Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
548-62-9
Name of the chemical
C.I. Basic Violet 3; 4-[4,4'-Bis(dimethylamino)benzhydryliden]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-yliden]dimethylammoniumchlorid; Kristallviolett
Concentration
Trade secret
General Information
Revision date
2026-01-09
Product name
Crystal violet, Cation-based violet dye
Product Synonyms
None
CAS No.
548-62-9
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For research use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures
1.2.2. Uses advised against
This product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption (40 CFR 720.36). It is the recipient"s responsibility to comply with the requirements of the TSCA R&D Exemption. This product may not be used for any non-exempt commercial purpose under TSCA unless appropriate consent is granted in writing by Abcam
Emergency telephone
+1 866 928 0789, +1 202 464 2554
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Company Information
company name
Abcam Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
us.technical@abcam.com, sds@abcam.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H318, H351
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable Label elements
Signal word
Danger Hazard statements Harmful if swallowed Causes serious eye damage Suspected of causing cancer Precautionary Statements - Prevention Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection Precautionary Statements - Response IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Precautionary Statements - Storage Store locked up
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable.
Further information
Caution - substance not yet tested completely. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) Not applicable.
