General Information
Revision date
2026-02-03
Product name
Ethidium Homodimer I
Product Synonyms
5,5"-(4,7-Diazadecamethylene)-bis(3,8-diamino-6-phenylphenanthridinium) dichloride dihydrochloride
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
This product is for research use - Not for human or veterinary diagnostic or therapeutic use
Emergency telephone
+1 (734) 971-3335, 800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Cayman Chemical Co
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H261, H314, H318, H351
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H261
In contact with water releases flammable gas
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
NFPA Rating Classification of the substance or mixture d ~ GHS02 Flame Substances and mixtures which, in contact with H261 In contact with water releases flammable water, emit flammable gases 2 gas d ~ GHS08 Health hazard Carcinogenicity 2 H351 Suspected of causing cancer d ~ GHS05 Corrosion Skin corrosion 1B H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Eye damage 1 H318 Causes serious eye damage Contd. from page 1)
2.2 Label elements
The substance is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
Hazard pictograms
d ~ d ~ d ~ GHS02 GHS05 GHS08
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H261 In contact with water releases flammable gas. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H351 Suspected of causing cancer.
Precautionary statements
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P223 Do not allow contact with water. P231+P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P260 Do not breathe dusts or mists. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection. P301+P330+P331 If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302+P335+P334 If on skin: Brush off loose particles from skin and Immerse in cool water. P303+P361+P353 If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P304+P340 If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a poison center/doctor. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P321 Specific treatment (see on this label). P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use CO2, powder or water spray to extinguish. P402+P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. · Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment
Classification system
· NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) 0 Health = 3 3 2 Fire = 0 Reactivity = 2 W — The substance demonstrates unusual reactivity with water. · HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4) HEALTH *3 Health = *3 FIRE 0 Fire = 0 REACTIVITY 2 Reactivity = 2 (Contd. from page 2)
PBT Substances
Not applicable
vPvB Substances
Not applicable
2.3 Other hazards
There are no adverse physical or health effects known that are not covered by the hazard classes of the Hazard Communications Standard.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
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