General Information
Version
5.5
Revision date
2015-01-19
Product name
Propidium iodide
CAS No.
25535-16-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For laboratory research purposes
supplier name
Sigma-Aldrich Canada Co
Emergency telephone
+1 9058299500, +1 9058299292, +1-703-527-3887, 1-800-521-8956
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Canada Co
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H303, H315, H315+H320, H319, H335, H341
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H303
May be harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
HMIS Classification Emergency Overview
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
Precautionary statements
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. HMIS Classification
Health hazards
2 Chronic Health Hazard: * Flammability: 0
Physical hazards
0 Potential Health Effects Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation. Eyes Causes eye irritation. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
D2B Toxic Material Causing Other Toxic Effects Moderate skin irritant Moderate respiratory irritant Moderate eye irritant Mutagen GHS Classification Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2) Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2A) Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 2) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Respiratory system
