MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND USE
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN):
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER
Gentian Violet Crystals GE110X
PRODUCT USE
MANUFACTURERS NAME: SUPPLIERS NAME:
Xenex Labs XENEX LABORATORIES INC.
STREET ADDRESS: STREET ADDRESS:
2402 CANOE AVENUE
CITY: PROVINCE: CITY: PROVINCE:
COQUITLAM B.C.
POSTAL CODE: EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO: POSTAL CODE: EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO:
SPE100 V3K 6C2 (CHEMTREC) 1-800-424-9300
SECTION 2 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
% CAS NUMBER LD50 / LC50 OF INGREDIENT
/ CHEMICAL FORMULA
(SPECIFY SPECIES) (SPECIFY ROUTE AND DOSE)
Gentian Violet Crystals 100 548-62-9 RAT ORAL 420mg/kg
C25H30ClN3 MOUSE ORAL 96mg/kg
RABBIT ORAL 150mg/kg
SECTION 3 - PHYSICAL DATA
PHYSICAL STATE AND APPEARANCE ODOR TASTE ODOR THRESHOLD (ppm)
Solid (Green [dark], Powder, Glistening ) Characteristic (slight) Not Available Not Available
MELTING POINT (C) VAPOR PRESSURE VAPOR DENSITY VOLATILITY
Decomposition @ 215掳C (419掳F) Not Applicable Not Available Not Available
pH SPECIFIC GRAVITY DISPERSION PROPERTIES / SOLUBILITY
Not Available Not Available Soluble in cold water, hot water. Insoluble in diethyl ether.
SECTION 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
NO YES
FLAMMABILITY IF YES, UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS?
May be combustible at high temperature -- Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of heat. Slightly explosive in
presence of spark, open flame. As with most organic solids fire is possible at elevated temperatures. Fine dust
dispersed in air in sufficient concentrations and in presence of an ignition source is a potential dust explosion hazard.
MEANS OF EXTINCTION
SMALL: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do NOT use water jet.
FLASHPOINT (C) AND METHOD FLAMMABLE LIMITS (% BY VOLUME) CRITICAL TEMPERATURE
Not Available UPPER: Not Available LOWER: Not Available Not Available
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE (C) HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS
Not Available (CO,CO2,NO,NO2鈥?) Oxides of carbon, nitrogen, halogenated compounds.
SECTION 5 - REACTIVITY DATA
YES NO IF NO, UNDER WHICH CONDITIONS?
CHEMICAL STABILITY
The product is stable - Avoid excess heat, dust generation, incompatible materials.
NO YES
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES IF SO, WHICH ONES?
Reactive with oxidizing agents.
REACTIVITY, AND UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS
Not Available
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Possible hazardous short term degradation products are not likely, however long term degradation products may arise.
The products of degradation are as toxic as the product itself
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
GE110X
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER
Gentian Violet Crystals
SECTION 6 - TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
ROUTE OF ENTRY
INGESTION
INHALATION
SKIN CONTACT SKIN ABSORPTION EYE CONTACT
EFFECTS OF ACUTE EXPOSURE TO PRODUCT
Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation.
Skin: May cause mild skin irritation. It can stain the area of contacted skin.
Eyes: Causes moderate to severe irritation with immediate severe pain. Eye contact causes blepharospasm, purple
staining of the cornea and conjunctiva cause permanent corneal/eye damage.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. May cause upper respiratory tract and mucous membrane irritation.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed! Causes gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting, hypermotility, diarrhea,
abdominal pain. May affect respiration (acute pulmonary edema), behavior (ataxia) Severe systemic poisonings have
not been repeated in humans, but animal studies have shown blood pressure rise and death from respiratory paralysis
during IV administration.
EFFECTS OF CHRONIC EXPOSURE TO PRODUCT
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
Hazardous in case of ingestion.
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation.
May affect genetic material (mutagenic).
May cause adverse reproductive effects and birth defects (teratogenic) based on animal test data.
May cause cancer based on animal test data.
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Ingestion: Prolonged or repeated ingestion may cause peritonitis and may affect metabolism (weight loss).
SYNERGISTIC PRODUCTS
EXPOSURE LIMITS IRRITANCY OF PRODUCT SENSITIZATION OF PRODUCT
Not Available Yes Not Available Not Available
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY MUTAGENICITY
TERATOGENICITY CARCINOGENICITY
As Specified As Specified As Specified As Specified
SECTION 7 - PREVENTATIVE MEASURE
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
GLOVES (SPECIFY) RESPIRATOR (SPECIFY) EYE (SPECIFY)
Yes ( impervious ) Approved / Certified respirator Safety goggles, face shield
FOOTWEAR (SPECIFY) CLOTHING (SPECIFY) OTHER (SPECIFY)
No Coveralls / Lab coat Eyewash equipment nearby
ENGINEERING CONTROLS (SPECIFY eg. VENTILATION, ENCLOSED PROCESS)
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
LEAK AND SPILL PROCEDURE
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading
water on the contaminated surface.
WASTE DISPOSAL
According to local, provincial, and federal regulations.
HANDLING PROCEDURES AND EQUIPMENT
Keep away from incompatibles. Keep away from heat, keep away from sources of ignition. Do not ingest. Do not
breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested or feeling unwell seek
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS t l
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Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Container may be hazardous when
empty since they retain product residues (Dust, Solids) observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product
SPECIAL SHIPPING INFORMATION
WHMIS (Canada) CLASS D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).
CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
GE110X
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER
Gentian Violet Crystals
SECTION 8 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SPECIFIC MEASURES
Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminated
SKIN
clothing and shoes. Get medical attention if irritation develops. Wash clothing before reuse,
thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of
EYES
water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately
If inhaled remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
INHALATION
oxygen. Get medical attention.
INGESTION Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician
immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if
symptoms appear.
IF IRRITATION PERSISTS AND IN ALL OTHER CASES, GET IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.
SECTION 9 - PREPARATION DATE OF M.S.D.S.
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packa
If this product is combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the us
responsibility to develop proper methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical
data judged to be reliable, Xenex Laboratories Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.
PREPARED BY (GROUP, DEPARTMENT, ETC.) PHONE NUMBER DATE:
CONTROL DEPARTMENT (604) 552 3031 April 17 2008
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