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MSDS Safety Information 
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NAME: HEMATOXYLIN, RICHARD-ALLAN

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Material Safety Data Sheet
60290 Print Date: 2/26/07
Revision Date: 10/20/2006
ACC#
Hematoxylin, certified
Version: 8
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name:
Hematoxylin, certified
Catalog Numbers:
90022
Synonyms:
Benz (B) Indol (1,2-D) Pyran-3,4,6A,9,10 (6H)-Pentol,7,11B-Dihydro, Cis-(+)-; Hematoxiline;
Hydroxybrazilin; Hydroxybrasilin; Natural Black I.
Company Identification:
Richard Allan Scientific
4481 Campus Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Company Phone Number:
800-522-7270
Emergency Phone Number:
800-424-9300
CHEMTREC Phone Number, US:
(800) 424-9300
CHEMTREC Phone Number, Europe:
(202) 483-7616
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
Percent
EINECS/
CAS# Chemical Name: ELINCS
517-28-2 Hematoxylin 100 208-237-3
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: White to yellow crystals
Caution! May cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. Light sensitive. The
toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Target Organs: None known
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
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Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic:
No information found.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower
eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If
conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or
equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by
thermal decomposition or combustion. Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may
decompose upon heating to produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
Autoignition Temperature:
Not applicable.
Explosion Limits:
Lower: Not available Upper: Not available
Flash Point:
Not applicable.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0
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Material Safety Data Sheet
60290 Print Date: 2/26/07
Revision Date: 10/20/2006
ACC#
Hematoxylin, certified
Version: 8
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
General Information:
Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately,
observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide
ventilation.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Minimize dust
generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed.
Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Store protected from light.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible
substances. Store protected from light.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name: ACGIH NIOSH OSHA
Hematoxylin None listed None listed None listed
OSHA Vacated PELs
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
60290 Print Date: 2/26/07
Revision Date: 10/20/2006
ACC#
Hematoxylin, certified
Version: 8
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Crystals
Color: White to yellow
Odor: No information found
pH: No information found
Vapor Pressure: Negligible.
Vapor Density: No information found
Evaporation Rate: Negligible.
Viscosity: No information found
Boiling Point: No information found
Freezing/Melting Point: 100 - 120°C
Decomposition Temperature: No information found
Solubility in water: Soluble in hot water.
Specific Gravity/Density: No information found
Molecular Formula: C16H14O6
Molecular Weight: 302.27
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. Turns
reddish-brown on exposure to light.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, light, dust generation, excess heat
Incompatibilities with Other Materials
Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrocarbons
Hazardous Polymerization
Has not been reported
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS:
CAS# 517-28-2: MH7875000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 517-28-2:
No information found
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 517-28-2: Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
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Epidemiology:
No information found
Teratogenicity:
No information found
Reproductive:
No information found
Mutagenicity:
No information found
Neurotoxicity:
No information found
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No information found
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous
waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Part 261.3. Additionally,
waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and
accurate classification.
RCRA P Series Wastes
None of the components are on this list.
RCRA U Series Wastes
None of the components are on this list.
Section 14 - Transport Information
US DOT Canadian TDG
Proper Shipping
Name:
Not Regulated Not Regulated
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
US Federal
TSCA
CAS# 517-28-2 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
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Health and Safety Reporting List
None of the components are on this list.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the components are on this list.
TSCA Section 12b
None of the components are on this list.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule (SNUR)
None of the components are on this list.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the components are on this list.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the components are on this list.
SARA Hazard Categories
Not available
SARA Section 313
None of the components are on this list.
Clean Air Act - Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs)
None of the components are on this list.
Clean Air Act - Class 1 Ozone Depletors
None of the components are on this list.
Clean Air Act - Class 2 Ozone Depletors
None of the components are on this list.
Clean Water Act - Hazardous Substances
None of the components are on this list.
Clean Water Act - Priority Pollutants
None of the components are on this list.
Clean Water Act - Toxic Pollutants
None of the components are on this list.
OSHA - Highly Hazardous
None of the components are on this list.
OSHA - Specifically Regulated Chemicals
None of the components are on this list.
US State
State Right to Know
No information found
California Prop 65
None of the components are on this list.
California No Significant Risk Level
None of the components are on this list.
European/International Regulations
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Revision Date: 10/20/2006
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Version: 8
European Labelling in Accordance with EC Directives:
Hazard Symbols: None listed
Risk Phrases: None listed
Safety Phrases: S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
No information found
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
No information found
United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits
No information found
Canadian DSL/NDSL
CAS# 517-28-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canadian WHMIS Classifications
This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
No information found
Section 16 - Other Information
No information found
MSDS Creation Date: May 7, 1998
Revision Date: October 20, 2006
Revisions were made in Sections:
3, 5, 10, 11, 14, 15
This MSDS is intended for review and guidance in the receipt, storage, handling, use and disposal of product purchased from
us, and for no other purpose. Use this product only as directed and in accordance with applicable instructions and warnings
provided with the product. Please consult your institution's policies regarding use of this product. If you have obtained this
MSDS other than in connection with the supply of this product from us, this MSDS should be consulted for general
information only, and should not be relied upon for any purpose. As with the use of all hazardous materials, you should in all
instances follow the guidance of the MSDS provided or available with the specific product purchased.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
60290 Print Date: 2/26/07
Revision Date: 10/20/2006
ACC#
Hematoxylin, certified
Version: 8