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* 1 Identification of substance
Trade name: JC-1
Article number: P5551
Application of the substance / the preparation: Laboratory chemicals
Manufacturer/Supplier:
Promega Corporation
2800 Woods Hollow Road
Madison, WI 53711
U.S.A.
1-608-274-4330
1-800-356-9526
MSDS author: Regulatory.Affairs@promega.com
Further information obtainable from:
Promega UK Ltd.
Delta House
Southampton Science Park
Southampton SO16 7NS
UNITED KINGDOM
Tel: (44) 23 8076 0225
Fax: (44) 23 8076 7014
FREEPHONE: 0800 378994
E-mail Address: ukcustserve@promega.com
Web Address: www.promega.com/uk/
Information in case of emergency:
CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
For call originating outside the United States dial 001-703-527-3887
2 Hazards identification
Hazard description:
Xi Irritant
Information concerning to particular hazards to man and environment
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Classification system:
The classification is in line with current EC lists. It is extended, by information from technical literature and
company information.
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3 Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical characterization:
CAS No. Description:
47729-63-5 1,1'-dioctadecyl-3,3,3',3'-tetramethyllindocarbocyanine
perchlorate
* 4 First aid measures
After inhalation: In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
After skin contact: Immediately wash with soap, water and rinse thoroughly.
After eye contact:
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
After swallowing: If symptoms persist consult doctor.
5 Fire fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing agents:
CO2, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
6 Accidental release measures
Person-related safety precautions: Not required.
Measures for environmental protection: Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
Measures for cleaning/collecting: Ensure adequate ventilation.
7 Handling and storage
Handling
Information for safe handling: No special precautions are necessary if used correctly.
Information about fire - and explosion protection: No special measures required.
Storage
Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: No special requirements.
Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required.
Further information about storage conditions: Keep receptacle tightly sealed.
8 Exposure controls and personal protection gear
Additional information about design of technical facilities: No further data; see item 7.
Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: Not required.
Additional information: The lists valid during the making were used as basis.
Personal protective equipment
General protective and hygienic measures
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
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Respiratory protection:
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use
self-contained respiratory protective device.
Protection of hands:
Protective gloves.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation
Material of gloves:
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and
varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
Penetration time of glove material:
The exact break trough time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be
observed.
Eye protection: Tightly sealed goggles.
9 Physical and chemical properties
General Information
Solid.
Form:
Colourless
Colour:
Characteristic
Odour:
Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range: undetermined
Boiling point/Boiling range: undetermined
Not applicable
Flash point:
Flammability (solid, gaseous) Product is not flammable.
Product does not present an explosion hazard.
Danger of explosion:
Not determined
Density:
Solubility in / Miscibility with
Insoluble
Water:
0.0 %
Organic solvents:
10 Stability and reactivity
Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Dangerous reactions: No dangerous reactions known
Dangerous decomposition products: No dangerous decomposition products known
11 Toxicological information
Acute toxicity:
Primary irritant effect:
on the skin: Irritant to skin and mucous membranes.
on the eye: Irritating effect.
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
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12 Ecological information
General notes:
Water hazard class 1 (German Regulation) (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.
Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
13 Disposal considerations
Product:
Recommendation
Must not be disposed together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
Uncleaned packaging:
Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
* 14 Transport information
Contact Promega Safety Department for additional transport information.
Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
ADR/RID class: -
Not regulated
Maritime transport IMDG:
-
IMDG Class:
Marine pollutant: No
Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class: -
* 15 Regulations
Labelling according to EU guidelines:
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with EU Directives / Ordinance on Hazardous
Materials
Risk phrases:
36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety phrases:
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
National regulations
Waterhazard class: Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.
16 Other information
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.
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Department issuing MSDS:
Promega Corporation
Safety Department
2800 Woods Hollow Road
Madison, WI 53711
U.S.A.
Contact:
Promega UK
Delta House, Enterprise Road
Chilworth Science Park
Southampton SO16 7NS
UNITED KINGDOM
Free Phone +44 800 559900
Free Fax +44 800 181037
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