MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

ACRIFLAVINE NEUTRAL

Section I - IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT: Acriflavine Neutral

SYNONYMS: Euflavine, Trypaflavine Neutral, Neutroflavine, mixture of 3,6-diamino-10-methylacridinium chloride and 3,6-diaminoacridine

CHEMICAL ABSTRACT NO.: 8048-52-0

PRODUCT CODE NO.: 10075

Section II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

COMPOSITION

%

TLV

HAZARD

Acriflavine neutral

100%

n. av.

Irritant

Section III - HEALTH & FIRST AID INFORMATION

INHALATION: Assumed harmful. Irritant. Remove patient from exposure. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.

INGESTION: Assumed harmful. Irritant. Wash out mouth with water. Seek medical attention immediately

EYE CONTACT: Irritates and stains. Rinse eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.

SKIN CONTACT: Stains, may irritate. Hypersensitivity may occur. Wash with plenty of soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.

OTHER HEALTH INFORMATION:     

LD_LO = 1500 mg/kg (ivn, human)

LD SC = 250 mg/kg (mice)

To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties of acriflavine neutral have not been thoroughly investigated.

Section IV - PHYSICAL DATA

MELTING POINT: n.av.

SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Soluble at 330 grams/litre.

APPEARANCE AND ODOUR: Deep reddish brown or orange granualr crystalline powder

Section V - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES & PRECAUTIONS: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent skin and eye contact. Use water, foam or carbon dioxide as extinquishing media.

UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Emits toxic fumes of CO, CO₂, NO_x, and HCl.

Section VI - REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Stable

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur

CONDITIONS & MATERIALS TO AVOID: none

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Toxic fumes of CO, CO₂, NO_x, SO_x and HCl.

Section VII - EMPLOYEE PROTECTION

CONTROL MEASURES: Use in a well ventilated area.

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Wear dust mask or self-contained breathing apparatus.

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Wear resistant gloves.

EYE PROTECTION: Use chemical safety goggles.

Section VIII - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

SPILL OR LEAK PRECAUTIONS: Wear respirator and gloves. Sweep or scoop spill into a salvage container and hold for disposal. Wash spill area with plenty of soap and water to remove residue.

WASTE DISPOSAL: Consult a professional disposal service.

Section IX - REGULATORY CONTROLS

DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION: Not regulated under the Transport of Dangerous Goods Act.

DOT CLASSIFICATION: n. ap.

DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: n. ap.

OTHER DOT INFORMATION: n. ap.

WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: D2B

OTHER REGULATORY REQUIREMENT: n. av.

Section X - PRECAUTIONS: HANDLING, STORAGE & USAGE

Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight and high humidity.

PREPARED BY: MSDS Dept.                                         DATE: Update January 10, 2008