| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2104 |
| Health: | 2 |
| Flammability | 1 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Methylene Blue Solution (Loeffler's) |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | N/A |
| RTECS: | |
| C.A.S | See Below |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Water, Deionized ASTM Type II | CAS# 7732-18-5 | Balance | v/v | None Established |
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Alcohol, Reagent Denatured Ethyl Alcohol | | 23% | v/v | OSHA TWA 1000 ppm (1900 mg/mƒ) |
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Methylene Blue | CAS# 7220-79-3 | 0.3% | w/v | None Established |
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Potassium Hydroxide | CAS# 1310-58-3 | 0.02% | w/v | OSHA PEL 2 mg/mƒ |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | gives off flammable vapors . |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Absorb spill with inert material, then place in a chemical waste container. RemoveDispose of in a manner consistent with federal, local law.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool dry place. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:Organic Vapor Cartridge
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | Information not available | Specific Gravity | information not available
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| Boiling Point: | Information not available |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 23% |
| Vapor Pressure: | Information not available |
Evaporation Rate: | information not available |
| Vapor Density: |
Information not available |
Evaporation Standard: |
Not Applicable |
| Solubility in Water: |
information not available |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
information not available |
| Appearance and Odor: |
clear blue solution ethyl alcohol smell |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
3.3% |
| Flash Point: |
33°c |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
19% |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with heat, sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition. |
Materials to Avoid:
Strong oxidizing agents. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
carbon oxides. |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Conditions aggravated/Target organs: Persons with preexisting skin, eye, respiratory, or kidney/liver disorders may be more susceptible. Toxic due to denaturants. Acute: irritation to skin, eyes, lungs, mucous membranes, and GI tract. Nausea, headache, narcosis, dizziness, and vision difficulties. Chronic: liver/kidney damage, blindness, pancreatitis, and nerve disorders. |
| DOT Classification: Not Regulated |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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