SAFETY DATA SHEET
Ruthenium Red
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Ruthenium Red
Other Names:
Ruthenium (111) Chloride Oxide Ammoniated Hydrate
Product Number(s):
C075
CAS Number:
12790-48-6
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use - biological stain
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS09 - Irritant Serious eye irritation 2B
H320: Causes eye irritation. Skin corrosion/irritation 3
H316: Causes mild skin irritation. Acute tox., inh. 5
H333: May be harmful if inhaled. Acute tox., dermal 5
H313: May be harmful in contact with skin. Acute tox., oral 4
H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H320: Causes eye irritation. Skin corrosion/irritation 3
H316: Causes mild skin irritation. Acute tox., inh. 5
H333: May be harmful if inhaled. Acute tox., dermal 5
H313: May be harmful in contact with skin. Acute tox., oral 4
H302: Harmful if swallowed.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Warning
Hazard Statement(s)
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H313 May be harmful in contact with skin.
H316 Causes mild skin irritation.
H320 Causes eye irritation.
H333 May be harmful if inhaled.
H313 May be harmful in contact with skin.
H316 Causes mild skin irritation.
H320 Causes eye irritation.
H333 May be harmful if inhaled.
Precautionary Statement(s)
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
Primary route(s) of entry
Inhalation, skin, and ingestion.
Immediate effects: May cause irritation of the respiratory system. Maintain housekeeping and personal hygiene to minimise exposure and prevent sensitisation.Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.Chronic Exposure: May cause irritation of the respiratory system.
Immediate effects: May cause irritation of the respiratory system. Maintain housekeeping and personal hygiene to minimise exposure and prevent sensitisation.Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.Chronic Exposure: May cause irritation of the respiratory system.
Human Health
Inhalation:
Irritation
Ingestion:
May cause irritation, nausea, and diarrhea. Poison is unlikely on single exposure.
Eyes:
Irritation.
Skin:
Irritation and difficulty breathing.
Environment
No further relevant information available.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Ruthenium (111) Chloride Oxide Ammoniated Hydrat
12790-48-6
Not established
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
Rinse mouth. Seek immediate medical attention. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel.
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. If discomfort occurs or persists, contact physician. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes and wash before reuse.
Skin Contact
Flush for 15 minutes with soap and plenty of water. If discomfort occurs or persists, contact a physician.
Eye Contact
Flush area for 15 minutes with plenty of water and wash with soap and water. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. If discomfort occurs or persists, contact a physician.
Other Information
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: May cause irritation of the respiratory system. Maintain housekeeping and personal hygiene to minimise exposure and prevent sensitisation.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Water fog, dry chemical, CO₂, or "alcohol resistant" foam.
HAZCHEM
Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Can decompose to emit toxic ammonia and chlorine vapours. Hazardous combustion products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, ammonia, hydrogen chloride gas, ruthenium oxide.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Keep unnecessary personnel away. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Eliminate all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks, or flames in immediate area). Wear appropriate respiratory protective equipment and clothing during clean-up. Avoid breathing dust. Ventilate area if easy to do so, Contact local authorities if significant spillages cannot be contained.
Environmental precautions
No special measures required.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Large spills: Contain actively spilling material if safe and easy to do so. Do not let product enter drains.Small spills: Wet brush and collect to waste receptacles.Contain spillage and then collect with an electrically-protected vacuum cleaner or by wet brushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep containers closed. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid prolonged exposure. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and wash thoroughly after handling. Keep away from ignition sources.
Conditions for safe storage
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Engineering controls
Ventilation required: Local exhaust required in handling area. Mechanical: desirable to ensure concentration of material below TLV/TWA levels. Closed ventilation system - dust (laboratory fume hood).
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles or face shield.
Skin protection
Wear chemical-resistant gloves. Observe good chemical hygiene practices. Do not smoke or eat while using product. Wash hands or exposed skin after using the product.
Body protection
Protective work clothing that covers skin and prevents exposures.
Respiratory protection
Utilise organic vapour respirator if airborne levels are not maintained or if ventilation is inadequate. Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN(EU).
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Dark brown powder
Odour
Ammonia-like (No Data)
pH
Not applicable.
Vapour Pressure
Not available.
Density
Not available.
Boiling Point
Not available.
Melting Point
Not available.
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available.
Flash Point
Not available.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not available.
Ignition Temperature
Not available.
Formula
Not available.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions of use.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Ammonia and chlorine vapour.
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur.
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur.
Conditions to avoid
Open flame, high temperatures, and ignition sources.
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
No further relevant information available.
Eye contact
No further relevant information available.
Skin contact
No further relevant information available.
Ingestion
No further relevant information available.
Inhalation
No further relevant information available.
Toxicity and irritation
No further relevant information available.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations. Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
Not available.
UN Number
None.
Proper shipping name
Not regulated.
Transport hazard class
Void
Packing group
None.
Environmental hazard
No information available.
Special precautions for users
No information available.
Additional information
No information available.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
No information available.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
6 October 2021
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.