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1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses Laboratory reagent.
Human health Contains a substance/a group of substances which may cause cancer.
Environmental The product contains a substance which may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
Pictogram
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Contains C.I. Basic Violet 3 with ≥ 0.1 % of Michler's ketone (EC no. 202-027-5)
3.2. Mixtures
Classification
Flam. Liq. 2 - H225
Eye Irrit. 2 - H319
C.I. Basic Violet 3 with ≥ 0.1 % of Michler's ketone (EC no. 0.5 - <1%
202-027-5)
CAS number: 548-62-9 EC number: 208-953-6
M factor (Acute) = 1 M factor (Chronic) = 1
Classification
Acute Tox. 4 - H302
Eye Dam. 1 - H318
Carc. 1B - H350
Aquatic Acute 1 - H400
Aquatic Chronic 1 - H410
Classification
Flam. Liq. 2 - H225
Acute Tox. 3 - H301
Acute Tox. 3 - H311
Acute Tox. 3 - H331
STOT SE 1 - H370
The full text for all hazard statements is displayed in Section 16.
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Ingestion Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Give plenty of water to drink. Move affected person to
fresh air and keep warm and at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Eye contact Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids wide apart. Continue to rinse.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Inhalation Irritation of nose, throat and airway.
Skin contact Prolonged skin contact may cause redness and irritation.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor The severity of the symptoms described will vary dependent on the concentration and the
length of exposure.
Unsuitable extinguishing Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
media
Special protective equipment Use protective equipment appropriate for surrounding materials.
for firefighters
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Methods for cleaning up Absorb in vermiculite, dry sand or earth and place into containers. Containers with collected
spillage must be properly labelled with correct contents and hazard symbol.
Advice on general Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged skin contact.
occupational hygiene
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Hand protection The most suitable glove should be chosen in consultation with the glove
supplier/manufacturer, who can provide information about the breakthrough time of the glove
material.
Hygiene measures No specific hygiene procedures recommended but good personal hygiene practices should
always be observed when working with chemical products.
Colour Violet.
pH Not determined.
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Oxidising properties The mixture itself has not been tested but none of the ingredient substances meet the criteria
for classification as oxidising.
10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity There are no known reactivity hazards associated with this product.
Skin corrosion/irritation
Animal data Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Respiratory sensitisation
Respiratory sensitisation Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Skin sensitisation
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Skin sensitisation Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Genotoxicity - in vivo Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Carcinogenicity
Carcinogenicity May cause cancer.
Reproductive toxicity
Reproductive toxicity - fertility Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Aspiration hazard
Aspiration hazard Not anticipated to present an aspiration hazard, based on chemical structure.
General information Known or suspected carcinogen for humans. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of
exposure.
Skin contact No specific symptoms known. Prolonged skin contact may cause temporary irritation.
Eye contact No specific symptoms known. May cause temporary eye irritation.
ethanol
Species Rat
Notes (oral LD₅₀) REACH dossier information. Based on available data the classification criteria are
not met.
Species Rat
Notes (inhalation LC₅₀) REACH dossier information. Based on available data the classification criteria are
not met.
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Skin corrosion/irritation
Animal data Dose: 0.2 ml, 24 hours, Rabbit Primary dermal irritation index: 0 / 8 REACH dossier
information. Not irritating.
Serious eye Dose: 0.1 mL, 21 days, Rabbit Causes eye irritation. REACH dossier information.
damage/irritation
Respiratory sensitisation
Respiratory sensitisation Rat: Not sensitising. REACH dossier information. Based on available data the
classification criteria are not met.
Skin sensitisation
Skin sensitisation Guinea pig maximization test (GPMT) - Guinea pig: Not sensitising. REACH dossier
information. Read across data. Based on available data the classification criteria
are not met.
Genotoxicity - in vitro Gene mutation: Negative. REACH dossier information. Based on available data the
classification criteria are not met.
Genotoxicity - in vivo Chromosome aberration: Negative. REACH dossier information. Based on available
data the classification criteria are not met.
Carcinogenicity
Reproductive toxicity
Reproductive toxicity - Two-generation study - NOAEL 15 %, Oral, Mouse P REACH dossier information.
fertility
Reproductive toxicity - Maternal toxicity: - NOAEL: 16000 ppm, Inhalation, Rat REACH dossier information.
development
STOT - repeated exposure LOAEL 4 mL/Kg, Oral, Rat REACH dossier information. Based on available data
the classification criteria are not met.
C.I. Basic Violet 3 with ≥ 0.1 % of Michler's ketone (EC no. 202-027-5)
Species Rat
Serious eye REACH dossier information. Eye Dam. 1 - H318 Causes serious eye damage.
damage/irritation
Genotoxicity - in vitro Bacterial reverse mutation test: Negative. REACH dossier information. Based on
available data the classification criteria are not met.
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Carcinogenicity
methanol
Notes (oral LD₅₀) International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS) (1997) Environmental Health
Criteria 196: Methanol. Geneva, World Health Organization. Toxic if swallowed.
Notes (dermal LD₅₀) Converted acute toxicity point estimate (cATpE) Toxic in contact with skin.
Notes (inhalation LC₅₀) Converted acute toxicity point estimate (cATpE) Toxic if inhaled.
Skin corrosion/irritation
Animal data Dose: 2.5cm x 2.5cm, 20 hours, Rabbit Erythema/eschar score: No erythema (0).
Oedema score: No oedema (0). REACH dossier information. Based on available
data the classification criteria are not met.
Serious eye Dose: 0.05 ml, 24 hours, Rabbit REACH dossier information. Based on available
damage/irritation data the classification criteria are not met.
Skin sensitisation
Skin sensitisation Guinea pig maximization test (GPMT) - Guinea pig: Not sensitising. REACH dossier
information. Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Genotoxicity - in vitro Bacterial reverse mutation test: Negative. REACH dossier information. Based on
available data the classification criteria are not met.
Genotoxicity - in vivo Chromosome aberration: Negative. REACH dossier information. Based on available
data the classification criteria are not met.
STOT - repeated exposure LOAEL 2340 mg/kg/day, Oral, Monkey REACH dossier information. Based on
available data the classification criteria are not met.
12.1. Toxicity
Toxicity Aquatic Chronic 3 - H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
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ethanol
Acute toxicity - fish LC₅₀, 96 hours: 14200 mg/l, Pimephales promelas (Fat-head Minnow)
REACH dossier information.
Chronic toxicity - fish early NOEC, 120 hours: 250 mg/l, Brachydanio rerio (Zebra Fish)
life stage
C.I. Basic Violet 3 with ≥ 0.1 % of Michler's ketone (EC no. 202-027-5)
M factor (Acute) 1
Acute toxicity - aquatic EC₅₀, 48 hours: 0.24 - 0.5 mg/l, Daphnia magna
invertebrates REACH dossier information.
Acute toxicity - aquatic EC₅₀, 72 hours: 0.025 - 0.8 mg/l, Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata
plants REACH dossier information.
M factor (Chronic) 1
methanol
Acute toxicity - fish LC₅₀, 96 hours: 15400 mg/l, Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill)
EC₅₀, 96 hours: 12700 mg/l, Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill)
REACH dossier information.
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ethanol
C.I. Basic Violet 3 with ≥ 0.1 % of Michler's ketone (EC no. 202-027-5)
methanol
ethanol
C.I. Basic Violet 3 with ≥ 0.1 % of Michler's ketone (EC no. 202-027-5)
methanol
ethanol
C.I. Basic Violet 3 with ≥ 0.1 % of Michler's ketone (EC no. 202-027-5)
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methanol
Mobility Mobile.
ethanol
Results of PBT and vPvB This substance is not classified as PBT or vPvB according to current EU criteria.
assessment
methanol
Results of PBT and vPvB This substance is not classified as PBT or vPvB according to current EU criteria.
assessment
Disposal methods Do not empty into drains. Label the containers containing waste and contaminated materials
and remove from the area as soon as possible. Collect and place in suitable waste disposal
containers and seal securely. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with national
regulations.
General The product is not covered by international regulations on the transport of dangerous goods
(IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID).
14.1. UN number
Not applicable.
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14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code
Transport in bulk according to Not applicable.
Annex II of MARPOL 73/78
and the IBC Code
15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
National regulations EH40/2005 Workplace exposure limits.
EU legislation Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16
December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (as
amended).
Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18
December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of
Chemicals (REACH) (as amended).
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The information in this safety data sheet was obtained from current and reliable sources. However, the data is provided
without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness or accuracy. Since the conditions for use, handling, storage
and disposal of this product are beyond Pro-Lab Diagnostics control, it is the users responsibility to perform thorough testing
of this product when used in combination with any other product. It is suggested that users familiarise themselves with this
safety data sheet before handling the product.
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