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Molecular Probes, Europe BV Customer Service and Ordering Information Custom and Bulk Sales Technical Assistance Licensing and Business Development View Cart View Favorites Ordering Instructions Information to Provide with your Order Help Using this Site How to use the Handbook Search Instructions Order Form Instructions View Cart View Favorites Material Safety Data Sheet Revision Number:1.1 Revision Date:11-Feb-2002 Product and Company Identification Product Name:5-(and-6)-tetramethylrhodamine biocytin (biocytin TMR) Catalog Number:T-12921 Unit Size:5 mg Manufacturer/Supplier:Molecular Probes, Inc. 29851 Willow Creek Road, Eugene, OR 97402-9132, USA For US and Canada, Toll-Free Phone: 1-800-438-2209 · Fax: 1-800-438-0228 Phone: (541)465-8300 · Fax: (541)335-0504 · Web: http://www.probes.com Technical Assistance: (541)335-0353 · E-mail: tech@probes.com Molecular Probes Europe BV PoortGebouw, Rijnsburgerweg 10, 2333 AA Leiden, The Netherlands Phone: +31-71-5233378 · Fax: +31-71-5233419 · Web: http://www.probes.com Technical Assistance: +31-71-5233378 · E-mail: eurotech@probes.nl Composition / Information on Ingredients 5-(and-6)-tetramethylrhodamine biocytin (biocytin TMR) Molecular Formula:C46H60N8O7S Molecular Weight:869.09 CAS Number/Name:N/A Hazards Identification Emergency Overview: Caution - substance not yet fully tested. To our knowledge, the hazards of this material have not been thoroughly investigated. We recommend handling all chemicals with caution. Potential Health Effects Inhalation:Not determined Ingestion:Not determined Skin:Not determined Eyes:Not determined Chronic Exposures:Not determined Target Organs:Not determined First Aid Measures Potentially harmful. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Wash thoroughly after handling. If eye or skin contact occurs, wash affected area with water for 15 minutes and seek medical advice. If inhaled, move individual to fresh air and seek medical advice. If swallowed, seek medical advice. Fire Fighting Measures Use dry chemical powder or appropriate foam extinguisher. Accidental Release Measures Use appropriate protective equipment and methods to clean up spilled substances promptly. Absorb spill onto an appropriate material. Collect and dispose of all waste in accordance with applicable laws. Handling and Storage Desiccation recommended. Protect material from long-term exposure to light; may be exposed to light for short periods of time. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection Wear appropriate gloves, protective clothing and eyewear and follow safe laboratory practices. ACGIH/OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit Data: Not determined Physical and Chemical Properties Form:Solid Odor:Not determined Solubility in Water:High Specific Gravity:Not determined pH:Not determined Boiling Point:Not determined Melting Point:Not determined Flash Point:Not determined Vapor Pressure:Not determined Stability and Reactivity Thermal Decomposition: No decomposition if used according to specifications. Dangerous Reactions: No dangerous reactions identified. Dangerous Products of Decomposition: No dangerous decomposition products identified. Toxicological Information RTECS Number:None known Toxicity:We are not aware of any toxicity data for this product. Health Hazards:We are not aware of any reported health hazards for this product. We recommend treating all chemicals with caution. Potential Hazards:To our knowledge, the health hazards have not been thoroughly investigated. Carcinogenicity:Not listed by NTP, IARC or OSHA. Ecological Information Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course, or sewage system. Disposal Considerations Consult local, state or national regulations for proper disposal. Transport Information Hazard Class:Not determined Identification Number:Not determined Packing Group:Not classified Proper Shipping Name (Technical Name): Not determined Regulations US Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA): Not listed US Other: Not applicable EEC EINECS Number: Not identified EEC Risk Statements: Not determined Other Country Regulations: None identified Other Information This material is sold for research purposes only and is not required to appear on the TSCA inventory. It is not intended for food, drug, household, agricultural or cosmetic use. 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