Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2012-03-26
Product name
Congo Red Solution
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
To detect amyloid in tissue sections
supplier name
Leica Biosystems Richmond, Inc
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Leica Biosystems Richmond, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
LBSNA-LBS-QA@leicabiosystems.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
Classification (GHS-US)
Flammable liquids Category 3 Flammable liquid and vapor Carcinogenicity Category 1B May cause cancer Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Causes damage to organs
2.2 Label elements
GHS-US labeling
Hazard pictograms
GHS02 GHS08
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Flammable liquid and vapor May cause cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs
Precautionary statements
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof equipment 11/20/2017 EN (English US) Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Do not breathe mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower If exposed: Call a poison center/doctor If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention In case of fire: Use dry chemical, foam, or water spray for extinction. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool Store locked up Dispose of contents/container in accordance with all local/regional/national/international regulations
Other hazards which do not result in classification
No additional information available 2.4.
Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity
Not applicable