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BBC Biochemical MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Information
Common Name: Skin Hematoxylin Code: 3555
Supplier: BBC Biochemical MSDS#: 3555
Synonym: Harris Hematoxylin w/o Mercuric Validation Date: 4-17-09
Chloride
Trade Name: Not available. Print Date: 4-17-09
Material Uses: Not available. Responsible Name: Dr. B
Manufacturer: BBC Biochemical In Case of Emergency: 1-800-424-9300 Chemtrec
PO Box 1320 USA
409 Eleanor Lane 1-202-483-7616 Chemtrec Intrl
Mount Vernon, WA 98273 1-800-635-4477
1-800-635-4477
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Name CAS# % by Weight Exposure Limits
1) Water 7732-18-5 Not available. Not available.
2) Hematoxylin 517-28-2 Not available. Not available.
3) Aluminum Ammonium Sulfate 7784-26-1 Not available. Not available.
4) Ethylene Glycol 107-21-1 Not available. Not available.
5) Glacial Acetic Acid 64-19-7 Not available. Not available.
6) Propylene Glycol 57-55-6 Not available. Not available.
7) Dimethyl Sulfoxide 67-68-5 Not available. Not available.
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Physical State and Deep purple liquid.
Appearance
Emergency Overview Not available.
Routes of Entry Eye contact, inhalation, skin contact.
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes Irritation, may cause permanent damage.
Skin Irritation.
Inhalation Irritation to nose, throat, mucous membranes, and respiratory system.
Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed.
Potential Chronic Health Not available.
Effects
Medical Conditions Not available.
Aggravated by
Overexposure
Overexposure/ Not available.
Signs/Symptoms
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes.
Skin Contact Wash thoroughly with water.
Inhalation Remove to fresh air; give artificial respiration if breathing has stopped.
Ingestion If conscious, give water freely, get immediate medical attention.
Notes to Physician Not available.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammability of the Not available.
Product
Auto-ignition Not available.
Temperature
Flash Points Not available.
Flammable Limits Not available.
Products of Combustion Not available.
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Fire Hazards in Presence Not available.
Of Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Not available.
Presence of Various
Substances
Fire Fighting Media Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, "Alcohol" foam; water spray to cool fire-exposed and disperse vapors.
and Instructions
Protective Clothing (Fire) Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Special Remarks on Fire Thermal decomposition produces toxic fumes.
Hazards
Special Remarks on Not available.
Explosion Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill and Leak Evacuate the area of all unnecessary personnel. Wear suitable protective equipment listed under
section 8. Eliminate any ignition sources until the area is determined to be free from explosion or fire
hazards. Contain the release and eliminate it's source, if this can be done without risk. Take up and
containerize for proper disposal al described under Waste Disposal Method. Comply with Federal,
State, and local regulations on reporting releases.
Large Spill and Leak Same as above.
Section 7, Handling and Storage
Handling Do not breath vapor or mist. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Storage Keep container tightly closed. Store away from heat, sparks, open flame.
Section 8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls
Personal Protection
Eyes Safety glasses with side shields must be worn at all times.
Body Impervious protective clothing must be worn to prevent skin contact.
Respiratory If workplace exposure limit(s) of product or any component is exceeded, a NIOSH/MSHA approved
air supplied respirator is advised in absence of proper environmental control. Engineering and/or
administrative controls should be implemented to reduce exposure.
Hands Protective gloves: Neoprene, Nitrile or equivalent.
Feet Not available.
Personal Protection in Same section 6.
Case of a Large Spill
Product Name Exposure Limits
1)
2)
3)
Consult Local authorities before acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State and Deep Purple Liquid. Odor: Not available.
Appearance
Molecular Weight Not applicable. Taste: Not available.
Molecular Formula Not applicable. Color: Deep purple.
pH (1%/Water) Not applicable.
Boiling/Condensation Not applicable.
Point
Melting/Freezing Point Not applicable.
Critical Temperature Not applicable.
Specific Gravity Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure Not applicable.
Vapor Density Not applicable.
Volatility Not applicable.
Odor Threshold Not applicable.
Evaporation Rate Not applicable.
VOC Not available.
Viscosity Not available.
Ionicity (in water) Not available.
Dispersion Properties Not available.
Solubility Soluble in water.
Physical Chemical Not available.
Comments
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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity Stable.
Conditions of Instability Not available.
Incompatibility with Not available.
Various Substances
Hazardous Decomposition Not available.
Products
Hazardous Not available.
Polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals Ethylene Glycol orl-rat LD50: 4700mg/kg
Glacial Acetic Acid orl-rat LD50: 3530 mg/kg
Hematoxylin LD50: 400 mg/kg
Chronic Effects on
Humans
Other Toxic Effects on
Humans
Special Remarks on Tests on laboratory animals indicate some material may produce adverse mutagenic and reproductive
Toxicity to Animals effects. Some material may cause tumors.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Chronic Effects on
Humans
Special Remarks on Not available.
Other Toxic Effects
on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
BODS and COD Not available.
Biodegradable/OEDC Not available.
Mobility Not available.
Toxicity of the Not available.
Products of
Biodegradation
Special Remarks on Not available.
The Products of
Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Information Not available.
Waste Stream Not available.
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Not hazardous.
Marine Pollutant Not available.
Hazardous Substances Not available.
Reportable Quantity
Special Provisions for Not applicable.
Transport
TDG Classification Not controlled under TDG (Canada).
ADR/RID Classification Not controlled under ADR (Europe).
IMO/IMDG Classification Not controlled under IMDG.
ICAO/IATA Classification Not controlled under IATA.
Section 15. Other Information
Label requirements
Fire Hazard
Hazardous Material National Fire
1
Health
1
Information System Protection
1
Fire Hazard Health Reactivity
1 1
(U.S.A.) Association
1
Reactivity
(U.S.A.) Specific Hazard
Personal Protection
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References
Other Special
Considerations
Notice to Reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries
assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.
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