NILE
CHEMICALS
NILE
CHEMICALS
Tetrzolium
chloride
Section 1:
Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product
Name: Triphenyltetrazolium
chloride
CAS#:
298-96-4
Synonym:
2,3,5,-Triphenyl-2H-Tetrazolium
Chloride; Tetrazolium Red; TTC; Vitastain; Tetrzolium chloride; TPTZ
Chemical
Name: 2H-Tetrazolium,
2,3,5-triphenyl-, chloride
Chemical
Formula: C19-H15-Cl-N4
Section
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Composition:
Name
CAS # % by Weight
Triphenyltetrazolium
chloride 298-96-4 100
Toxicological
Data on Ingredients: Triphenyltetrazolium
chloride LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.
Section
3: Hazards Identification
Potential
Acute Health Effects: Hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of
inhalation.
Potential
Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC
EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS:
Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance is toxic to
mucous membranes. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce
target organs damage.
Section
4: First Aid Measures Eye Contact:
Check
for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes
with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get
medical attention.
Skin
Contact: In case of
contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin
with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be
used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get
medical attention.
Serious
Skin Contact: Wash with a
disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream.
Seek medical attention.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to
fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Serious
Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting
unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call
a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband.
Serious
Ingestion: Not available.
Section
5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability
of the Product: May be
combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition
Temperature: Not
available.
Flash
Points: Not available.
Flammable
Limits: Not available.
Products
of Combustion: These
products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2), halogenated
compounds.
Fire
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Slightly
flammable to flammable in presence of heat. Non-flammable in presence of shocks.
Explosion
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Slightly
explosive in presence of open flames and sparks. Non-explosive in presence of
shocks.
Fire
Fighting Media and Instructions: SMALL
FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not
use water jet.
Special
Remarks on Fire Hazards: As
with most organic solids, fire is possible at elevated temperatures
Special
Remarks on Explosion Hazards:
Fine
dust dispersed in air in sufficient concentrations, and in the presences of an
ignition source is a potential dust explosion hazard.
Section
6: Accidental Release Measures Small Spill:
Use
appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and
dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large
Spill: Use a shovel to put
the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the
sanitary system.
Section
7: Handling and Storage Precautions:
Keep
away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire
risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing
material. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of
insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If you feel
unwell, seek medical attention and show the label when possible. Avoid contact
with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.
Storage:
Keep container tightly
closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Section
8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering Controls:
Use
process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to
keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations
generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne
contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal
Protection: Splash
goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal
Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash
goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing
apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested
protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE
handling this
product.
Exposure
Limits: Not available.
Section
9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical
state and appearance: Solid.
Odor:
Odorless.
Taste:
Not available.
Molecular
Weight: 334.8 g/mole
Color:
White to yellowish.
pH
(1% soln/water): Not
available.
Boiling
Point: Not available.
Melting
Point: Decomposition
temperature: 245°C (473°F)
Critical
Temperature: Not
available.
Specific
Gravity: Not available.
Vapor
Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor
Density: 11.5 (Air = 1)
Volatility:
Not available.
Odor
Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil
Dist. Coeff.: Not
available.
Ionicity
(in Water): Not available.
Dispersion
Properties: See solubility
in water.
Solubility:
Soluble in cold water, hot
water.
Section
10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability:
The product is stable.
Instability
Temperature: Not
available.
Conditions
of Instability: Excess
heat, dust generation, incompatible materials, ignition sources
Incompatibility
with various substances: Reactive
with oxidizing agents.
Corrosivity:
Non-corrosive in presence
of glass.
Special
Remarks on Reactivity: Sensitive
to light.
Special
Remarks on Corrosivity: Not
available.
Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Section
11: Toxicological Information
Routes
of Entry: Inhalation.
Ingestion.
Toxicity
to Animals:
LD50:
Not available. LC50: Not available.
Chronic
Effects on Humans: Causes
damage to the following organs: mucous membranes.
Other
Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Special
Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Acute
Potential Health Effects: Skin: May cause skin irritation. Eyes: May cause eye
irritation. Inhalation: May cause irritation of the respiratory tract. Symptoms
may include coughing and shortness of breath. Ingestion: May be harmful if
swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting,
and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully
investigated.
Section
12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity:
Not available.
BOD5
and COD: Not available.
Products
of Biodegradation:
Possibly
hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term
degradation products may arise.
Toxicity
of the Products of Biodegradation: The
products of degradation are more toxic.
Special
Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not
available.
Section
13: Disposal Considerations
Waste
Disposal:
Waste
must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.
Section
14: Transport Information
DOT
Classification: Not a DOT
controlled material (United States).
Identification:
Not applicable.
Special
Provisions for Transport: Not
applicable.
Section
15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal
and State Regulations: TSCA
8(b) inventory: Triphenyltetrazolium chloride
Other
Regulations: OSHA:
Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial
Chemical Substances.
Other
Classifications: WHMIS (Canada): Not
controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
DSCL
(EEC): R22- Harmful if
swallowed. R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin. S24/25- Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face
protection.
HMIS
(U.S.A.):
Health
Hazard: 2
Fire
Hazard: 1
Reactivity:
0
Personal
Protection: E
National
Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health:
2
Flammability:
1
Reactivity:
0
Specific
hazard:
Protective
Equipment:Gloves. Lab
coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Splash goggles.
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