Version 3.0
Date revised: 4/26/2019

SAFETY DATA SHEETNational Diagnostics

Conforms to regulation (EC) no. EU 453/2010

SECTION 1 - IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

1.1 Product Identifier

Product Name: Alcian Blue Product Number: HS-504

1.2 Relevant Identified Uses of the Substance/Mixture and Uses Advised Against

Investigational research by professional users

1.3 Details of the Supplier of the Safety Data Sheet

Manufacturer
National Diagnostics
305 Patton Drive
Atlanta, GA 30036
(404) 699-2121
(800) 526-3867
info@nationaldiagnostics.com

1.4 Emergency Telephone Number

ChemTel Inc.
Contract number MIS8894340
1-800 255-3924 (United States, Canada, Puerto Rico & US Virgin Islands)
01-800-099-0731 (Mexico)
400-120-0751 (China)
000-800-100-4086 (India)
1-300-954-583 (Australia)
0-800-591-6042 (Brazil)
+1-813-255-3924 (All other regions)

SECTION 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1 Classification of the Substance or Mixture

Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.

2.2 Label Elements

This product has no labeling elements associated with EC directives or respective national laws.

2.3 Other Hazards

None found.

SECTION 3 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1 Substance

Chemical Names/Description

Ingrain blue

Chemical Formula

C56H68N16S4CuCl4

Component List

Component % Comp. CAS # EC #
Alcian Blue>99 75881-23-1  251-705-7 


SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of First Aid Measures

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.

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.

Skin

Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.

Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least fifteen minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Both Acute and Delayed

Inhalation

Coughing and shortness of breath.

Ingestion

Effects not determined.

Skin

Redness and pain.

Eyes

Redness and pain.

4.3 Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed

Unknown/not applicable

SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Extinguishing media

Water spray, dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam, or carbon dioxide.

5.2 Special Hazards Arising from the Substance/Mixture

Hazardous Combustion Products

Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, oxides of sulfur, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Burning may produce bromines, sulfur oxides, carbon dioxide, and carbon monoxide.

Hazardous Polymerization

Will not occur under normal conditions of use (See Sections 10.4 & 10.5).

5.3 Advice for Firefighters

In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.

5.4 Further Information

No data available.

SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1 Personal Precautions

Wear appropriate protective equipment as specified in Section 8.

6.2 Environmental Precautions

Prevent discharge into the environment. Dike spills and stop leakage where practical. Do not allow material to enter drains.

6.3 Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up

Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area. Clean up in a manner that does not disperse dust. Use non-sparking tools and equipment. Reduce airborne dust by moistening with water. Pick up for recovery or disposal and place in a closed container.

6.4 References to Other Sections

For disposal information see Section 13. For protective clothing and equipment see Section 8.

SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for Safe Handling

Avoid contact and inhalation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.

7.2 Conditions for Safe Storage (including any incompatibles)

Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cooled, dry, ventilated area away from sources of heat or ignition. Protect from physical damage. Isolate from incompatible materials (section 10).

Incompatibles

Strong oxidizers.

7.3 Specific End Uses

Investigational research by professional users

SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

8.1 Control Parameters

ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV):

none established

OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL):

None established

8.2 Exposure Controls

Engineering Controls

A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures below the Airborne Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source.

Respiratory Protection

For conditions of use where exposure to the dust or mist is apparent, a full-face dust/mist respirator may be worn. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-face positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator.

Eye Protection

Use chemical safety goggles and/or a full face shield where splashing is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.

Skin Protection

Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.


SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 Information on Basic Physical & Chemical Properties

a. AppearanceBlue powderb. OdorNone
c. Odor ThresholdN.A.d. pHNo Data
e. Melting/Freezing Point (oC)N.A.f. Boiling point (oC)N.A.
g. Flash Point (oC)N.A.h. Evaporation RateNo Data
i. FlammabilityN.A.j. Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive LimitsN.A.
k. Vapor PressureNo Datal. Vapor Density (Air = 1)No Data
m. Relative DensityNo Datan. Water Solubilitymoderate
o. Partition Coefficient n-octanol/waterNo datap. Autoignition Temperature (oC)N.A.
q. Decomposition Temperature (oC)No datar. ViscosityNo data available.
s. Explosive PropertiesN.A.t. Oxidizing Propertiesnot an oxidizer

SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Reactivity

Non reactive under normal conditions of use.

10.2 Chemical Stability

Stable under recommended conditions of use and storage.

10.3 Possibility of Hazardous Reactions

Will not occur under normal conditions of use (See Sections 10.4 & 10.5).

10.4 Conditions to Avoid

Heat, flames, ignition sources, and incompatibles.

10.5 Incompatible Materials

Strong oxidizers.

10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Products

Burning may produce bromines, sulfur oxides, carbon dioxide, and carbon monoxide.

SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Product LD50 Values

Oral Rat LD50 (mg/kg)

Not available

Dermal Rabbit LD50 (mg/kg)

Not available

Component Cancer List Status

 NTP Carcinogen 
 KnownAnticipatedIARC Category
Alcian BlueNoNoNone

Potential Health Effects

Inhalation

May cause irritation to the respiratory tract.

Ingestion

Large oral doses may cause irritation to the gastrointestinal tract.

Skin

May cause irritation to the skin.

Eyes

May cause irritation to the eyes.

Carcinogenicity

Not listed as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP or IARC.

Mutagenicity

No information found. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Reproductive Toxicity

No information found. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Teratogenic Effects

No information found. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Routes of Entry

No information found.

Target Organ Statement

No information found. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFOMATION

12.1 Toxicity

 VertebratesInvertebratesAlgaeMicroorganisms
Aquatic Toxicity
(ppm unless otherwise noted)
No dataNo dataNo dataNo data

 BirdsArthropodsPlantsMicroorganisms
Terrestrial Environment Toxicity
(ppm unless otherwise noted)
No dataNo dataNo dataNo data

12.2 Persistence and Degradability

No data

12.3 Bioaccumulative Potential

No data

12.4 Mobility in Soil

No data

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB Assessment

No data

12.6 Other Adverse Effects

None


SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste Treatment Methods

Offer surplus or non-recyclable product to licensed disposal company. Disposal is subject to user compliance with applicable law and product characteristics at time of disposal. Dispose of packaging as product.


SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION

  ADR/RID IATA IMO DOT
14.1 UN Number N.A.N.A.N.A.N.A.
14.2 Shipping NameNot RegulatedNot RegulatedNot RegulatedNot Regulated
14.3 Hazard ClassN.A.N.A.N.A.N.A.
14.4 Packing GroupN.A.N.A.N.A.N.A.
14.5 Environmental HazardsN.A.N.A.Not regulatedN.A.
14.6 Special PrecautionsN.A.N.A.N.A.N.A.

SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1 Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations/Legislation Specific for the Substance/Mixture

United States

TSCA Regulatory Statement

All intentional ingredients are listed on the TSCA Inventory.

SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories
ComponentFirePressureReactivityAcuteChronic
Alcian BlueNoNoNoYesNo

Europe

EEC Regulatory

All intentional ingredients are listed on the European EINECS Inventory.

SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION

Revisional Updates

4/26/2019 - Updated Section 1.4
5/29/2015 - Updated Sections 2.1 and 3.1
9/24/2013 - Released Version 1.0

NFPA Codes

Health 1   Flammability 0  Reactivity 0

MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMER: The information given herein is offered in good faith as accurate, but without guarantee. Conditions of the use and suitability of the product for particular uses are beyond our control. All risks of use of the product are therefore assumed by the user. Nothing is intended as a recommendation for uses which infringe valid patents or as extending license under valid patents. Appropriate warnings and safe handling procedures should be provided to handlers and users.