SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET TT 270
Threshold Limited Value
ALDON None established by (ACGIH 1992-93).
1533 W.Henrietta Rd. TXDS: Intravenous - mouse LD50: 5600 micrograms/kg.
TT 270
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION January 8, 1997
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure SKIN: No known toxicity, but contact may cause irritation and/or allergic
reaction. EYES: No known toxicity, but contact may cause irritation and slight
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE corneal injury. INHALATION: No known toxicity, but excessive dust may
cause irritation, if inhaled. INGESTION: May cause irritation of mouth, throat,
Product 2,3,5-TRIPHENYL TETRAZOLIUM CHLORIDE
CHEMTREC esophagus and gastrointestinal tract.
2
Health
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
TPTZ; TTC; Red Tetrazolium
Synonyms 1 INHALATION: Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not
Fire
Day 716-226-6177
First Aid Procedures breathing, give artificial respiration. Keep victim quiet and warm. Call physician
Formula C19H15CIN4 1
Reactivity
NFPA immediately. SKIN: Flush with water, then wash thoroughly with soap and water.
HAZARD RATING HMIS * Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Call physician if irritation
Unit Size up to 500 grams
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME persists. EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and call physician if irritation
0 1 2 3 4 persists. INGESTION: If swallowed, if conscious, give water to drink and call
C.A.S. No. 298-96-4
physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable Protect from light; turns yellow on exposure to
2,3,5-Triphenyl Tetrazolium Chloride 100% None established. light. Excessive temperature and heat.
Stable X
Incompatibility
Strong oxidizing materials.
(Materials to Avoid)
WARNING! CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN,
Hazardous Thermal decomposition or burning emits carbon dioxide and/or carbon
EYES AND MUCOUS MEMBRANES.
monoxide, oxides of nitrogen (NO ) and hydrogen chloride.
Decomposition Products x
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
243掳C (470掳F) (decomposes) Data not listed. (Variable.)
Melting Point (掳F)
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) Decomposes. N/A X
by Volume (%)
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Negligible as solid. N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) =1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
11.5
Vapor Density (Air=1) Wearing suitable protective clothing; sweep material onto paper,
material is released or spilled place in a suitable container for disposal by incineration. Wash
Solubility in Water Soluble.
spill area well with soap and water.
Appearance & Odor Colorless to yellow crystalline powder; no odor.
Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to Federal, State or Local laws.
Waste Disposal Method
SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA These disposal guidelines are intended for the disposal of catalog-size quantities only.
Lower
Flammable Limits in Air Upper
Flash Point
Dispose of in an approved incinerator equipped with an afterburner and
Non-flammable. N/A
% by Volume
(Method Used)
scrubber.
Extinguisher
Water spray; carbon dioxide (CO2); dry chemical. SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Media
None should be needed in normal laboratory handling. If dusty conditions prevail, work in
Respiration Protection
ventilation hood or wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved dust mask.
(Specify Type)
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Recommended. No.
Local Exhaust Special
PROCEDURES Ventilation Recommended. No.
Mechanical (General) Other
In fire conditions, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber. Chemical safety glasses.
breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with
skin and eyes. Other Protective
Lab coat, proper gloves, eye wash station.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken
UNUSUAL FIRE AND Store in a cool, dry place and protect from light.
in Handling & Storing
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Wash thoroughly after handling.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Fire or excessive heat may produce hazardous decomposition Other Precautions
products of oxides of nitrogen (NO ) and hydrogen chloride; can
x Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Avoid breathing dust.
react with oxidizing materials.
Remove and wash contaminated clothing.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date MR
No. 4 1/08/97 Michael Raszeja Coordinator
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gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use of these
Approved by U.S. Department of Labor "essentially similar" to form OSHA-20 materials and the safety and health of employees. * Hazardous Materials Industrial Standards. Printed on recycled paper.
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