Methyl Red TS

Safety Data Sheet

according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
Date of issue: 04/10/2015 Revision date: 12/12/2017 Supersedes: 04/10/2015 Version: 1.1

SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Identification
Product form : Mixtures
Product name : Methyl Red TS
Product code : LC17150
1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use
Use of the substance/mixture : For laboratory and manufacturing use only.
Recommended use : Laboratory chemicals
Restrictions on use : Not for food, drug or household use
1.3. Supplier
LabChem Inc
Jackson's Pointe Commerce Park Building 1000, 1010 Jackson's Pointe Court
Zelienople, PA 16063 - USA
T 412-826-5230 - F 724-473-0647
[email protected] - www.labchem.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency number : CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 or 011-703-527-3887

SECTION 2: Hazard(s) identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS-US classification
Flammable liquids H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor
Category 2
Carcinogenicity Category H350 May cause cancer (oral)
1A
Reproductive toxicity H361 Suspected of damaging the unborn child (oral)
Category 2
Full text of H statements : see section 16

2.2. GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

GHS-US labeling
Hazard pictograms (GHS-US) :

GHS02 GHS08
Signal word (GHS-US) : Danger
Hazard statements (GHS-US) : H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H350 - May cause cancer (oral)
H361 - Suspected of damaging the unborn child (oral)
Precautionary statements (GHS-US) : P201 - Obtain special instructions before use
P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
P210 - Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. - No smoking
P233 - Keep container tightly closed
P240 - Ground/bond container and receiving equipment
P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting equipment
P242 - Use only non-sparking tools
P243 - Take precautionary measures against static discharge
P280 - Wear protective gloves, eye protection
P303+P361+P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated
clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
P308+P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
P370+P378 - In case of fire: Use alcohol resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2), extinguishing
powder to extinguish
P403+P235 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
P405 - Store locked up
P501 - Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations
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2.3. Other hazards which do not result in classification

Other hazards not contributing to the : None under normal conditions.
classification
2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US)
Not applicable

SECTION 3: Composition/Information on ingredients

3.1. Substances
Not applicable
3.2. Mixtures
Name Product identifier % GHS-US classification
Ethanol (CAS-No.) 64-17-5 99.9 Flam. Liq. 2, H225
Carc. 1A, H350
Repr. 2, H361
Methyl Red, Free Acid (CAS-No.) 493-52-7 0.1 Muta. 2, H341

Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16

SECTION 4: First-aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures general : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. IF exposed or concerned: Get
medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after inhalation : Allow victim to breathe fresh air. Allow the victim to rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Rinse skin with water/shower. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Obtain medical attention if pain, blinking or redness
persists.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain emergency medical attention.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects (acute and delayed)
Symptoms/effects : Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
Symptoms/effects after inhalation : Slight irritation.
Symptoms/effects after skin contact : May stain the skin.
Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Mild eye irritation.
Symptoms/effects after ingestion : Dizziness. Drunkenness. Nausea. Vomiting.
4.3. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary
Obtain medical assistance.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1. Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2. Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Fire hazard : Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
Explosion hazard : May form flammable/explosive vapor-air mixture.
5.3. Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters
Firefighting instructions : Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. Exercise caution when fighting any
chemical fire. Prevent fire-fighting water from entering environment.
Protection during firefighting : Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
General measures : Remove ignition sources. Use special care to avoid static electric charges. No naked lights. No
smoking.

6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel

Protective equipment : Safety glasses. Gloves.
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.

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6.1.2. For emergency responders

Protective equipment : Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Emergency procedures : Ventilate area.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Notify authorities if liquid enters sewers or public waters.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible. Collect
spillage. Store away from other materials.
6.4. Reference to other sections
See Heading 8. Exposure controls and personal protection.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Additional hazards when processed : Handle empty containers with care because residual vapors are flammable.
Precautions for safe handling : Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or
smoking and when leaving work. Provide good ventilation in process area to prevent formation
of vapor. No naked lights. No smoking. Use only non-sparking tools. Obtain special instructions
before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures : Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed. Ground/bond
container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…
equipment.
Storage conditions : Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place away from : Heat sources,
Ignition sources, incompatible materials. Keep in fireproof place. Keep container tightly closed.
Incompatible products : Strong oxidizers.
Incompatible materials : Sources of ignition. Direct sunlight. Heat sources.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters

Methyl Red, Free Acid (493-52-7)

Not applicable

Ethanol (64-17-5)
ACGIH ACGIH STEL (ppm) 1000 ppm (Ethanol; USA; Short time value; TLV -
Adopted Value)
OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m³) 1900 mg/m³
OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (ppm) 1000 ppm
IDLH US IDLH (ppm) 3300 ppm
NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (mg/m³) 1900 mg/m³
NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (ppm) 1000 ppm

8.2. Appropriate engineering controls

Appropriate engineering controls : Emergency eye wash fountains should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential
exposure.

8.3. Individual protection measures/Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment:
Gloves. Safety glasses.

Hand protection:

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Wear protective gloves

Eye protection:
Chemical goggles or safety glasses

Respiratory protection:
Respiratory protection not required in normal
conditions

Other information:
Do not eat, drink or smoke during use.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Liquid
Color : orange
Odor : Alcohol odour
Odor threshold : No data available
pH : No data available
Melting point : No data available
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : No data available
Flash point : No data available
Relative evaporation rate (butyl acetate=1) : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
Vapor pressure : No data available
Relative vapor density at 20 °C : No data available
Relative density : No data available
Specific gravity / density : 0.8 g/ml
Solubility : Soluble in ethanol. Soluble in isopropanol. Soluble in methanol. Soluble in water.
Log Pow : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : No data available
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosion limits : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidizing properties : No data available
9.2. Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2. Chemical stability
Highly flammable liquid and vapor. May form flammable/explosive vapor-air mixture.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Not established.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures. Open flame.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizers.

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10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

Nitrogen oxides. Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide. Sulfur compounds.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Likely routes of exposure : Inhalation; Skin and eye contact

Acute toxicity : Not classified

Ethanol (64-17-5)
LD50 oral rat 10740 mg/kg (Rat; Experimental value,Rat; Experimental value)
LD50 dermal rabbit > 16000 mg/kg (Rabbit; Literature study)
ATE US (oral) 10740 mg/kg body weight
Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified
Serious eye damage/irritation : Not classified
Respiratory or skin sensitization : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : May cause cancer (oral).

Methyl Red, Free Acid (493-52-7)

IARC group 3 - Not classifiable
Ethanol (64-17-5)
IARC group 1 - Carcinogenic to humans
Reproductive toxicity : Suspected of damaging the unborn child (oral).
Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure : Not classified

Specific target organ toxicity – repeated : Not classified

exposure

Aspiration hazard : Not classified

Potential Adverse human health effects and : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
symptoms
Symptoms/effects after inhalation : Slight irritation.
Symptoms/effects after skin contact : May stain the skin.
Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Mild eye irritation.
Symptoms/effects after ingestion : Dizziness. Drunkenness. Nausea. Vomiting.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity

Ethanol (64-17-5)
LC50 fish 1 14200 mg/l (LC50; US EPA; 96 h; Pimephales promelas; Flow-through system; Fresh water;
Experimental value)

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Methyl Red TS
Persistence and degradability Not established.

Ethanol (64-17-5)
Persistence and degradability Readily biodegradable in water. Biodegradable in the soil. Highly mobile in soil.
Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) 0.8 - 0.967 g O₂/g substance
Chemical oxygen demand (COD) 1.7 g O₂/g substance
ThOD 2.1 g O₂/g substance
BOD (% of ThOD) 0.43

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12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Methyl Red TS
Bioaccumulative potential Not established.

Ethanol (64-17-5)
BCF fish 1 1 (BCF; Other; 72 h; Cyprinus carpio; Static system; Fresh water; Read-across)
Log Pow -0.31 (Experimental value)
Bioaccumulative potential Low potential for bioaccumulation (Log Kow < 4).

12.4. Mobility in soil

Ethanol (64-17-5)
Surface tension 0.022 N/m (20 °C)
Log Koc Koc,PCKOCWIN v1.66; 1; Read-across

12.5. Other adverse effects

Effect on the global warming : No known effects from this product.

GWPmix comment : No known effects from this product.

Other information : Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Disposal methods
Waste disposal recommendations : Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations. Dispose of
contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
Additional information : Handle empty containers with care because residual vapors are flammable.
Ecology - waste materials : Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 14: Transport information

Department of Transportation (DOT)
In accordance with DOT
Transport document description : UN1170 Ethanol solutions, 3, II

UN-No.(DOT) : UN1170
Proper Shipping Name (DOT) : Ethanol solutions
Transport hazard class(es) (DOT) : 3 - Class 3 - Flammable and combustible liquid 49 CFR 173.120
Packing group (DOT) : II - Medium Danger
Hazard labels (DOT) : 3 - Flammable liquid

DOT Packaging Non Bulk (49 CFR 173.xxx) : 202

DOT Packaging Bulk (49 CFR 173.xxx) : 242
DOT Special Provisions (49 CFR 172.102) : 24 - Alcoholic beverages containing more than 70 percent alcohol by volume must be
transported as materials in Packing Group II. Alcoholic beverages containing more than 24
percent but not more than 70 percent alcohol by volume must be transported as materials in
Packing Group III.
IB2 - Authorized IBCs: Metal (31A, 31B and 31N); Rigid plastics (31H1 and 31H2); Composite
(31HZ1). Additional Requirement: Only liquids with a vapor pressure less than or equal to 110
kPa at 50 C (1.1 bar at 122 F), or 130 kPa at 55 C (1.3 bar at 131 F) are authorized.
T4 - 2.65 178.274(d)(2) Normal............. 178.275(d)(3)
TP1 - The maximum degree of filling must not exceed the degree of filling determined by the
following: Degree of filling = 97 / 1 + a (tr - tf) Where: tr is the maximum mean bulk temperature
during transport, and tf is the temperature in degrees celsius of the liquid during filling.
DOT Packaging Exceptions (49 CFR 173.xxx) : 4b;150
DOT Quantity Limitations Passenger aircraft/rail : 5 L
(49 CFR 173.27)

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DOT Quantity Limitations Cargo aircraft only (49 : 60 L

CFR 175.75)
DOT Vessel Stowage Location : A - The material may be stowed ‘‘on deck’’ or ‘‘under deck’’ on a cargo vessel and on a
passenger vessel.
Other information : No supplementary information available.

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. US Federal regulations
Methyl Red TS
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes Delayed (chronic) health hazard
Fire hazard
Immediate (acute) health hazard
All components of this product are listed, or excluded from listing, on the United States Environmental Protection Agency Toxic
Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory

15.2. International regulations

CANADA
No additional information available

EU-Regulations
No additional information available

National regulations

Ethanol (64-17-5)
Listed on IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer)
15.3. US State regulations
California Proposition 65 - This product does not contain any substances known to the state of California to cause cancer,
developmental and/or reproductive harm

SECTION 16: Other information

Revision date : 12/12/2017
Other information : None.
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16:
--- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor
---
--- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
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--- H350 May cause cancer
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--- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
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NFPA health hazard : 2 - Materials that, under emergency conditions, can cause
temporary incapacitation or residual injury.
NFPA fire hazard : 3 - Liquids and solids (including finely divided suspended
solids) that can be ignited under almost all ambient
temperature conditions.
NFPA reactivity : 0 - Material that in themselves are normally stable, even
under fire conditions.

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Hazard Rating
Health : 2 Moderate Hazard - Temporary or minor injury may occur
Flammability : 3 Serious Hazard - Materials capable of ignition under almost all normal temperature
conditions. Includes flammable liquids with flash points below 73 F and boiling points above
100 F. as well as liquids with flash points between 73 F and 100 F. (Classes IB & IC)
Physical : 0 Minimal Hazard - Materials that are normally stable, even under fire conditions, and will NOT
react with water, polymerize, decompose, condense, or self-react. Non-Explosives.
Personal protection : G
G - Safety glasses, Gloves, Vapor respirator

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