Eosin Y

Safety Data Sheet

according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
Date of issue: 03/26/2014 Revision date: 05/30/2017 Supersedes: 03/26/2014 Version: 1.1

SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Identification
Product form : Substance
Substance name : Eosin Y
Chemical name : 2',4',5',7'-Tetrabromofluorescein
CAS-No. : 17372-87-1
Product code : LC14025
Formula : C20H6Br4Na2O5
Synonyms : Acid Red 87 / CI 45380
1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use
Use of the substance/mixture : Dyestuff
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
info@labchem.com - 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
Serious eye damage/eye H319 Causes serious eye irritation
irritation Category 2A
Full text of H statements : see section 16

2.2. GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

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

GHS07
Signal word (GHS-US) : Warning
Hazard statements (GHS-US) : H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements (GHS-US) : P264 - Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P280 - Wear protective gloves, eye protection
P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P337+P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
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
Substance type : Mono-constituent

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Name Product identifier % GHS-US classification

Eosin Y (CAS-No.) 17372-87-1 100 Eye Irrit. 2A, H319
(Main constituent)

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

3.2. Mixtures
Not applicable
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 you feel unwell, seek medical
advice (show the label where possible).
First-aid measures after inhalation : Allow victim to breathe fresh air. Allow the victim to rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Remove affected clothing and wash all exposed skin area with mild soap and water, followed
by warm water rinse.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to
do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
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 after eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation.
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
No additional information available
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
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Protective equipment : Safety glasses. Gloves. Dust mask.
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.

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 : On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers. Minimize generation of dust. 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
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.
Hygiene measures : Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling.
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7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions : Keep container closed when not in use.
Incompatible products : Strong oxidizers.
Incompatible materials : Sources of ignition. Direct sunlight.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
No additional information available

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:
Safety glasses. Gloves.

Hand protection:
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 : Solid
Color : brown
Odor : characteristic
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) : Non flammable.
Vapor pressure : No data available
Relative vapor density at 20 °C : No data available
Relative density : No data available
Solubility : No data available
Log Pow : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : No data available

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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
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Not established.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizers.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Nitrogen oxides. Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide. Hydrogen bromide.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Likely routes of exposure : Skin and eye contact; Inhalation

Acute toxicity : Not classified

Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified

Serious eye damage/irritation : Causes serious eye irritation.
Respiratory or skin sensitization : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified
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 eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
No additional information available
12.2. Persistence and degradability
Eosin Y (17372-87-1)
Persistence and degradability Not established.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Eosin Y (17372-87-1)
Bioaccumulative potential Not established.
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12.4. Mobility in soil

No additional information available

12.5. Other adverse effects

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.
Ecology - waste materials : Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 14: Transport information

Department of Transportation (DOT)
In accordance with DOT
Not regulated

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. US Federal regulations
Eosin Y (17372-87-1)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
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
Eosin Y (17372-87-1)
Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)

EU-Regulations
No additional information available

National regulations
Eosin Y (17372-87-1)
Not listed on the Canadian IDL (Ingredient Disclosure List)

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 : 05/30/2017
Other information : None.
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16:
--- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
---
NFPA health hazard : 2 - Materials that, under emergency conditions, can cause
temporary incapacitation or residual injury.
NFPA fire hazard : 0 - Materials that will not burn under typical dire conditions,
including intrinsically noncombustible materials such as
concrete, stone, and sand.
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 : 0 Minimal Hazard - Materials that will not burn
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 : E
E - Safety glasses, Gloves, Dust respirator

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