S a f e t y D a t a S h e e t

According to Regulation (EC) 1907/2006

Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company or firm

1.1 Identification of the substance or preparation

Name:

Gentian Violet hydroalcoholic solution 1% *(C.I.42555)

1.2 Synonym:

Basic Violet 3, Hexamethylpararosaniline Chloride, Methyl Violet 10 B

1.3 Use of the substance/preparation:

For laboratory utilisation, analysis, research and fine chemistry.

1.4 Identification of the company or firm:

PANREAC QUIMICA S.L.U.

C/Garraf 2

Polígono Pla de la Bruguera

E-08211 Castellar del Vallès

(Barcelona) Spain

Tel. (+34) 937 489 400

e-mail: product.safety@panreac.com

Emergencies:

Single telephone number for emergency calls: 112 (EU)

Tel.: (+34) 937 489 499

Identification of dangers

Classification of the substance or the mixture.

No hazardous mixture as specified in Regulation (CE) 1272/2008.

No hazardous mixture as specified in Classification (67/548/CEE or 1999/45/CE).

Component Composition/Information

Name: Gentian Violet hydroalcoholic solution 1% *(C.I.42555)

Formula: C25H30ClN3 M.= 407,99

Composition:

Formula: C25H30ClN3 M.= 407,99 CAS [548-62-9]

EC number (EINECS): 208-953-6

Content: 1 %

Classification Regulation (CE) nº 1272/2008.

Acute Tox. 4

Carc. 2

Eye Dam. 1

Aquatic Acute 1

Aquatic Chronic 1

Hazard Pictograms

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.

H351 Suspected of causing cancer <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routs of exposure cause the hazard>.

H318 Causes serious eye damage.

H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.

P264 Wash...thoroughly after handling.

P270 Do no eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P273 Avoid release to the environment.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.

P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

P330 Rinse mouth.

P391 Collect spillage.

P405 Store locked up.

P501 Dispose of contents/container according to Directive 94/62/CE or 2008/98/CE.

Classification (67/548/CEE or 1999/45/CE).

Formula: CH3CH2OH M.= 46,07 CAS [64-17-5]

EC number (EINECS): 200-578-6

EC index number: 603-002-00-5

Content: >= 5 % <= 10 %

Classification Regulation (CE) nº 1272/2008.

Flam. Liq. 2

Hazard Pictograms

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.

Precautionary statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.

P233 Keep container tightly closed.

P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.

P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../ equipment.

P242 Use only non-sparking tools.

P501 Dispose of contents/container according to Directive 94/62/CE or 2008/98/CE.

P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

P370+P378 In case of fire: Use for extinction.

P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Classification (67/548/CEE or 1999/45/CE).

First aid

4.1 General indications:

Never provide drink or induce vomiting in the event of loss of consciousness.

4.2 Inhaling:

Take the person out into the fresh air.

4.3 Contact with the skin:

Wash with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.

4.4 Eyes:

Wash with plenty of water, keeping eyelids open. Seek medical assistance.

4.5 Swallowing:

Drink large amounts of water. Induce vomiting. Seek medical assistance.

Fire-fighting means

5.1 Suitable fire-extinguishing means:

Foam. Dry powder.

5.2 Fire-fighting means which must NOT be used:

5.3 Special risks:

Combustible.

5.4 Protective equipment:

Measures to be taken in the event of accidental spillage

6.1 Individual precautions:

6.2 Precautions for care of the environment:

Avoid pollution of the soil, water supplies and drains.

6.3 Methods for collection/cleaning:

Collect up with absorbent materials (Panreac General Absorbent, Kieselguhr, etc.) or, if none available, dry sand or earth, and deposit in waste containers for subsequent elimination in accordance with current legislation. Clean any remains with plenty of water.

Handling and storage

7.1 Handling:

No special indications.

7.2 Storage:

Well sealed containers.

Staff exposure/protection controls

8.1 Technical protective measures:

8.2 Exposure limit control:

8.3 Respiratory protection:

In the event of fumes forming/aerosols, use suitable respiratory protection.

8.4 Hand protection:

Use suitable gloves

8.5 Eye protection:

Use suitable goggles.

8.6 Individual hygiene measures:

Use suitable work clothing. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash hands before breaks and when the job is done.

8.7 Environmental exposure controls:

Fulfill the commitments under local environmental protection legislation.

Physical and chemical properties

Appearance: liquid

Colour: Violet

Granulometry:

Odour: Characteristic.

pH:

Melting point/freezing point:

Initial boiling point and boiling range:

Flash point:

Flammability (solid, gas):

Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits:

Vapour pressure:

Vapour density:

Relative density: 0,983

Solubility: Miscible with water

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water:

Auto-ignition temperature:

Decomposition temperature:

Viscosity:

Stability and reactivity

10.1 Conditions which should be avoided:

10.2 Matter which should be avoided:

10.3 Hazardous decomposition products:

10.4 Complementary information:

Toxicological information

• Acute toxicity:

• Dangerous effects for health:

No specific data on this product known with regard to effects of overdose in humans. Through contact with the eyes: irritations conjunctivitis Upon contact with the skin: irritations allergic reaction sensitization If swallowed: nausea vomiting Irritations of the mucosae in the mouth, throat, oesophagus and intestinal tract. Can cause metahemoglobinemia with headaches cyanosis death If inhaled: Can cause Irritations to the respiratory tracts. Possible risk of impaired fertility. Pregnant women must not be allowed to come into contact with the product. Possible risk of adverse effects to the foetus during pregnacy. Other dangerous characteristics are not discarded. Take the usual precautions for handling chemical products.

Environmental information

12.1 Mobility:

12.2 Ecotoxicity:

12.1.1 - EC50 test (mg/l):

12.2.2 - Receptor medium:

Risk for the water environment

Risk for the land environment

12.2.3 - Observations:

Ecotoxic data not available.

12.3 Degradability:

12.3.1 - Test:

BOD5

12.3.2 - Biotic degradation classification:

BOD5/COD

Biodegradability

12.3.3 - Abiotic degradation depending on pH:

12.3.4 - Observations:

12.4 Accumulation:

12.4.1 - Test:

12.4.2 - Bioaccumulation:

Risk

12.4.3 - Observations:

12.5 Other possible effects on the environment:

Do not allow it to enter soils or water channels.

Considerations regarding elimination

13.1 Substance or preparation:

In the European Union, there are no homogeneous standards established for elimination of chemical waste, which is waste of a special nature, and treatment and elimination of same is subject to the domestic legislation in each country.

In view of this, in each case, you should contact the competent authority or those companies legally authorized for elimination of waste.

2001/573/EC: Council Decision of 23 July 2001 amending Commission Decision 2000/532/EC as regards the list of wastes.Council Directive 91/156/EEC of 18 March 1991 amending Directive 75/442/EEC on waste.

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13.2 Contaminated containers:

Contaminated containers and packaging of dangerous substances or preparations must be treated in the same manner as the actual products contained in them.

European Parliament and Council Directive 94/62/EC of 20 December 1994 on packaging and packaging waste.

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Information concerning transport

Overland (ADR):

By sea (IMDG):

By air (ICAI-IATA):

Regulatory information

Other information

The information included in this Safety Data Sheet is based on our most up-to-date knowledge, and is solely intended to inform regarding aspects of safety; the properties and characteristics indicated herein are not guaranteed.

In respect of the previous review, changes have been made to the following sections: 2, 3, 15

Date published: 3.11.10

Review number and date: 3 3.11.10