Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
0.1-1.0
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
0.1-1.0
General Information
Revision date
2025-10-10
Product name
GENTIAN VIOLET, FOR GRAM STAIN
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Dyes
Emergency telephone
+1-613-996-6666
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
CHAPTEC Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H319, H351, H360, H371
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 3 or mixture SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 2 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) - Category 2 TOXICITY FOR REPRODUCTION, DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY – Category 1B CARCINOGENICITY – Category 2B
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H302 - Harmful if swallowed. H319 - Causes serious eye irritation. H351 - Suspected of causing cancer. H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child. H371 - May cause damage to organs.
Prevention
P280 - Wear protective gloves. Wear protective clothing. Wear eye or face protection. P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P260 - Do not breathe vapor. P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P264 - Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P272 – Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Response
P308 + P311 - IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or physician. P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P301 + P330 - IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. P303 + P352 + P362 + P364 – IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water and soap. Remove contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P333 + P313 – If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention. P305 + P351 + P338 + P313 – IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical advice/attention.
Storage
P405 – Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 - Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 3 or mixture SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 2 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) - Category 2 TOXICITY FOR REPRODUCTION, DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY – Category 1B CARCINOGENICITY – Category 2B
