General Information
Revision date
2011-02-11
Product name
Gram Crystal Violet
Emergency telephone
(800) 424-9300
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Company Information
company name
BD Diagnostic Systems
Section 2
Hazardous Ingredients
67-63-0 isopropanol 67-56-1 methanol 64-17-5 ethanol 548-62-9 C.I. Basic Violet 3 5.0% 2.4% 0.4% 3 Hazards identification · Classification of the substance or mixture · Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC Xn; Harmful R40: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. R52/53: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. · Classification system: The classification was made according to the latest editions of international substances lists, and expanded upon from company and literature data. · Label elements · Labelling according to EU guidelines: This product has been classified according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR), and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR. · Code letter and hazard designation of product: Xn Harmful · Hazard-determining components of labelling: ethanol methanol isopropanol C.I. Basic Violet 3 (Contd. of page 1) · Risk phrases: 40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. 52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment · Safety phrases: 7 Keep container tightly closed. 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. 25 Avoid contact with eyes. 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. 36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets · Classification system · NFPA ratings (scale 0-4) Health = 2 2 Fire = 2 2 0 Reactivity = 0 · HMIS ratings (scale 0-4) HEALTH 2 Health = 2 FIRE 2 Fire = 2 REACTIVITY 0 Reactivity = 0