GIEMSA STAIN SOLUTION

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H260, H370

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS02 Flame Flammable liquids 2 H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases, emit flammable gases 1 which may ignite spontaneously. GHS08 Health hazard Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) 1 H370 Causes damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.

2.2 Label elements

The product is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)

Hazard pictograms

GHS02 GHS08

Signal word

Danger

Hazardous Ingredients

Methyl Alcohol

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor. In contact with water releases flammable gases, which may ignite spontaneously. Causes damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs. (Contd. of page 1)

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Do not allow contact with water. Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Ground / bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting] equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Take action to prevent static discharge. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection. If on skin: Brush off loose particles from skin and Immerse in cool water. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. IF exposed or concerned: Call a poison center/doctor. Specific treatment (see on this label). In case of fire: Use CO2, sand, extinguishing powder to extinguish. Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. · Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment

Classification system

· NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) 3 Health = 0 0 2 Fire = 3 Reactivity = 2 W — The substance demonstrates unusual reactivity with water. · HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4) HEALTH *0 Health = *0 FIRE 3 Fire = 3 REACTIVITY 2 Reactivity = 2

PBT Substances

Not applicable

vPvB Substances

Not applicable

2.3 Other hazards

There are no adverse physical or health effects known that are not covered by the hazard classes of the Hazard Communications Standard.