Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
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
4-[bis[4-Gentian Violet; Crystal Violet; Basic Violet 3
General Information
Revision date
2026-05-24
Product name
Gentian (Crystal) Violet
CAS No.
548-62-9
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, 703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Ricca Chemical Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H318, H351, H400, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the Substance or Mixture
Hazard categories
Category Hazard Precautionary Statements
Hazard statements
Acute Toxicity - Oral Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation Category 4 H302 P264,P270,P301+P312,P330,P501 Category 1 H318 P280,P305+P351+P338,P310 Carcinogenicity Category 2 H351 P201,P202,P280,P308+P313,P405, P501 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment, Short-term (Acute) Acute 1 H400 P273,P391,P501 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment, Long-term (Chronic) Chronic 1 H410 P273,P391,P501 NOTE: Hazard statements may be combined on labels to improve clarity and readability. Hazard Number Hazard Statement H302 Harmful if swallowed H318 Causes serious eye damage H351 Suspected of causing cancer H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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Precautionary statements
NOTE: Precautionary statements may be combined or consolidated on labels to improve clarity and readability. P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P264 Wash hands, arms, and face thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves and eye protection. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor 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 or attention. P310 Immediately call a poison center or doctor. P330 Rinse mouth. P391 Collect spillage. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to suitable waste stream in accordance with local, state, federal, and international regulations.
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2.3 Other hazards
No other hazards identified. 2.4. Ingredients of Unknown Acute Toxicity
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
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