Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
108-95-2
Name of the chemical
Phenol
Concentration
>=3-<5
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
General Information
Version
8.10
Revision date
2026-01-13
Product name
Gram"s stain solution (I)
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, +1-703- 527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H314, H341, H351, H373, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H314
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Long term hazards
Category 3 aquatic hazard
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H373 May cause damage to organs (Nervous system, Kidney, Liver, Skin) through prolonged or repeated exposure. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 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/ doctor. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Storage
P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Skin corrosion : Category 1B Serious eye damage : Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity : Category 2 Carcinogenicity : Category 2 Specific target organ : Category 2 (Nervous system, Kidney, Liver, Skin) toxicity - repeated exposure Short-term (acute) : Category 3 aquatic hazard Long-term (chronic) : Category 3 aquatic hazard Other hazards
