ETHIDIUM BROMIDE | ICSC: 1676 (October 2006) |
Phenanthridinium, 3,8-diamino-5-ethyl-6-phenyl-, bromide 2,7-Diamino-10-ethyl-9-phenylphenanthridinium bromide Homidium bromide |
CAS #: 1239-45-8 |
UN #: 2811 |
EC Number: 214-984-6 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames. NO contact with strong oxidizing agents. | Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. |
AVOID ALL CONTACT! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. | Use local exhaust. Use breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Protective gloves. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. | |
Eyes | Redness. | Wear safety goggles. | Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). |
Ingestion | Sore throat. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. Then wash away with plenty of water. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Harmful if swallowedSuspected of causing genetic defects Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
ETHIDIUM BROMIDE | ICSC: 1676 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C21H20N3.Br |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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MAK: carcinogen category: 3; germ cell mutagen group: 3B |
ENVIRONMENT |
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Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated adequately. |
NOTES |
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Health effects of exposure to the substance have not been investigated adequately. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations