General Information
Revision date
2021-12-26
Product name
Rhodamine 6G
Product Synonyms
C.I. 45160; Basic Red 1; 9-[2-(ethoxycarbonyl)phenyl]-3,6-bis(ethylamino)-2,7-dimethylxanthylium chloride;
CAS No.
989-38-8
Emergency telephone
+32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
fisher scientific
GHS Information
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Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1B
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Danger
Hazard statements
Toxic if swallowed May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye damage
Prevention
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/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Eyes 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/physician Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
