MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
REAGENTS, INC. CHEM-TREC EMERGENCY NUMBER
704/554-7474 1/800/424-9300
P.O. BOX 240746 DATE PREPARED
CHARLOTTE, NC 28224 March 20, 1996
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SECTION I - GENERAL INFORMATION
Chemical Name: Bromocresol Purple Indicator, 0.04%(w/v)
Catalog Number: 7-10600
Formula: Not applicable for mixtures.
DOT Shipping Information: Not regulated.
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Component/C.A.S. No. OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
%
Bromocresol Purple(CAS 115-40-2) None established
0.04%
Remainder deionized water.
SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point(oC at 760 mm Hg): ca. 100oC
Melting Point(oC): ca. 0oC
Specific Gravity: 1.0
Vapor Pressure(mm Hg): Essentially the same as water.
Vapor density(Air=1): Essentially the same as water.
Evaporation Rate(n-BuAc=1): Essentially the same as water.
Solubility in Water: Complete, infinite.
Appearance and Odor: Clear, orange liquid.
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Flammable Limits: N/A LEL % -- UEL% --
Extinguishing Media: Use any means suitable for
extinguishing surrounding fire.
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Fire and Explosion Hazards: Not considered to be a fire or
explosion hazard.
Special Information: In the event of a fire, wear full
protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained
breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the
pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Unstable: Stable: X
Conditions to Avoid: Stable under ordinary conditions of use
and storage.
Incompatibility(Materials to avoid): No incompatibility data
found.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: No hazardous
decomposition products expected.
Hazardous Polymerization: May Occur Will Not Occur X
Conditions to Avoid: N/A
SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA(ACUTE AND CHRONIC)
Routes of Entry: Inhalation-- Skin-- Ingestion-X
Health Hazards(Acute and Chronic):
Inhalation: No adverse effects expected.
Ingestion: Large doses may cause stomach upset.
Skin Contact: Not expected to be a health hazard. Will
stain skin.
Eye Contact: Splashes may cause irritation.
Chronic Exposure: No information found.
Carcinogenicity: NTP-No IARC Monographs-No OSHA-No
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
No information found.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Inhalation: Not expected to require first aid measures.
Ingestion: If large amounts were swallowed, give two
glasses of water and get medical advice.
Skin Exposure: If contacted, flush skin with soap and
water.
Get medical advice if irritation develops.
Eye Exposure: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get
medical advice if irritation develops.
SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
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Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:
Recover liquid when possible. Absorb spill on inert
absorbent material and containerize for disposal. Ensure
compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing: Protect
against physical damage. Store in a cool, dry well-
ventilated location. Protect against direct sunlight and
freezing.
Other Precautions: To be used by qualified personnel only.
SECTION VIII - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection(Specify Type): NIOSH-approved. Not
expected to require personal respirator usage.
Ventilation: Not expected to require any special
ventilation.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses. Personnel should not wear
contact lenses when working with this or any chemical.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Wear impervious
gloves and lab coat to prevent skin contact.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Do not eat, drink or smoke in area
of use. Clean up spills promptly. Wash thoroughly after
handling.
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources which
we believe are reliable. HOWEVER, THE INFORMATION IS
PROVIDED WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OF WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, REGARDING ITS ACCURACY OR CORRECTNESS.
The conditions or methods of handling, storage use and
disposal of this product are beyond our control and may be
beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT
ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, AND EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIM LIABILITY OR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF
OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR
DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT OR THE INFORMATION FURNISHED
THEREWITH.
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