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
100%
General Information
Version
FSHG12
Revision date
2025-03-24
Product name
Gentian Violet (USP)
Product Synonyms
Crystal Violet; Basic Violet 3; Methanaminium
CAS No.
548-62-9
supplier name
Fisher Scientific Company
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
begel.sdsdesk@thermofisher.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H318, H351, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1 Label Elements
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements H302 - Harmful if swallowed H318 - Causes serious eye damage H351 - Suspected of causing cancer H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Prevention
P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor P330 - Rinse mouth
Storage
P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place
Disposal
P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
. . Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates. This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Category 4 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1
