and any ancillary
equipment for leaks. A supplied air respirator or a Self-Contained Breathing
Apparatus (SCBA) for emergencies should be available and checked regularly.
For further information please refer to the Engineering Controls of this MSDS.
EMERGENCY ACTION: Keep unnecessary people away; Isolate hazard area
Spills and Disposal:
and deny entry. Stay upwind; Keep out of low areas. Isolate for 100 m in all
directions if tank, rail car or tanker truck is involved in fire. SPILL OR LEAK
PROCEDURE: Shut off ignition sources, no flares, smoking or flames in
hazard area. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Water spray may reduce
vapour; but it may not prevent ignition in closed spaces. SMALL SPILLS:
Take up with sand, dirt or vermiculite. DO NOT use sawdust. Use non-sparking
tools. Place into labelled drum(s) for later disposal. LARGE SPILLS: Notify
Emergency Services (Police or Fire Brigade). Tell them location, nature and
any information that would be helpful. Contain spill. Remove all ignition
sources and safely stop flow of spill. Bund area. Trainned personnel should
wear Personal Protective equipment as highlighted in this MSDS. Blanket the
spill with foam or use water fog to disperse vapour clouds. Consult an expert
regarding disposal of this product.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water
Fire/Explosion Hazard:
spray. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) required for fire-fighting personnel. If possible to do so
safely, shut off fuel to fire. Use water spray to spray to cool fire-exposed
surfaces and to protect personnel. Avoid spreading burning liquid with water
used for cooling fire exposed containers when using water spray, boil-over may
occur when the product temperature reaches the boiling point of water.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Vapours from this product
may travel or be moved by air currents and be ignited by pilot lights, other
flames, smoking, sparks, heaters, electrical equipment, static discharge or other
ignition sources at locations distant from the point of handling.
OTHER INFORMATION
Strong alkalis, acids, nitrates and oxidizing agents.
Incompatibilities
(Materials to avoid)
Animal Toxicity Data:
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