Giemsa’s Stain solution – 500ml

Description

Giemsa’s Stain Solution

Intended use: Laboratory reagent for histological and cytological staining, including blood smears, cell morphology analysis, and protozoa identification. Restricted to professional laboratory use only; not intended for household or medicinal applications.

⚠️ Hazard Identification (GHS / CLP)

Signal Word:
Danger

Hazard Pictograms:
• Flame — flammable liquid
• Skull and crossbones — acute toxicity
• Health hazard — specific target organ toxicity

Hazard Statements:

• H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour (methanol-based solvent).

• H301 + H311 + H331: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin, or if inhaled.

• H370: Causes damage to organs, including the central nervous system, following exposure.

⚠️ PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS

General

• P101: If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.

• P102: Keep out of reach of children.

• P103: Read label before use.

Prevention

• P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.

• P233: Keep container tightly closed.

• P240: Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.

• P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating equipment.

• P242: Use only non-sparking tools.

• P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

• P260: Do not breathe vapours or mist.

• P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

• P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

• P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye and face protection.

Response

• P301 + P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor.

• P303 + P361 + P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

• P304 + P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

• P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

• P307 + P311: IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor.

• P370 + P378: In case of fire: Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or CO₂ to extinguish.

Storage

• P403 + P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

• P405: Store locked up.

Disposal

• P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national regulations (hazardous chemical waste).

Handling and Storage

Handling

• Handle with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Prevent spillage and leakage

• Ground and bond containers when transferring material

Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure

Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Engineering Controls

Personal Protective Equipment

• Use local exhaust ventilation or fume hood

• Gloves: Nitrile or chemical-resistant gloves

• Eye Protection: Safety goggles or face shield

• Skin Protection: Lab coat or chemical-resistant clothing

• Respiratory Protection: Not normally required if ventilation is adequate; use approved respirator if exposure limits may be exceeded.

Accidental Release Measures

• Evacuate unnecessary personnel

• Eliminate all ignition sources

• Absorb spill with inert material (sand, vermiculite)

• Collect waste in a suitable labeled container

• Dispose according to local hazardous waste regulations

• Ventilate area thoroughly after cleanup

Fire-Fighting Measures

• Suitable extinguishing media: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO₂

• Specific hazards: Flammable vapors may form explosive mixtures with air

• Protective equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.

Stability and Reactivity

• Chemical stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions

• Conditions to avoid: Heat, sparks, open flame

• Incompatible materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids

• Hazardous decomposition products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide

Disposal Considerations

• Dispose of contents/container as hazardous chemical waste

• Do not discharge into drains or the environment

• Follow local, regional, and national disposal regulations

Transport Information (Typical)

• UN Number: UN 1230 (Methanol-based solutions)

• Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquids)

• Packing Group: II

• Proper Shipping Name: Flammable liquid, n.o.s. (contains methanol)

Regulatory Information

• Complies with GHS labeling requirements

• Components may be listed under OSHA, REACH, and TSCA inventories

• Use subject to workplace chemical safety regulations.