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Gentian Violet, 2% Methanolic, Certified, LabChem™

Catalog No. LC148307
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Quantity:
125 mL

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 548-62-9, 67-56-1
Molecular Formula C25H30ClN3
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 407.986
InChI Key ZXJXZNDDNMQXFV-UHFFFAOYSA-M
PubChem CID 11057
ChEBI CHEBI:41688
IUPAC Name [4-[bis[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]methylidene]cyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene]-dimethylazanium;chloride
SMILES CN(C)C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=C2C=CC(=[N+](C)C)C=C2)C3=CC=C(C=C3)N(C)C.[Cl-]

Specifications

CAS Max % 98, 2
Linear Formula C25H30CIN3
UN Number UN1993
Solubility Information Soluble in water
Identification Passes Test
Formula Weight 407.99
Grade Certified
Packaging Poly Bottle
Decomposition Information Hydrogen chloride; Carbon monoxide; Carbon dioxide; Nitrogen oxides
Color Purple
Quantity 125 mL
Physical Form Liquid
Chemical Name or Material Gentian Violet, 2% Methanolic
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Safety and Handling

Hazard Category Danger
Hazard Statement GHS H Statement
Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
Causes serious eye irritation.
Suspected of causing cancer.
Causes damage to organs (central nervous system, optic nerve).
Harmful to aquatic life.
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statement GHS P Statement
Obtain special instructions before use.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces.
No smoking.
Keep container tightly closed.
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting equipment.
Use only non-sparking tools.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Do not breathe mist, vapors, spray.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Wear eye protection, protective gloves.
Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling.
Avoid release to the environment.
If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
If swallowed: Rinse mouth.
Immediately call a poison center/doctor.
If on skin (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with water/shower.
Call a poison center/doctor.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
Cal a poison center/doctor.
If in eyes: 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.
In case of fire: Use alcohol resistant foam, extinguishing powder to extinguish.
Store locked up in a cool well-ventilated place.
Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
Recommended Storage Room Temperature
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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