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Universal Indicator Solution Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

SDS #: 839
Revision Date: March 21, 2014
SECTION 1 — CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Universal Indicator Solution

Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219, Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261
Chemtrec Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-10461
Signal Word
WARNING
SECTION 2 — HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard class: Flammable liquids (Category 3). Flammable liquid and vapor (H226). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces. No smoking (P210).

Hazard class: Acute toxicity, oral and dermal (Category 5). May be harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin (H303+H313).

Hazard class: Serious eye damage or irritation (Category 2B). Causes eye irritation (H320).
Pictograms
SECTION 3 — COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component Name CAS Number Formula Formula Weight Concentration
Methyl red
Bromthymol blue, sodium salt
Phenolphthalein
Sodium hydroxide
Ethyl alcohol, denatured
Water

 845-10-3
34722-90-2
77-09-8
1310-73-2
64-17-5
7732-18-5		 C15H14N3O2Na
C27H27Br2O5S
NaC20H14O4
NaOH
C2H5OH
H2O		 291.28
646.38
318.31
39.997
46.07
18.00		 <0.05%>
<0.05%>
<0.05%>
<0.05%>
55%
45%
SECTION 4 — FIRST AID MEASURES
Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell (P312).
If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing (P305+P351+P338). If eye irritation persists eyes: Get medical advice or attention (P337+P313). If on skin or hair: Immediately remove all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water (P303+P361+P353). If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Give large quantities of water for dilution. Call a physician or poison control at once, product contains denatured ethyl alcohol.
SECTION 5 — FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Class IC flammable liquid.
Flash point: 24 °C
When heated, releases flammable fumes.
In case of fire: Use a tri-class dry chemical fire extinguisher (P370+P378).
NFPA Code
H-2
F-3
R-0
SECTION 6 — ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Remove all ignition sources and ventilate area. Contain the spill with sand or other inert absorbent material and deposit in a sealed bag or container. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.
SECTION 7 — HANDLING AND STORAGE
Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Organic #9. Store with dyes, indicators and stains.
Keep container tightly closed and cool (P233+P235). Use explosion-proof electrical and ventilating equipment (P241). Take precautionary measures against static discharge (P243).
SECTION 8 — EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection (P280). Wash hands thoroughly after handling (P264). Will stain skin, clothing, and surfaces.
Exposure guidelines: (as ethyl alcohol) PEL 1000 ppm (OSHA), Ceiling 1000 ppm (ACGIH)
SECTION 9 — PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
The color of this solution depends entirely on the pH of the
solution. Slight alcohol odor.
pH indicator solution.
SECTION 10 — STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Avoid contact with open flame, sparks or other sources of ignition.
Shelf life: Indefinite, if stored properly.
SECTION 11 — TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects: Eye irritation, nausea, dizziness, headache.
Chronic effects: Liver damage, reproductive, teratogenic effects, carcinogen.
Target organs: Eyes, skin, central nervous system, liver, reproductive system.
ORL-MAN TLD0: 29 mg/kg (as phenolphthalein)
IHL-RAT LC50: 20,000 ppm/10H (as ethyl alcohol)
SKN-RBT LD50: N.A.
SECTION 12 — ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Data not yet available.
SECTION 13 — DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Please review all federal, state and local regulations that may apply before proceeding.
Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #26b is one option.
SECTION 14 — TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Shipping name: Ethyl alcohol solution. Hazard class: 3, Flammable liquid. UN number: UN1170.
SECTION 15 — REGULATORY INFORMATION
Not listed.
SECTION 16 — OTHER INFORMATION
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn Scientific, Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. The data should not be confused with local, state, federal or insurance mandates, regulations, or requirements and CONSTITUTE NO WARRANTY. Any use of this data and information must be determined by the science instructor to be in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product(s) described are beyond the control of Flinn Scientific, Inc. and may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT(S).
N.A. = Not available, not all health aspects of this substance have been fully investigated.
N/A = Not applicable
Consult your copy of the Flinn Science Catalog/Reference Manual for additional information about laboratory chemicals.
Revision Date: March 21, 2014