Giemsa Stain Solution, 18717, MSDS

Material Safety Data Sheet

Prod. No. 18717 Giemsa Stain Solution
Issue Date: (05-19-98)

Section 1: Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Giemsa Stain Solution
Chemical Family: Alcohol (Solvent)
Company Name
Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)
International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)
Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.

Section 2 Hazardous Ingredients Data:

Principle Hazardous Component(s) (chemical and common name(s)) (Cas. No)	%	OSHA PEL (STEL) mg/m3	ACGIH TLV (TWA) mg/m3	NTP	IARC	OSHA regulated
Glycerine (56-81-5)	60.9	NIF	(10)	NIF	NIF	NIF
Methyl alcohol (67-56-1)	38.3	(328)	(262)	NIF	NIF	NIF
Azure II (37247-10-2)	0.16	NIF	NIF	NIF	NIF	NIF
Azure II eosinate (53092-85-6)	0.6	NIF	NIF	NIF	NIF	NIF

Section 3 Physical Data:
Melting Point: May start to solidify at 17.9° C (64.2° F) based on data for: Glycerin. Weighted average: -26.2° C or (-16.2° F)
Boiling Point: 64.5° C (148.1° F)
Specific Gravity (H2O=1): Weighted average: 1.04
Vapor Pressure: 97.68mm of Hg (@20° C) based on data for: Methyl alcohol
Molecular Weight: NA

Vapor Density: Weighted average: 2.37 (Air = 1)
pH: Neutral
Percent Volatile by volume: ND
Solubility in Water: Easily soluble in cold water, hot water, methanol, diethyl ether.
Evaporation Rate: ND
Appearance and Odor: ND

Section 4 Fire and Explosion Hazard Data:
Flash Point: Closed Cup: 12° C (53.6° F) (Methyl alcohol)
Flammable Limits: Lower: 6% (Methyl alcohol), Upper: 36.5% (Methyl alcohol)
Fire Extinguishing Media: SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemicals, CO₂, alcohol foam or water spray. LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent pressure build-up, Autoignition or explosion.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Highly flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat, of combustible materials. Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of oxidizing materials.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: No additional remarks.
DOT Class: 3, Flammable liquid.Section 5 Reactivity Data:
Stability: The product is stable.
Conditions to avoid: Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition.
Incompatibility (materials to avoid): Highly reactive with oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: When heated to decomposition, it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. (Methyl alcohol)
Hazardous Polymerization: No.Section 6 Health Hazard Data:
Primary Routes of entry: Ingestion. Inhalation.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: The substance is toxic to the nervous system, the reproductive system. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
Eyes: This product may irritate eyes.
Skin: Slightly dangerous to dangerous in case of skin contact (irritant).
Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: NIF
Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: ND

Section 7 Emergency First Aid Procedures:
Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well-ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention. Serious Inhalation: Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt, or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. WARNING: It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek medical attention.
Eye(s) Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. IMMEDIATELY flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: If the chemical got onto the clothed portion of the body, remove the contaminated clothes as quickly as possible, protecting your own hands and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical touches the victim's exposed skin, such as the hand: gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. COLD water may be used. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Serious Skin Contact: Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminate skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion: DO NOT induce vomiting. Have conscious person drink several glasses of water or milk. Seek medical attention. Serious Ingestion: DO NOT induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible indication that the toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt, or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek medical attention.

Section 8 Special Protection Information:
Respiratory Protection: Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Be sure to use a MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator or equivalent.
Ventilation required: Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit values.
Protective Gloves: Wear gloves (impervious).
Eye Protection: Splash goggles or face shield.
Additional Clothing and/or Equipment: Lab coats. Ensure that eyewash station and safety shower is proximal to the workstation.

Section 9 Special Precautions and Spill or Leak Procedures:
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilate place. Ground all equipment containing material. A refrigerated room would be preferable for materials with a flash point lower than 37.8° C (100° F).
Storage temperature: Keep in a cool, well-ventilate place.
Storage Pressure: NA
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Small spill: Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert DRY material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Large spill: Flammable liquid. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if with out risk. If the product is in the solid form: Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. DO NOT touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all sources of ignition.
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.

Section 11 Toxicological Information:
Results of component toxicity test performed: Methyl Alcohol: ORAL (LD₅₀): Acute: 5628 mg/Kg (Rat) DERMAL (LD₅₀): Acute: 15800 mg/Kg (Rabbit) VAPOR (LC_50):Acute: 64000 ppm (Rat) (4 hour(s)).

Human experience: Chronic Effects on Humans: The substance is toxic to the nervous system, the reproductive system. Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly dangerous to dangerous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Very slightly too slightly dangerous in case of skin contact (permeator). Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: 0040 Passes through the placental barrier. May be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed. (Methyl alcohol) Other toxic effects on humans: Narcotic. (Methyl alcohol)

This product does not contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.

Section 12 Ecological Information:
Further information: Products of Biodegradation: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO₂). The products of biodegradation are more toxic.

Section 13 Disposal Considerations:
RCRA 40 CFR 261 Classification: Recycle to process, if possible. Consult your local or regional authorities.
Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.

Section 14 Transportation Information:
US DOT Information: Proper shipping name: Alcohols, solution, N.O.S. (Methyl alcohol solution)
Hazard Class: 3, Flammable liquid
Packaging group: III
UN Number: UN1987
Limitations: ND
IATA: Proper shipping name: Alcohols, solution, N.O.S. (Methyl alcohol solution)
Hazard Class: 3, Flammable liquid
Packing group: III
UN Number: UN1987
Limitations: ND

Section 15 Regulatory Information:
United States Federal Regulations:
MSDS complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200.
CERCLA/Superfund, 40 CFR 117, 302: Listed, Methyl alcohol.
SARA Superfund and Reauthorization Act of 1996:
Title III Section 302, 311, 312 and 313: Listed 313, Methyl alcohol.
Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA): Glycerin, Methyl alcohol.
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA):
(311) This product contains the following chemicals, which are listed:
State Regulations: California Proposition 65: None; Massachusetts: listed, Methyl alcohol; Pennsylvania: listed, Methyl alcohol.
International Regulations: Canada WHMIS: Class B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8° C (100° F). Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY Toxic).
Europe EINECS Numbers: NIF

Section 16 Other Information:
European Risk and Safety Phrases: DSCL (EEC): R12-Extremely flammable
HMIS Hazard Rating: Health: 2; Fire: 3; Reactivity: 0: Personal Protection; j
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.): Health; 1; Flammability; 3; Reactivity; 0; Specific Hazard; ND
Abbreviations used in this document:
NE= Not established
NA= Not applicable
NIF= No Information Found
ND= No Data

Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials.
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