Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
4.0 v/v
EC/CAS
7732-18-5
Name of the chemical
Water, distilled, conductivity or of similar purity H2O
Concentration
Balance
General Information
Revision date
2025-08-05
Product name
Giemsa Working Solution
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Transene Company, Inc.
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H303, H316, H360, H371, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classifications H226-Flammable liquids: 3 H303-Acute toxicity, oral: 5 H316-Skin corrosion/irritation: 3 H360-Reproductive toxicity: 1B H371-Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure: 2 H373-Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure: 2 Pictograms or Hazard Symbols and Hazard Statement(s)
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H226-Flammable liquid and vapour H303-May be harmful if swallowed H316-Causes mild skin irritation H360-May damage fertility or the unborn child H371-May cause damage to organs (target organs: central nervous system and optic nerve) H373-May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure (target organs: kidney, liver, spleen, and blood)
Precautionary statements
P201-Obtain special instructions before use. P202-Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233-Keep container tightly closed. P240-Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241-Use explosion-proof equipment. P242-Use non-sparking tools. P243-Take action to prevent static discharges. P260-Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264-Wash thoroughly after handling. P270-Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product. P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312-If swallowed: Call a Poison Center/doctor if you feel unwell. P303+P361+P353-If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P308+P311-If exposed or concerned: Call a Poison Center/doctor. P308+P313-If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P314-Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P370+P378-In case of fire: Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, dry sand, water spray, or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P403+P235-Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405-Store locked up. P501-Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
H226-Flammable liquids: 3 H303-Acute toxicity, oral: 5 H316-Skin corrosion/irritation: 3 H360-Reproductive toxicity: 1B H371-Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure: 2 H373-Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure: 2 Pictograms or Hazard Symbols and Hazard Statement(s)