General Information
Version
9.4
Revision date
2025-04-25
Product name
Methylene blue (C.I. 52015) Reag. Ph Eur
CAS No.
7220-79-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Reagent for analysis
Emergency telephone
+64 9 801 0034
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Merck Life Science Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
customersupport.anz@merckgroup.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H319, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation : Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic : Category 3
Environmental hazards
- chronic hazard
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this prod- uct. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical ad- vice/ attention.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
None known.
