Safety Data Sheets / Acridine Orange, C.I. 46005
Safety Data Sheet
Acridine Orange, C.I. 46005
1. Identification
Product Identifiers
- Product Name
- Acridine Orange, C.I. 46005
- Other Names
- Basic Orange 14, 3,6-Bis(dimethylamino)acridine HCl, 3,6-Bis(dimethylaminoacridinium chloride hemi(zin Basic Orange 14, 3,6-Bis(dimethylamino)acridine HCl, 3,6-Bis(dimethylaminoacridinium chloride hem
- Product Number(s)
- C062
- CAS Number
- 10127-02-3
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au
2. Hazards Identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 2)
Label Elements
- Signal Words
- Warning
- Hazard Statement(s)
- H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- Precautionary Statement(s)
- P201: obtain special instructions before use
- P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
- P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.
- P405: Store locked up.
- P308 ±P313: If exposed or concerned: contact doctor/physician.
- P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available.
Human Health
- Inhalation
- Harmful by inhalation.
- Ingestion
- Harmful if swallowed.
- Eyes
- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
- Skin
- Harmful in contact with skin.
Environment
No further relevant information available.
3. Composition / Information on Ingredients
| Name | CAS No. | Content (w/w) | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acridine Orange | 10127-02-3- | 90-100% | - |
4. First Aid Measures
- Ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting without medical advice.
- Inhalation
- Move to fresh air. Consult a physician.
- Skin Contact
- Rinse with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
- Eye Contact
- Rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
- Other Information
- Treat symptomatically and supportively.
5. Firefighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing equipment
- Fire
- Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
- HAZCHEM
- Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
Nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides, hydrogen chloride gas, zinc/oxides. 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.
6. Accidental Release Measures
- Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
- Use proper PPE as indicated in Section 8.
- Environmental precautions
- Not available.
- Methods and materials for containment and clean up
- 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.
7. Handling and Storage
- Precautions for safe handling
- Wash thoroughly after handling. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash clothing before reuse.
- Conditions for safe storage
- Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store protected from moisture.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure Standards
- Engineering controls
- Facilities storing or utilising this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Personal protective equipment
- Eye and face protection
- 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 protection
- Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
- Gloves 0.11mm thick.
- Body protection
- Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
- Respiratory protection
- A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
General information
- Appearance
- Orange solid.
- Odour
- None reported.
- pH
- Not available.
- Vapour Pressure
- Not available.
- Density
- Not available.
- Boiling Point
- Not applicable.
- Melting Point
- Not available.
- Solubility
- Not available.
- Specific Gravity of Density
- Not available.
- Flash Point
- Not available.
- Flammable (Explosive) Limits
- Not available.
- Ignition Temperature
- Not available.
- Formula
- C17H19N3.HCl.0.5ZnCI2
10. Stability and Reactivity
- Reactivity
- No further relevant information available.
- Chemical stability
- Stable at room temperature; closed containers normal storage and handling conditions.
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No further relevant information available.
- Conditions to avoid
- Moisture.
- Incompatible materials
- Strong Oxidizing agents.
11. Toxicological Information
- Acute effects
- No further relevant information available.
- Eye contact
- No further relevant information available.
- Skin contact
- No further relevant information available.
- Ingestion
- No further relevant information available.
- Inhalation
- No further relevant information available.
- Toxicity and irritation
- No further relevant information available.
12. Ecological Information
- Ecotoxicity
- No further relevant information available.
- Persistence and degradability
- No further relevant information available.
- Bioaccumulative potential
- No further relevant information available.
- Other adverse effects
- No further relevant information available.
13. Disposal Considerations
General information
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classifications determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
14. Transport Information
ADG label required
- HAZCHEM
- Not available.
- UN Number
- None.
- Proper shipping name
- N,N',N'-Tetramethylacridine-3,6-diamine monohydrochloride with compound Zinc Dichloride.
- Transport hazard class
- 0
- Packing group
- None.
- Environmental hazard
- No information available.
- Special precautions for users
- Not dangerous goods.
- Additional information
- Not dangerous goods.
15. Regulatory Information
- Poisons Schedule Number
- None of the ingredients are listed.
- Other Information
- No further relevant information available.
16. Other Information
- SDS preparation date
- 6 October 2021
- Comments
- This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.