SAFETY DATA SHEET
Mayer's Haematoxylin
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Mayer's Haematoxylin
Other Names:
N/A
Product Number(s):
AMH-1L, AMH-500, AMH-5L
CAS Number:
-
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Hospital and pathology 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
Not classified as Hazardous according to the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) and Safe Work Australia criteria. Not classified as Dangerous Goods according to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. (7th edition) The product is not classified according to the Globally Harmonised System (GHS).
Label Elements
Signal Words
None
Hazard Statement(s)
None
Precautionary Statement(s)
None
Primary route(s) of entry
Human Health
Inhalation:
N/A
Ingestion:
N/A
Eyes:
N/A
Skin:
N/A
Environment
N/A
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Chloral hydrate
302-17-0
1%
Acute Tox. 3, H301; Skin Irrit. 2, H315; Eye Irrit. 2A, H319
Haematoxylin
517-28-2
0.3%
Acute Tox. 3, H311; Acute Tox. 4, H332
Citric acid
77-92-9
0.1%
Eye Irrit. 2A, H319
Sodium iodate
7681-55-2
0.01%
Ox. Liq. 1, H271
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
If swallowed, induce vomiting. Immediately rinse mouth with water. Give a glass of water to drink. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
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. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
Eye Contact
In case of eye contact, hold eyelids open and rinse with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
Other Information
Symptoms Caused by Exposure:Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation, coughing, discomfort, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, dizziness, headache and confusion.Skin Contact: May cause irritation, redness, itchiness and skin dryness.Eye Contact: May cause irritation, tearing, stinging, blurred vision and pain.Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of mouth, throat and stomach, mucous build up and stomach pain
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Use fire extinguishing methods suitable to surrounding conditions.
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Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
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.
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. Remainder of material can be washed to drain with plenty of water.
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. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. 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
Engineering controls
The product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be monitored at the workplace. Ensure adequate ventilation of the working area
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
PVC or natural rubber 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
Impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
The use of a P1 dust mask (disposable) or with replaceable filters is recommended. See Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715 and 1716 for more information.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Dark red liquid
Odour
No information available
pH
2.4
Vapour Pressure
23 hPa at 20 degrees C
Density
1.01
Boiling Point
100 °C
Melting Point
0 °C
Solubility
Completely soluble
Specific Gravity of Density
No information available
Flash Point
Not applicable
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Product is not flammable.
Ignition Temperature
Not applicable
Formula
No information available
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Chemical stability
Stable at ambient temperature and under normal conditions of use.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Oxides of carbon, smoke and fumes.
Conditions to avoid
Heat, sparks, open flames and other sources of ignition.
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidising agents, strong alkalies and acids.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
No data available
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 andstomach pain.
Inhalation
May cause respiratory irritation, coughing, discomfort, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, dizziness,headache and confusion.
Toxicity and irritation
Toxicity:
LD₅₀/LC₅₀ Values Relevant for Classification:
302-17-0 chloral hydrate
Oral LD₅₀ 479 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD₅₀ 3030 mg/kg (rat)
77-92-9 citric acid
Oral LD₅₀ 5040 mg/kg (mouse)
11700 mg/kg (rat) LD₅₀
5500 mg/kg (rat) (subcutaneous)
Carcinogenicity: Chloral hydrate is classified by IARC as Group 2A - Probably carcinogenic to humans.
Chronic Health Effects: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may lcause dermatitis. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause irreversible damage to health.
LD₅₀/LC₅₀ Values Relevant for Classification:
302-17-0 chloral hydrate
Oral LD₅₀ 479 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD₅₀ 3030 mg/kg (rat)
77-92-9 citric acid
Oral LD₅₀ 5040 mg/kg (mouse)
11700 mg/kg (rat) LD₅₀
5500 mg/kg (rat) (subcutaneous)
Carcinogenicity: Chloral hydrate is classified by IARC as Group 2A - Probably carcinogenic to humans.
Chronic Health Effects: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may lcause dermatitis. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause irreversible damage to health.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
May cause long term adverse effects in the environment. Aquatic toxicity: May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Persistence and degradability
No information available
Bioaccumulative potential
No information available
Other adverse effects
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Disposal Methods and Containers: Dispose according to applicable local and state government regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
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UN Number
Not regulated
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
REGULATORY INFORMATION
Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances:
7784-24-9 Aluminium potassium sulphate, Sulfuric acid, aluminium potassium salt (2:1:1), dodecahydrate
302-17-0 chloral hydrate
517-28-2 haematoxylin
77-92-9 citric acid
7681-55-2 Sodium iodate
7732-18-5 Water
Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances:
7784-24-9 Aluminium potassium sulphate, Sulfuric acid, aluminium potassium salt (2:1:1), dodecahydrate
302-17-0 chloral hydrate
517-28-2 haematoxylin
77-92-9 citric acid
7681-55-2 Sodium iodate
7732-18-5 Water
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
24 May 2022
Comments
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.