Luminol
30356

        **** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****

MSDS Name: Luminol
Catalog Numbers:
    S76793
Synonyms:
    Luminol; 5-Amino-2,3-Dihydro-1,4-Phthalazinedione.
Company Identification:  Fisher Scientific
                         1 Reagent Lane
                         Fairlawn, NJ  07410
For information, call:  201-796-7100
Emergency Number:       201-796-7100
For CHEMTREC assistance, call: 800-424-9300
For International CHEMTREC assistance, call: 703-527-3887

         **** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
|      CAS#      |              Chemical Name           |    %     |  EINECS#  |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|      521-31-3  |1,4-phthalazinedione, 5-amino-2,3-dihy|   100%   | 208-309-4 |
|                |dro-                                  |          |           |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+

                 **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

                              EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance:  yellow to green.
Caution! The toxicological properties of this material have not been
fully investigated. May cause eye and skin irritation. May cause
respiratory and digestive tract irritation.
Target Organs: No data found.

Potential Health Effects
    Eye:
         May cause eye irritation.
    Skin:
         May cause skin irritation.
    Ingestion:
         May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
         diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not
         been fully investigated.
    Inhalation:
         May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties
         of this substance have not been fully investigated.
    Chronic:
         No information found.

                   **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

    Eyes:
         Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
         occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
    Skin:
         Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at
         least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash
         clothing before reuse.
    Ingestion:
         Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
         cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
         unconscious person. Get medical aid.
    Inhalation:
         Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing,
         give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
         Get medical aid.
    Notes to Physician:
         Treat symptomatically and

                 **** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

    General Information:
         As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
         pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
         protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
         may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
    Extinguishing Media:
         In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or
         alcohol-resistant foam.

               **** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

    General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
                         in Section 8.
    Spills/Leaks:
         Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
         Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for
         disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.

                  **** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

    Handling:
         Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Remove
         contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate
         ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid
         contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and
         inhalation.
    Storage:
         Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry,
         well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

         **** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

    Engineering Controls:
         Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
         with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or
         local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
         permissible exposure limits.

                                Exposure Limits
+--------------------+-------------------+-------------------+-----------------+
|   Chemical Name    |        ACGIH      |       NIOSH       |OSHA - Final PELs|
|--------------------|-------------------|-------------------|-----------------|
| 1,4-phthalazinedion|none listed        |none listed        |none listed      |
| e, 5-amino-2,3-dihy|                   |                   |                 |
| dro-               |                   |                   |                 |
+--------------------+-------------------+-------------------+-----------------+

    OSHA Vacated PELs:
          1,4-phthalazinedione, 5-amino-2,3-dihydro-:
             No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.

    Personal Protective Equipment

                Eyes:
                      Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
                      safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
                      protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
                      Standard EN166.
                Skin:
                      Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
                      exposure.
            Clothing:
                      Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
                      exposure.
         Respirators:
                      Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR
                       1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a
                       NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator
                      when necessary.

            **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State:             Solid
Appearance:                 yellow to green
Odor:                       None reported.
pH:                         Not available.
Vapor Pressure:             Not available.
Vapor Density:              Not available.
Evaporation Rate:           Not available.
Viscosity:                  Not available.
Boiling Point:              Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:     325 deg C
Autoignition Temperature:   Not applicable.
Flash Point:                Not applicable.
NFPA Rating:                (est.) Health: 1; Flammability: 0; Reactivity: 0
Explosion Limits, Lower:    Not available.
                 Upper:    Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:  Not available.
Solubility:                 Soluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density:   Not available.
Molecular Formula:          C8H7N3O2
Molecular Weight:           177.0679

                **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

    Chemical Stability:
         Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
    Conditions to Avoid:
         Incompatible materials, dust generation, excess heat.
    Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
         Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases and strong
         reducing agents.
    Hazardous Decomposition Products:
         Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and
         gases, carbon dioxide.
    Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

               **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

    RTECS#:
         CAS# 521-31-3: TH8890060
    LD50/LC50:
         Not available.
    Carcinogenicity:
       1,4-phthalazinedione, 5-amino-2,3-dihydro- -
          Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
    Epidemiology:
         No information found.
    Teratogenicity:
         No information found.
    Reproductive Effects:
         No information found.
    Neurotoxicity:
         No information found.
    Mutagenicity:
         No information found.
    Other Studies:
         See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

                 **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****



                **** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classif
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Part
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regu
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.

                 **** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

    US DOT
         No information available
    Canadian TDG
         No information available.

                 **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

US FEDERAL
    TSCA
         CAS# 521-31-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
       Health & Safety Reporting List
         None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
       Chemical Test Rules
         None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
       Section 12b
         None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
       TSCA Significant New Use Rule
         None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
    SARA
       Section 302 (RQ)
         None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
       Section 302 (TPQ)
         None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
       SARA Codes
         CAS # 521-31-3: acute.
       Section 313
         No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
    Clean Air Act:
         This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
         This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
         This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
    Clean Water Act:
         None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous
         Substances under the CWA.
         None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority
         Pollutants under the CWA.
         None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants
         under the CWA.
    OSHA:
         None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous
         by OSHA.
STATE
     1,4-phthalazinedione, 5-amino-2,3-dihydro- is not present on state
     lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
    California No Significant Risk Level:
    None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
    European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
         Hazard Symbols: Not available.
         Risk Phrases:
         Safety Phrases:
  WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
         CAS# 521-31-3: 1
  United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

  Canada
         CAS# 521-31-3 is listed on Canada's DSL/NDSL List.
         This product has a WHMIS classification of D2A.
         CAS# 521-31-3 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
  Exposure Limits

                 **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

    MSDS Creation Date:  9/02/1997  Revision #5 Date:  8/02/2000

    The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
    information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
    merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
    such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
    should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
    information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be
    liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost
    profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
    damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of
    the possibility of such damages.
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