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SCHIFFS REAGENT

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
SCHIFFS REAGENT
Product Code
AS33084

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, manufacture and cleaning

Manufacturers & Suppliers

A

AcquaScience Ltd.

national supplier

Unit 1 Birch House Brambleside, Bellbrook Ind Estate, Uckfield, E.Sussex, TN22 1QQ

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+44(0)1825 765495

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Met. Corr. Cat. 1 H290
Skin Corr. Cat. 1A H314
Carc. Cat. 1B H350

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H290 May be corrosive to metals.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H350 May cause cancer.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Hydrochloric acid EC: 231-595-7 7647-01-0 0.1 - 2% Yes
Sodium metabisulphite EC: 231-673-0 7681-57-4 0.1 - 1% Yes
Basic Fuchsin EC: 209-321-2 569-61-9 0.1 - 1% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

Skin contact

Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

Immediate Medical Attention

Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

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

Specific hazards

Carbon oxides, Hydrogen chloride gas, Sodium oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx), Sulphur oxides, Sulphur oxides, Hydrogen chloride gas, Sodium oxides

Instructions

Use water spray to cool unopened containers.

Firefighter Protection

Use suitable breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Remove personnel from area. Ensure adequate ventilation.

Environmental

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Cleanup methods

absorb using an inert absorbent material

Materials: inert absorbent material

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour and mist.

Storage

In a sealed container in a cool, dry and well ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Keep sealed container upright to prevent leakage.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Provide adequate ventilation.

Hands

hand protection

Eyes

eye protection

Respiratory

if necessary respiratory protection

Skin/Body

Wear lab coat or apron, skin protection

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Partition Coefficient
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Flash Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Vapor Pressure
---
Colour Intensity
---
Ph
< 2.0
Flammability
---
Odor
Pungent.
Vapor Density
---
Solidification Point
---
Solubility In Water
---
Explosive Limits
---
Melting Point
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Voc Content
---
Molecular Weight
---
Bulk Density
---
Physical State
Liquid.
Properties Status
---
Cloud Point
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Softening Point
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Colour
Colourless/Clear Yellowish
Form
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Odor Threshold
---
Relative Density
---
Appearance
Colourless/Clear Yellowish removed by activated Charcoal.
Boiling Point
---
Density
---
Freezing Point
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Solubility
---
Crystallisation Point
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No data available.

Hazardous reactions

No data available.

Avoid

No data available.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents

Decomposition

No data available.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
1789
Shipping Name
Hydrochloric Acid
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

No data available

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
?

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for SCHIFFS REAGENT?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of SCHIFFS REAGENT?

SCHIFFS REAGENT is a liquid. appearing as colourless/clear yellowish removed by activated charcoal. with colourless/clear yellowish color. It has pungent. odor.

What is SCHIFFS REAGENT used for?

Laboratory chemicals, manufacture and cleaning

What are the hazard statements for SCHIFFS REAGENT?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H290: May be corrosive to metals.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H350: May cause cancer.