Methylene Blue Solution (Methanol Solution) [for Cell Staining]

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 2

Health hazards

Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity Central nervous system Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation, Narcotic effects Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Visual system, Central nervous system Repeated exposure [Category 1]

Environmental hazards

Not classified

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour Causes serious eye irritation May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs Central nervous system Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Visual system Central nervous system May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. 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 or attention. If exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

PHYSICAL HAZARDS Flammable liquids Category 2 HEALTH HAZARDS Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity Central nervous system - Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation, Narcotic effects - Single exposure [Category 3] Specific target organ toxicity Visual system, Central nervous system - Repeated exposure [Category 1] ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Not classified