SAFETY DATA SHEET
Wright's stain, certified
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Wright's stain, certified
Other Names:
Eosin Methylene blue according to Wright
Product Number(s):
C148
CAS Number:
68988-92-1
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 3)
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4)
Eye irritation (Category 2A)
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4)
Eye irritation (Category 2A)
Label Elements
Signal Words
Warning
Hazard Statement(s)
H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H402: Harmful to aquatic life.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H402: Harmful to aquatic life.
Precautionary Statement(s)
P264: wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270: Do not drink, eat, smoke, when using this product.
P273: Avoid release into the environment.
P280: Wear eye protection/face protection .
P301 + P312 + P330:If Swallowed: Call Poison Center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.
P305 + P351 + P338: If in Eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present & easy to do so. Continue Rinsing .
P337 + P313: If eye irritation persists: get medical attention.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
P280: Wear protective gloves/eye & face protection.
P270: Do not drink, eat, smoke, when using this product.
P273: Avoid release into the environment.
P280: Wear eye protection/face protection .
P301 + P312 + P330:If Swallowed: Call Poison Center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.
P305 + P351 + P338: If in Eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present & easy to do so. Continue Rinsing .
P337 + P313: If eye irritation persists: get medical attention.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
P280: Wear protective gloves/eye & face protection.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available.
Human Health
Inhalation:
Harmful by inhalation.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed.
Eyes:
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Skin:
Harmful in contact with skin.
Environment
Not available.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Methylthioninium chloride
61-73-4
60-100%
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Disodium 2-(2,4,5,7-tetrabromo-6-oxido-3-oxoxanthen-9-yl)benzoate
17372-87-1
30-60%
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. .
Inhalation
Move to fresh air. Consult a physician.
Skin Contact
Rinse with plenty of soap & water and seek medical advice.
Eye Contact
Rinse with water. Consult physician. Rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Other Information
Treat symptomatically and supportive.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam.
HAZCHEM
Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use proper PPE as indicated in Section 8.
Environmental precautions
Not available.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment Section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed. Do not get in skin or in eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Wash clothing before reuse.
Conditions for safe storage
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Engineering controls
Facilities storing or utilising this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin protection
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Body protection
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respiratory protection
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Dark brown-green solid
Odour
Not available.
pH
Not available.
Vapour Pressure
Not available.
Density
Not available.
Boiling Point
Not available.
Melting Point
Not available.
Solubility
Not available.
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available.
Flash Point
Not available.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not applicable.
Ignition Temperature
Not applicable.
Formula
Not available.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No information available.
Chemical stability
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
See section 5.
Conditions to avoid
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat, strong oxidants.
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidising agents.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
LD50/LC50: No information.
Eye contact
No further relevant information available.
Skin contact
No further relevant information available.
Ingestion
No further relevant information available.
Inhalation
No further relevant information available.
Toxicity and irritation
No further relevant information available.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Harmful to aquatic life.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
Not available.
UN Number
None.
Proper shipping name
Disodium 2-(2,4,5,7-tetrabromo-6-oxido-3-oxoxanthen-9-yl)benzoate CAS#17372-87-1 Methylthioninium chloride CAS#61-73-4
Transport hazard class
Void
Packing group
None.
Environmental hazard
No information available.
Special precautions for users
No information available.
Additional information
No information available.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
Not listed.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
29 September 2017
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.