RHODAMINE B

Health hazards

Information OSHA Effects of Overexposure Skin Contact: Contact may cause skin irritation. Information Eye Contact: Contact may be irritating to the eyes. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Limited information is available, however material should be considered a potential health hazard. Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. May cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms include coughing, sore throat and shortness of breath. Store in a cool, dry well-ventilated area or cabinet dedicated to toxic storage. Isolate away from incompatible materials. Keep containers well closed. Transportation Information Regulated Material domestic ground transportation (reference: CFR Title 49, Transportation) Proper Shipping Name: UN or NA Identification number: Hazard Class and Label: Packing Group: Subsidiary Risk and Label: Regulated Material via Air Transportation (reference: ICAO Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air) Proper Shipping Name: UN Identification Number: Hazard Class and Label: Packing Group: Subsidiary Risk and Label:

Potential chronic health

of Overexposure Phototoxic or photoallergic reactions. Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL TWA STEL Ceiling Rhodamine B NE ACGIH TLV TWA STEL Ceiling Rhodamine B NE Toxicity Data: Rhodamine B LD50 (oral, mouse) 887 mg/kg LD50 (intravenous, rat) 89 mg/kg LD50 (intraperitoneal, rat) 112 mg/kg

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

None Identified Target Organs: None Identified Reproductive Effects: None Identified Carcinogenicity: Animal studies indicate this material may be carcinogenic. Component NTP Listing IARC Listing OSHA Regulated Rhodamine B No listing Group 3, Unclassifiable Emergency First Aid Procedures Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops. Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing difficulty persists seek immediate medical attention. Ingestion: If conscious, give victim large amounts of water. Seek medical attention. Additional First aid and Treatment Notes: Emergency First Aid Procedures No information available Reactivity Data Stability: Stable Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur Incompatibles: Incompatible with strong oxidizers. Decomposition Products: NOx and COx fumes. Ammonia, hydrogen chloride Conditions to Avoid: Incompatibles Spill and Disposal Procedures Spill and Leak Procedures: Prevent spread of spill. Sweep or scoop into suitable disposal container. Minimize dust dispersion.

Disposal

Procedures Dispose in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations. Protective Equipment Ventilation: Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep fume and/or dust levels as low as possible. Respiratory Protection: A NIOSH approved dust/mist respirator should be worn at all times. Skin and Eye Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, protective clothing and gloves. Maintain an eyewash station and safety shower nearby. Storage and Handling Precautions

Storage

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