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Material Safety Data Sheet
X-GAL
1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: X-GAL
Contact information:
Catalog Code: 715041, 715043, 715044
bioWORLD
4150 Tuller Rd
CAS#: 7240-90-6
Suite 228, Dublin, OH 43017, USA
RTECS: Not available.
For information, call: 614-792-8680
Fax Number: 614-792-8685
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: No products were found.
Order Online:www.bio-world.com
CI#: Not available.
E-mail : save@bio-world.com
Synonym: 5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-Beta-D-galactopyranoside
In Case of a chemical emergency, call CHEMTREC
(24 hours a day) at 1-800-424-9300
Chemical Name: 5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl beta-D-
galactopyranoside
For non-emergency assistance,call: 1-800-860-9729
Chemical Formula: C14H15BrC1NO6
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS# % by Weight
X-Gal 7240-90-6 >99.0
Toxicological Data on Ingredients:
X-Gal LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.
3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation (lung irritant).
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
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TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: No known effect on skin contact, rinse with water for a few minutes.
Serious Skin Contact: Not available.
Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing,
perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Product of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO,CO2 ), nitrogen oxides (NO,NO2 ...), halogenated
compounds.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large Spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading
water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
7: Handling and Storage
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Precautions: Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the
residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes. Wear
suitable protective clothing Incase of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If you feel unwell, seek
medical attention and show the label when possible.
Storage: Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container tightly
closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme heat and away
from strong oxidizing agents.
8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
Personal Protection: Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained
breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient;
consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State and Appearance: Solid.
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 408.64 g/mole
Color: White
pH(1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: Not available.
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: Not available.
Vapour Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: Not available.
Solubility: Not available.
10: Stability and Reactivity Data
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Stability: Stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not available.
Incompatibility with various substances: Not available.
Corrosivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
11:Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Skin contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals:
Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant).
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.
12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Product of Biodegradation: Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term
degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are more toxic than the product itself.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with
an afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state and local environmental regulations.
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14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material.
Identification: Not applicable.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.
15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: No products were found.
Other Regulations: Not available.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS(Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS.
DSCL(EEC): R36/37- Irritating to eyes and respiratory system.
HMIS(U.S.A):
Health Hazard: 1
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A):
Health: 1
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment: Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Splash goggles.
16: Other Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
Created: 31/07/2006 3:47:22 PM
Last Updated: 04/08/2006 4:17:31 PM
Disclaimer
This product is offered by bioWORLD for research, laboratory or further manufacturing use. Not for human use or
consumption.
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However,we
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make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we
assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
information for their particular purposes.In no event shall Bio-World.com be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any
third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect,incidental,consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising,
even if Bio-World.com has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
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