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Methylene Blue

CAS 61-73-4

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Methylene Blue
Product Code
457250

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
61-73-4 Check regulations →
REACH No.
A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its use are exempted from registration according to Article 2 REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, the annual tonnage does not require a registration or the registration is envisaged for a later registration deadline.

Identified Uses

Reagent for development and research

Manufacturers & Suppliers

E

EMD Millipore Corporation

manufacturer

290 Concord Road, Billerica, MA 01821, United States of America

+1-978-715-4321

M

Millipore S.A.S. (Merck Millipore European Headquarters)

manufacturer

39 Route Industrielle de la Hardt, Molsheim 67120, France

+39 (0) 33 90 46 90 00

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

800-424-9300

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

CHEMTREC

+1-703-527-3887

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Methylene blue EC: 200-515-2 61-73-4 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

fresh air.

Skin contact

wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.

Eye contact

rinse out with plenty of water.

Ingestion

immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).

Immediate Medical Attention

Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Combustible. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

Instructions

Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.

Firefighter Protection

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up dry. Clean up affected area.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Observe label precautions.

Storage

Tightly closed. Dry.

Hygiene

Change contaminated clothing. Preventive skin protection recommended. Wash hands after working with substance.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Technical measures and appropriate working operations should be given priority over the use of personal protective equipment. See section 7.1.

Hands

full contact: Glove material: Nitrile rubber, Glove thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: > 480 min; splash contact: Glove material: Nitrile rubber, Glove thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: > 480 min. The protective gloves to be used must comply with the specifications of EC Directive 89/686/EEC and the related standard EN374, for example KCL 741 Dermatril® L (full contact), KCL 741 Dermatril® L (splash contact). This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN374 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

required when dusts are generated. Recommended Filter type: Filter P 2 (acc. to DIN 3181) for solid and liquid particles of harmful substances. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

protective clothing

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Crystalline powder
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
dark green
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Crystalline powder
Odor
No strong odour known.
Odor Threshold
No information available.
Ph
No information available.
Melting Point
(decomposition)
Boiling Point
No information available.
Flash Point
No information available.
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No information available.
Vapor Pressure
No information available.
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
No information available.
Bulk Density
---
Density
No information available.
Flammability
No information available.
Upper Explosive Limit
No information available.
Lower Explosive Limit
No information available.
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No information available.
Decomposition Temperature
190,06 °C
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
No information available.
Solubility In Water
soluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No information available.
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

The following applies in general to flammable organic substances and mixtures: in correspondingly fine distribution, when whirled up a dust explosion potential may generally be assumed.

Hazardous reactions

Violent reactions possible with: Strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

no information available

Incompatible

no information available

Decomposition

in the event of fire: See section 5.

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 Methylene Blue?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Methylene Blue?

Methylene Blue is a crystalline powder with dark green color. It has no strong odour known. odor.

What is Methylene Blue used for?

Reagent for development and research

What are the hazard statements for Methylene Blue?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.

What is the melting point of Methylene Blue?

The melting point is (decomposition) and the boiling point is No information available..