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Nuclear Fast Red Counterstain

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Nuclear Fast Red Counterstain

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Refer to product literature for further details.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

R

Roche Diagnostics Limited

manufacturer

Charles Avenue, Burgess Hill, RH15 9RY West Sussex, United Kingdom

+44 1444 256000

Emergency Contacts

Product Safety / Vigilance (Roche Diagnostics Ltd.)

+44 (0)808 100 1920

Roche Diagnostics Ltd.

1800 409 564

NPIS (Toxicology 24Hr help-line)

+44 344 892 0111

24Hr

NHS Direct in Wales

111

24Hr

NHS Direct in Wales

+44 845 4647

24Hr

NHS 111 in England

111

NHS 24 in Scotland

111

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Met. Corr. Cat. 1 H290
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

Hazard Statements

H290 May be corrosive to metals.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

P234 Keep only in original packaging.
P280 Wear eye protection/ face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

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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
Aluminium sulfate hydrate 17927-65-0 3 - 10% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Move to fresh air. If unconscious, place in recovery position and seek medical advice. If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Skin contact

If on skin, rinse well with water.

Eye contact

In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital. Remove contact lenses. Protect unharmed eye. Keep eye wide open while rinsing. If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

Symptoms: Small amounts splashed into eyes can cause irreversible tissue damage and blindness.

Ingestion

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Keep respiratory tract clear. Do NOT induce vomiting. Do not give milk or alcoholic beverages. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If symptoms persist, call a physician. Take victim immediately to hospital.

Immediate Medical Attention

Take victim immediately to hospital.

Medical Treatment

The first aid procedure should be established in consultation with the doctor responsible for industrial medicine.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable media

High volume water jet

Specific hazards

Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses.

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8.

Environmental

Prevent product from entering drains. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Cleanup methods

Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Materials: sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Do not breathe vapours/dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. For personal protection see section 8. Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the application area.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.

Hygiene

When using do not eat or drink. When using do not smoke. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

Fire prevention

Normal measures for preventive fire protection.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Material: Latex gloves. Remarks: The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it. This recommendation is only valid for the product mentioned in the safety data sheet and provided by us and for the application specified by us. Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. Also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion, and the contact time. The suitability for a specific workplace should be discussed with the producers of the protective gloves.

Eyes

Eye wash bottle with pure water. Tightly fitting safety goggles. Wear face-shield and protective suit for abnormal processing problems.

Respiratory

No personal respiratory protective equipment normally required.

Skin/Body

Impervious clothing. Choose body protection according to the amount and concentration of the dangerous substance at the work place.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Freezing Point
---
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Vapor Density
---
Flash Point
does not flash
Boiling Point
No data available
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Molecular Weight
---
Solidification Point
---
Physical State
liquid
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Density
1,073 g/cm3 (20 °C, 1.013 hPa)
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Colour Intensity
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Bulk Density
---
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Solubility In Water
completely miscible
Voc Content
---
Cloud Point
---
Ph
3,2
Appearance
liquid
Metal Corrosion
---
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Crystallisation Point
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Colour
red
Solubility
---
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Flammability
The product is not flammable., Does not sustain combustion.
Properties Status
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Melting Point
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Relative Density
No data available
Softening Point
---
Odor Threshold
No data available
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Odor
odourless
Form
---
Decomposition Temperature
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions.
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerisation does not occur.

Avoid

Exposure to sunlight.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents, Metals, Bases, Amines, Alkali metals, Copper alloys, Copper, Aluminium

Decomposition

No decomposition if stored and applied as directed. In case of fire hazardous decomposition products may be produced such as: Carbon oxides, Sulphur oxides, Metal oxides

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Nuclear Fast Red Counterstain?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Nuclear Fast Red Counterstain?

Nuclear Fast Red Counterstain is a liquid appearing as liquid with red color. It has odourless odor.

What is Nuclear Fast Red Counterstain used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Refer to product literature for further details.

What are the hazard statements for Nuclear Fast Red Counterstain?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H290: May be corrosive to metals.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.

What is the melting point of Nuclear Fast Red Counterstain?

The melting point is No data available and the boiling point is No data available.