Malachite Green

MALACHITE GREEN
MSDS CAS : 2537-29-8
Section 1: Chemical Product Section
Product Name : Malachite Green
CAS#: 2537-29-8
C.I. No.: Not available.
Synonym : Not available.
Chemical Name: Not available.
Chemical Formula: Not available.

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Malachite Green 2537-29-8 100
Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1999/45
Classification : Xn; R22
Xi; R41
N; R50-53
Hazard Class and Category Code(s), Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP)
Health hazards : Acute toxicity, Oral ��� Category 4 ��� Warning (CLP : Acute Tox. 4) H302
Serious eye damage ��� Category 1 ��� Danger (CLP : Eye Dam. 1) H318
Environmental hazards : Hazardous to the aquatic environment ��� Acute hazard ��� Category 1 ��� Warning
(CLP: Aquatic Acute 1) H400
Hazardous to the aquatic environment ��� Chronic hazard ��� Category 1 ��� Warning
(CLP : Aquatic Chronic 1) H410
Other hazards : The substance does not fulfil the criteria to be identified as PBT substance or vPvB
substance according to Annex XIII of Regulation REACH.

Section 3: Hazards Identification
Classification of the substance or mixture Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1999/45
Classification : Xn; R22 Xi; R41 N; R50-53 Hazard Class and Category Code(s), Regulation (EC) No
1272/2008 (CLP) Health hazards : Acute toxicity, Oral ��� Category 4 ��� Warning (CLP : Acute Tox. 4)
H302 Serious eye damage ��� Category 1 ��� Danger (CLP : Eye Dam. 1) H318 Environmental hazards :
Hazardous to the aquatic environment ��� Acute hazard ��� Category 1 ��� Warning (CLP: Aquatic Acute 1)
H400 Hazardous to the aquatic environment ��� Chronic hazard ��� Category 1 ��� Warning (CLP : Aquatic
Chronic 1) H410 Other hazards : The substance does not fulfil the criteria to be identified as PBT
substance or vPvB substance according to Annex XIII of Regulation REACH.

Section 4: First Aid Measures
Description of first aid measures
Inhalation
Assure fresh air breathing. Allow the victim to rest.
Skin contact Remove affected clothing and wash all exposed skin area with mild soap and water,
followed by warm water rinse.
Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Obtain medical attention if pain, blinking or
redness persist.
Ingestion : Obtain emergency medical attention. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use : Causes serious eye irritation. Causes skin irritation. May cause respiratory
irritation.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell,
seek medical advice (show the label where possible).

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Extinguishing media
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
Surrounding fires : Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazardous combustion products : Under fire conditions, hazardous fumes will be present.
Advice for fire-fighters
Protection against fire : Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment,
including respiratory protection.
Special procedures : Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Avoid (reject)
fire-fighting water to enter environment.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For emergency responders : Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Ventilate area.
For non-emergency personnel : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions : Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Notify authorities if
product enters sewers or public waters.
Methods and materials for contain ent and cleaning up
Clean up methods : On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers. Minimize
generation of dust. Store away from other materials.
Reference to other sections
See section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions for safe handling
Handling : Wash thoroughly after handling.
Technical protective measures : Provide good ventilation in process area to prevent formation of vapour.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage : Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated
place. Keep container tightly closed.
Storage ��� away from : Strong bases. Strong acids. Sources of ignition. Direct sunlight.
Specific end uses
Specific end use(s) : None.

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Personal protection : Avoid all unnecessary exposure.

• Respiratory protection : Wear approved mask.
• Hand protection : Wear protective gloves.
• Eye protection : Chemical goggles or safety glasses.
• Others : When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Control parameters Occupational Exposure Limits : No data available.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical state at 20 ��C : Solid Colour : Green crystalline powder Odour : Odorless Odour threshold : No data available. pH value : Not applicable. Melting point [��C] : 1640 ��C Decomposition point [��C] : N/A Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data (Continued) Chemical stability : Stable under recommended storage conditions. Possibility of hazardous reactions Hazardous reactions : Not established. Conditions to avoid Conditions to avoid : Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures. Incompatible materials Materials to avoid : Strong acids. Strong bases. Hazardous decomposition products Hazardous decomposition products : Fumes. Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide. Section 11: Toxicological Information Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity

• Inhalation : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
• Dermal : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
• Ingestion : Harmful if swallowed. Corrosion : Causes serious eye damage. Irritation : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Sensitization : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Mutagenicity : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Carcinogenicity : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Toxic for reproduction : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. STOT-single exposure : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. STOT-repeated exposure : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Aspiration hazard : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Toxicity Toxicity information : Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Persistence ��� degradability Persistence ��� degradability : May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment. Bioaccumulative potential Bioaccumulative potential : Not established. Mobility in soil Mobility in soil : Not established. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment Results of PBT and vPvB assessment : The substance does not fulfil the criteria to be identified as PBT substance or vPvB substance according to Annex XIII of Regulation REACH. Other adverse effects Environmental precautions : Avoid release to the environment.

Section 12: Ecological Information
Toxicity Toxicity information : Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Persistence ���
degradability Persistence ��� degradability : May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment.
Bioaccumulative potential Bioaccumulative potential : Not established. Mobility in soil Mobility in
soil : Not established. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment Results of PBT and vPvB assessment : The
substance does not fulfil the criteria to be identified as PBT substance or vPvB substance according
to Annex XIII of Regulation REACH. Other adverse effects Environmental precautions : Avoid release
to the environment.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods
General : Avoid release to the environment. Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with
local/national regulations.

Section 14: Transport Information
Land transport (ADR-RID)
UN N�� : 2811
H.I. nr : 60
ADR ��� Class : 6.1
Labelling ��� Transport : 6.1 : Toxic substances.
ADR ��� Group : III
Sea transport (IMDG) [English only] UN N�� : 2811
IMO-IMDG ��� Class or division : 6.1 : Toxic substances.
IMO-IMDG ��� Packing group : III
Air transport (ICAO-IATA) [English only] UN N�� : 2811
IATA ��� Class or division : 6.1 : Toxic substances.
IATA ��� Packing group : III
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Safety, health and environmental : Ensure all national/local regulations are observed.
regulations/legislation specific for
the substance or mixture
REACH Restrictions ��� Annex XVII : The components of this product are not subject to restrictions.
REACH Authorisation ��� Annex XIV : The components of this product are not subject to authorization.
Chemical Safety Assessment
Chemical Safety Assessment : It has not been carried out.

Section 16 ��� Additional Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.

Disclaimer:
The information contained herein in good faith but makes no representations as to its
comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate
precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product.
Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining
its appropriateness for a particular purpose.

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