SAFETY DATA SHEET
DAPI, Fluorescent Dye (Powder)
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
DAPI, fluorescent dye (powder)
Other Names:
2-(4-Amidinophenyl)-6-indolecarbamidine dihydrochloride . 4?,6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole dihydrochloride. DAPI, dihydrochloride.
Product Number(s):
C043
CAS Number:
28718-90-3
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use.
DNA binding solution.
DNA binding solution.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
No information available.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Warning
Hazard Statement(s)
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS - none
Precautionary Statement(s)
Not available.
Primary route(s) of entry
Eyes, skin, inhalation, and ingestion.
Human Health
Inhalation:
Not available.
Ingestion:
Not available.
Eyes:
Not available.
Skin:
Not available.
Environment
Not available.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
4',6-Diamidino-2-phenylindole
dihydrochloride *
28718-90-3
-
*No ingredients are hazardous according to OSHA criteria. No components need to be
disclosed according to the applicable regulations.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
Inhalation
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Skin Contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
Eye Contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
Other Information
Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
HAZCHEM
Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas.
Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Precautions to be taken in Handling and Storage: Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
Conditions for safe storage
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Engineering controls
Ventilation required: Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Additional clothing and/or equipment: ND
Skin protection
Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances, and to the specific work-place. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Body protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hand
Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, use type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Yellow powder
Odour
Not available.
pH
pH: 4.0 - 5.0 at 10 g/l at 20 °C (68 °F)
Vapour Pressure
Not available.
Density
Not available.
Boiling Point
Not available.
Melting Point
Not available.
Solubility
Not available.
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available.
Flash Point
Not available.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not available.
Ignition Temperature
Not available.
Formula
C16H15N5 · 2HCl
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No further relevant information available.
Conditions to avoid
Strong oxidising agents.
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
No further relevant information available.
Eye contact
No further relevant information available.
Skin contact
No further relevant information available.
Ingestion
No further relevant information available.
Inhalation
No further relevant information available.
Toxicity and irritation
This product does not contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
Not available.
UN Number
None
Proper shipping name
Not regulated.
Transport hazard class
Void
Packing group
None.
Environmental hazard
No
Special precautions for users
No information available.
Additional information
No information available.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
None allocated.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
6 October 2021
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.