In case of fire: Use water spray, dry powder, alcohol resistant foam, or carbon dioxide to extinguish. Storage: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Disposal: Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations. Hazards Not Otherwise This product may be toxic to humans. Primates are especially susceptible to the toxic Classified: effects of methanol, which are not reflected through toxicity data (see Section 11). May cause adverse reproductive effects based on human and animal data. Toxicity Statement: Not applicable. 3. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Component Common Name / Synonyms CAS# Chemical Formula % by Weight Water Water 7732-18-5 H2O 80.7 Ethanol Ethyl Alcohol 64-17-5 C2H5OH 17.0 Methanol Methyl Alcohol 67-56-1 CH3OH 0.848 Isopropanol Isopropyl Alcohol 67-63-0 C3H7OH 0.942 Methylene Blue Basic Blue 9 7220-79-3 C16H18N3SCl • 3H2O 0.397 Potassium Hydroxide Caustic Potash 1310-58-3 KOH 0.0446 Trade Secret Statement: Not applicable. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES First Aid Procedures: Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Call a physician immediately if you feel unwell or are concerned. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, keep head low so that vomit does not enter lungs. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician immediately if you feel unwell or are concerned. Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Wash clothing before reuse. Call a physician immediately if you feel unwell or are concerned. Eye Contact: Check for and remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Immediately flush eyes with gentle but large stream of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Call a physician immediately if you feel unwell or are concerned. General Advice: Ensure that medical personnel and those providing first aid are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves. Symptoms and Effects: Irritation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, visual disturbances, abdominal pain, nervous system effects, drowsiness, dizziness, blindness, metabolic acidosis, unconsciousness. May cause irritation to the eyes, skin, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal tract. May cause blindness or visual disturbances if absorbed into the blood stream. May affect the blood, brain, urinary system, liver, spleen, eyes, kidneys, cardiovascular system, and pancreas. Prolonged or repeated exposure may affect the liver, kidneys, cardiovascular system, and nervous system. May cause damage to eyesight. May cause mutagenic effects, adverse reproductive effects, and dermatitis. Product: Loeffler’s Methylene Blue Revision Date: 10/06/2016 2/8
