General Information
Revision date
2012-06-01
Product name
Ruthenium Red
CAS No.
12790-48-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Biological Stain Synonym: Ruthenium Red
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day
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Company Information
company name
Ted Pella, Inc.
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency overview Appearance: Dark brown powder. Immediate effects: May cause irritation of the respiratory system. Maintain housekeeping and personal hygiene to minimize exposure and prevent sensitization.
Principle Routes of Exposure
Inhalation, skin, and ingestion Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated. Eyes: Irritation. Skin: Irritation. Ingestion: May cause irritation, nausea, and diarrhea. Poison is unlikely on single exposure. Inhalation: Irritation and difficulty breathing. Chronic Exposure: May cause irritation of the respiratory system. Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: ND See Toxicological Information (Section11)
Environmental effects
See Ecological Information (Section 12)
