Safety Data Sheets / Orcein Stain
Safety Data Sheet
Orcein Stain
1. Identification
Product Identifiers
- Product Name
- Orcein Stain
- Other Names
- Natural Red 28
- Product Number(s)
- C133, C1331, C1332, C1335
- CAS Number
- 1400-62-0 2-0
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
Not a hazardous substance or mixture.
Label Elements
- Signal Words
- Danger
- Hazard Statement(s)
- No further relevant information available.
- Precautionary Statement(s)
- No further relevant information available.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available.
Human Health
- Inhalation
- No further relevant information available.
- Ingestion
- No further relevant information available.
- Eyes
- No further relevant information available.
- Skin
- No further relevant information available.
Environment
Not available.
3. Composition / Information on Ingredients
| Name | CAS No. | Content (w/w) | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orcein | 1400-62-0 | 90-100% | - |
4. First Aid Measures
- Ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Rinse with water. Consult physician.
- Inhalation
- Move to fresh air. Consult a physician.
- Skin Contact
- Rinse with plenty of soap & water and seek medical advice.
- Eye Contact
- In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
- Other Information
- Treat symptomatically and supportively.
5. Firefighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing equipment
- Fire
- Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam.
- HAZCHEM
- Carbon & nitrogen oxides.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
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 personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
- Environmental precautions
- 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.
- Methods and materials for containment and clean up
- Not available.
7. Handling and Storage
- Precautions for safe handling
- Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing dust, vapour, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
- Conditions for safe storage
- Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure Standards
- Engineering controls
- Facilities storing or utilising this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and 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. 0.11mm thick nitrile.
- Body protection
- Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
- Respiratory protection
- Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
General information
- Appearance
- Purple - dark brown-black powder.
- Odour
- Not available.
- pH
- Not available.
- Vapour Pressure
- Not available.
- Density
- Not available.
- Boiling Point
- Not available.
- Melting Point
- Not available.
- Solubility
- Not available.
- Specific Gravity of Density
- Not available
- Flash Point
- Not applicable.
- Flammable (Explosive) Limits
- Not available.
- Ignition Temperature
- Not applicable.
- Formula
- C28H24N2O7
10. Stability and Reactivity
- Reactivity
- No further relevant information available.
- Chemical stability
- Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No further relevant information available.
- Conditions to avoid
- Incompatible materials, oxidisers.
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidising 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 classification 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
- Carbon & nitrogen oxides.
- UN Number
- None
- Proper shipping name
- Not regulated.
- Transport hazard class
- 0
- Packing group
- None.
- Environmental hazard
- No information available.
- Special precautions for users
- No information available.
- Additional information
- No information available.
15. Regulatory Information
- Poisons Schedule Number
- Not listed.
- Other Information
- Acute Health Hazard.
16. Other Information
- SDS preparation date
- 25 February 2026
- 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.