SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET MM 420
Threshold Limited Value
ALDON None established by ACGIH-1992-93.
1533 W.Henrietta Rd.
MM 420
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION December 18, 1996
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion or skin absorption. May cause
irritation. To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical and
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated. Specific
data is not available. Exercise appropriate procedures to minimize potential
Product METHYL GREEN, 1% AQUEOUS SOLUTION CHEMTREC hazards.
Health 1
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
Methyl Green, Zinc chloride C.I. No. 42590 INGESTION: If swallowed, if conscious, give one or two glasses of water to
Synonyms 0
Fire
Day 716-226-6177
First Aid Procedures drink, induce vomiting and call a physician. Never give anything by mouth to
Formula Mixture. 0 an unconscious person. SKIN: Flush with water, then wash with mild soap
Reactivity
NFPA and water. EYES: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting
HAZARD RATING HMIS *
Unit Size up to 4 Lt. upper and lower eyelids occasionally. If irritation develops or persists, get
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
medical attention. INHALATION AS MIST: Remove to fresh air. If not
0 1 2 3 4
C.A.S. No. Mixture.
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES medical attention.
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable
Protect from light. Excessive
Methyl Green, Zinc chloride: CAS No. 7114-03-6 1% None established temperature and heat.
Stable X
Water: CAS No. 7732-18-5 99.0 See Section V. Incompatibility
Strong oxidizing materials.
(Materials to Avoid)
CAUTION! MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR ABSORBED
Hazardous When heated to decomposition, emits toxic fumes of bromine, chlorides and
THROUGH SKIN. MAY CAUSE IRRITATION. oxides of nitrogen (NOx).
Decomposition Products
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) Freezes approx. 0掳C (32掳F) Approx. 1.0
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) Approx. 100掳C (212掳F) 99 %
by Volume (%) X
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) 14 (water) Water Slightly less than 1
=1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
Vapor Density (Air=1) 0.7 (water)
Absorb spill in vermiculite, sand, earth, paper towel and place
material is released or spilled
in a suitable container. Wash spill area with soap and water.
Solubility in Water Complete
Appearance & Odor Green, water like liquid; 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 scrubber
Non-flammable. N/A
% by Volume
(Method Used)
or contract with a licensed waste disposal system.
Extinguisher
Use any media suitable for extinguishing supporting fire. SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Media
None needed in normal laboratory handling. If misty conditions prevail, work in ventilation
Respiration Protection
hood or wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator.
(Specify Type)
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Local Exhaust Special
Not needed. No.
PROCEDURES Ventilation Not needed. No.
Mechanical (General) Other
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber Chemical safety glasses.
If involved in fire situation, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained
breathing apparatus. Use flooding amounts of water in early stages of fire. Other Protective
Lab coat, apron, eye wash station, proper gloves.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken Store in a cool, dry place away from oxidizing materials and protect from light.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND in Handling & Storing Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
In fire conditions resulting in the evaporation of the water of solution Other Precautions
hazardous decomposition products may be produced as dust or fume.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. 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
No. 3 12/18/96 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
D.O.T. NON-REGULATED The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information
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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