MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Schiff's aqueous stain
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Date of Issue: September 06
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
Not classified as 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
Product Name Schiff's aqueous stain
Other Names Schiff's reagent, Reagent for periodic acid schiff reaction
Product Code ASCHF-100
U.N. Number None allocated
Dangerous Goods Class None allocated
and Subsidiary Risk None allocated
Hazchem Code None allocated
Poison Schedule None allocated
Use For laboratory use only in hospital, pathology and electron
microscopy.
Physical Description and Properties
Appearance Clear liquid
~ 100oC / 0oC
Boiling Point/Melting Point
23 hPa @ 20oC
Vapour Pressure
Specific Gravity ~1.0
Flash Point
Flammability Limits Not determined
Solubility in water soluble in all proportions
Other Properties: May change colour to yellow or even pink if exposed to heat and atmosphere. Keep cool and
sealed.
Ingredients
Chemical Name CAS Number Proportion
FUCHSIN BASIC C.I. 42510 632-99-5 0.5%
SODIUM METABISULFITE (Below 7681-57-4 0.95%
Cutoff)
HYDROCHLORIC ACID ... % 7647-01-0 0.9%
(Below Cutoff)
WATER and other non reactive 7732-18-5 97.65%
substances
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Schiff's aqueous stain
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects:
Acute
Swallowed: May cause irritation to mouth, throat and stomach with effects including
mucous build up, irritation to the tongue and lips and pains in the stomach.
Eye: May cause irritation to the eyes, with effects including: tearing, pain, stinging
and blurred vision.
Skin: May cause irritation to the skin, with effects including; Redness and itchiness.
Inhaled: May cause irritation to the nose, throat and respiratory system with effects
including: Dizziness, headache and possible confusion.
Chronic: None allocated
First Aid:
Swallowed: If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious give water. If
sickness persists transport to hospital or doctor.
Eye: If material is splashed into eyes, immediately flush with plenty of water for 15
minutes, ensuring eye lids are held open. If irritationg persists, transport victim
to hospital or doctor.
Skin: If material is splashed onto the skin, remove any contaminated clothing and
wash skin thoroughly with water and soap if available.
If irritation persists transport to hospital or doctor.
Inhaled: Move victim to fresh air. Apply resuscitation if victim is not breathing - If
trained personnel available administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.
First Aid Facilities: Eye wash fountain, safety shower and normal wash room facilities.
Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Standards: SODIUM METABISULFITE (Below Cutoff)
(Worksafe Australia)
[TWA]5 mg/m鲁
Notices: H
(ACGIH)
[TWA]5 mg/m鲁
Carcinogen Category: A4
Engineering Controls: Maintain adequate ventilation at all times. In most circumstances natural
ventilation systems are adequate unless the material is heated, reacted or
otherwise changed in some type of chemical reaction, then the use of a local
exhaust ventilation system is recommended.
Personal Protection: CLOTHING: PVC or natural rubber apron or splash suit.
GLOVES: PVC or natural rubber.
EYES: Chemical goggles or faceshield to protect eyes.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Avoid breathing of vapours/gases. Select and
use respirators in accordance with AS/NZS 1715/1716. The use of a P1 dust
mask (disposable) or with replaceable filters is recommended. Filter capacity
and respirator type depends on exposure levels and type of contaminant. 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.
Flammability: This material is not a flammable or combustible liquid.
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Schiff's aqueous stain
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport: Store in a cool place and out of direct sunlight. Store away from sources of heat
or ignition. Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep containers closed, when
not using the product. Store in original packages as approved by manufacturer.
Spills and Disposal: Material may be slippery when spilt. Walk cautiously. Ventilate area. Wear
protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contact, as outlined under
personal protection in this MSDS. Bund area using sand or soil - to prevent run
off into drains and waterways. Use absorbent (soil, sand, vermiculite or other
inert material). Collect and seal in properly labelled containers for disposal.
Remainder of material can be washed to drain with plenty of water.
Fire/Explosion Hazard: If safe to do so, move undamaged containers from fire area.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Decomposes on heating emitting oxides of
carbon. Fire Fighting Procedures: Fire fighters to wear Self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) in confined spaces, in oxygen deficient atmospheres or if
exposed to products of decomposition. Full protective clothing is also
recommended. Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media suitable for
surrounding fire situation.
OTHER INFORMATION
Incompatibilities Strong alkalis, acids, oxidizing agents.
(Materials to avoid)
Animal Toxicity Data:
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publications. It is the user鈥檚 responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary
safety precautions. We reserve the right to revise Material Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available.
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