SAFETY DATA SHEET
Carbol Fuchsin, Dilute Aqueous Solution
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Carbol Fuchsin, Dilute Aqueous Solution
Other Names:
Diluted Carbol Fuchsin
Product Number(s):
ACFD-500
CAS Number:
-
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use.
Hospital and pathology microbiology laboratories only.
Hospital and pathology microbiology laboratories only.
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
Classified as Hazardous according to the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) and Safe Work Australia criteria
.H350 May cause cancer.
.H350 May cause cancer.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
H350 May cause cancer.
Precautionary Statement(s)
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national regulations.
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national regulations.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available.
Human Health
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory irritation, coughing, discomfort, difficulty breathing and shortness of breath.
Ingestion:
May be harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of mouth, throat and stomach, mucous build up, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
Eyes:
May cause irritation, tearing, stinging, blurred vision and pain.
Skin:
May cause irritation, redness, itchiness and skin dryness.
Environment
May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Methanol
67-56-1
1%
Flam. Liq. 2, H225; Acute Tox. 3, H301; Acute Tox. 3, H311; Acute Tox. 3, H331; STOT SE 1, H370
Phenol
108-95-2
0.5%
Acute Tox. 3, H301; Acute Tox. 3, H311; Acute Tox. 3, H331; Muta. 2, H341; STOT RE 2, H373; Skin Corr. 1B, H314
4,4'-(4-iminocyclohexa-2,5-dienylidenemethylene)dianiline hydrochloride
569-61-9
0.1%
Carc. 1B, H350
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Give 3-4 glasses of water to drink. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek immediate medical attention.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if breathing problems develop.
Skin Contact
In case of skin contact, immediately remove contaminated clothing and wash affected areas with water and soap and then rinse with methylated spirits. Seek immediate medical attention.
Eye Contact
In case of eye contact, hold eyelids open and rinse with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Use fire extinguishing methods suitable to surrounding conditions.
HAZCHEM
Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
This material is not a flammable or combustible liquid.
Use water spray to cool fire exposed containers.
Acrid smoke and fumes. When fighting a major fire wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective equipment.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear approved respiratory protection, chemical resistant gloves, protective clothing and safety boots. Evacuate all non-essential personnel from affected area. Do not breathe vapours. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not walk or touch spilt material. Material may be slippery when spilt.
Environmental precautions
In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Stop leak if safe to do so and absorb spill with sand, earth, vermiculite or some other absorbent material. Collect the spilled material and place into a suitable container for disposal. Material may be slippery when spilt.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Use of safe work practices are recommended to avoid eye or skin contact and inhalation of vapours. Food, beverages and tobacco products should not be stored or consumed where this material is in use. Always wash hands before smoking, eating, drinking or using the toilet. Wash contaminated clothing and other protective equipment before storage or re-use. Provide eyewash fountains and safety showers in close proximity to points of potential exposure.
Conditions for safe storage
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Material
TWA ppm
TWA mg/m3
STEL ppm
STEL mg/m3
Phenol
1 ppm
4 mg/m³
-
-
Methanol
200 ppm
262 mg/m³
250 ppm
328 mg/m³
Engineering controls
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapour below occupational exposure standards.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Eye and face protectors for protection against splashing materials or liquids. See Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1337 for more information.
Skin protection
Nitrile or neoprene gloves. See Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2161 for more information. When selecting gloves for use against certain chemicals, the degradation resistance, permeation rate and permeation breakthrough time should be considered. Occupational protective clothing (depending on conditions in which it has to be used, in particular as regards the period for which it is worn, which shall be determined on the basis of the seriousness of the risk, the frequency of exposure to the risk, the characteristics of the workstation of each worker and the performance of the protective clothing). See Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 4501 for more information.
Body protection
No information available.
Respiratory protection
When vapours approach the exposure standards then the use of a half-face organic vapour respirator with dust/mist filter is recommended. When vapours exceed the exposure standards, the use of an positive pressure demand self-contained or airline breathing apparatus is recommended. Filter capacity and respirator type depends on exposure levels. If entering spaces where the airborne concentration of a contaminant is unknown then the use of a selfcontained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with positive pressure air supply is recommended. See Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715 and 1716 for more information.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Bright red liquid
Odour
Not available.
pH
Not available.
Vapour Pressure
Not available.
Density
1.05
Boiling Point
~100 °C (approx.)
Melting Point
~0 °C
Solubility
Completely soluble in water.
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available.
Flash Point
Not applicable.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not applicable.
Ignition Temperature
Not available.
Formula
Not available.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
Stable at ambient temperature and under normal conditions of use.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Conditions to avoid
High temperatures.
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidising agents, strong alkalies and acids.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
CI Basic Red 9 is classified by Safe Work Australia as Carcinogen Category 2.
May cause cancer.
Phenol is classified by IARC as Group 3 - Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans. CI Basic Red 9 (569-61-9) is classified by IARC as Group 2B - Possibly carcinogenic to humans
.Product may be absorbed through the skin with toxic effects. Prolonged or repeated exposure may lead to irreversible damage to health.
Overexposure to methanol may cause liver abnormalities, kidney damage, eye damage, lung damage, brain damage and nervous system damage.
Methanol has been reported to cause death or serious irreversible injury such as blindness in humans.
Ingestion of methanol, even in small amounts, can cause blindness and death. Onset of symptoms may be delayed for 18 - 24 hours and are similar in affect to ethanol poisoning.
May cause cancer.
Phenol is classified by IARC as Group 3 - Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans. CI Basic Red 9 (569-61-9) is classified by IARC as Group 2B - Possibly carcinogenic to humans
.Product may be absorbed through the skin with toxic effects. Prolonged or repeated exposure may lead to irreversible damage to health.
Overexposure to methanol may cause liver abnormalities, kidney damage, eye damage, lung damage, brain damage and nervous system damage.
Methanol has been reported to cause death or serious irreversible injury such as blindness in humans.
Ingestion of methanol, even in small amounts, can cause blindness and death. Onset of symptoms may be delayed for 18 - 24 hours and are similar in affect to ethanol poisoning.
Eye contact
May cause irritation, tearing, stinging, blurred vision and pain.
Skin contact
May cause irritation, redness, itchiness and skin dryness.
Ingestion
May be harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of mouth, throat and stomach, mucous build up, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
Inhalation
May cause respiratory irritation, coughing, discomfort, difficulty breathing and shortness of breath.
Toxicity and irritation
LD??/LC?? Values Relevant for Classification:
108-95-2 phenol
Oral LD?? 317 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD?? 850 mg/kg (rabbit)
67-56-1 Methanol
Oral LD?? 5628 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD?? 15800 mg/kg (rabbit)
Inhalation LC??/4 h 83.8 mg/l (rat)
108-95-2 phenol
Oral LD?? 317 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD?? 850 mg/kg (rabbit)
67-56-1 Methanol
Oral LD?? 5628 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD?? 15800 mg/kg (rabbit)
Inhalation LC??/4 h 83.8 mg/l (rat)
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 according to applicable local and state government regulations.
Special Precautions for Landfill or Incineration:
Please consult your state Land Waste Management Authority for more information.
Special Precautions for Landfill or Incineration:
Please consult your state Land Waste Management Authority for more information.
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
Not regulated.
Additional information
No information available.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
Not Scheduled.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
27 November 2024
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.