General Information
Revision date
2026-06-20
Product name
propidium iodide
Product Synonyms
None
CAS No.
25535-16-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Consumer use
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, 1-703-527-3887, 1-703-741-5970
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Company Information
company name
Life Technologies Corporation
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
MSDS@lifetech.com
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H315, H319, H335, H341
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Category 3 Target organ effects: Respiratory irritation Label elements Warning Hazard statements Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause respiratory irritation Precautionary Statements - Prevention Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors and spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/.? Precautionary Statements - Response IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label) Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice and attention Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice and attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Precautionary Statements - Storage Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable.
Further information
No information available.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Category 3 Target organ effects: Respiratory irritation.