SAFETY DATA SHEET
Alcian Blue 8GX, certified
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Alcian Blue 8GX, certified
Other Names:
Ingrain Blue I; Alcian Blue 8GX Certified.
Product Number(s):
C063, C0631, C0635
CAS Number:
33864-99-2
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia

(07) 4773 9444
www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia

(07) 4773 9444
www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
Not a hazardous substance.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Warning
Hazard Statement(s)
Not available.
Precautionary Statement(s)
Not available.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available.
Human Health
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Eyes:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Environment
Not available.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Alcian Blue 8GX
33864-99-2
98%
-
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
If victim is conscious and alert, give water to rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. NEVER give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin Contact
If contact, flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
Eye Contact
Flush eyes with plenty of water as a precaution.
Other Information
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam.
HAZCHEM
Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH approved or equivalent, and full protective gear.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Environmental precautions
Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Conditions for safe storage
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Engineering controls
Facilities storing or utilising this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin protection
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Body protection
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respiratory protection
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Greenish black with metallic sheen solid.
Odour
Odorless
pH
Not available.
Vapour Pressure
Negligible.
Density
Not available.
Boiling Point
Not available.
Melting Point
148 deg C
Solubility
Moderately soluble.
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available.
Flash Point
Not available.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not available.
Ignition Temperature
Not available.
Formula
C56H68Cl4CuN16S4
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
Stable at room temp in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No further relevant information available.
Conditions to avoid
No further relevant information available.
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidising agents.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
No further relevant information available.
Eye contact
No further relevant information available.
Skin contact
No further relevant information available.
Ingestion
No further relevant information available.
Inhalation
No further relevant information available.
Toxicity and irritation
The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste.US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
Not available.

UN Number
None
Proper shipping name
Not regulated.
Transport hazard class
Void
Packing group
None.
Environmental hazard
No information available.
Special precautions for users
Not regulated.
Additional information
No information available.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
Not listed.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
5 October 2021
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.

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