ABSOLUTE ETHANOL: is a flammable liquid and should never be handled close to heat or naked flame. The vapour is heavier than air and can travel for a considerable distance along the ground to a source of ignition and flash back. Ethanol is regarded as one of the safest industrial solvents because although it possesses narcotic properties, vapour concentrations sufficient to produce narcosis are rarely, if ever, reached in a medical laboratory. Ethanol is rapidly oxidised in the body to carbon dioxide and water. Acute exposure does not produce permanent damage to the central nervous system.
EYES - Code 1; SKIN - Code 4; INHALED - Code 14; INGESTED - Code 18
ACETIC ACID: is a corrosive substance and will cause severe damage to exposed skin. Ingestion will cause dental erosion, bronchitis and respiratory difficulties. It is an eye and mucous membrane irritant.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 5; INHALED - Code 14; INGESTED - Code 20
ACETONE: is a highly flammable substance. The vapour is heavier than air and can travel along the ground for a considerable distance to a source of ignition and flash back. Handle beneath a spark-proofed fume hood. Acetone is a mild eye, skin and mucous membrane irritant and a central nervous system depressant. Persons with chronic respiratory or skin diseases are at an increased risk. Alcohol consumption will enhance the toxic effects of acetone.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 15; INGESTED - Code 23
ACETYLTHIOCHOLINE IODIDE: The toxicity of this compound has not been thoroughly investigated. It is an eye, skin and mucous membrane irritant. Handle with care.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 13: INHALED - Code 16: INGESTED - Code 17
ACID FUCHSIN: is a triaminotriarylmethane dye. It is a skin, eye and mucous membrane irritant. It can cause conjunctivitis and prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis. It is toxic if ingested and may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 24
ACRIDINE ORANGE: The acridine group of dyes has been known to cause hypersensitivity reactions. Acridine orange is moderately toxic, an eye and respiratory tract irritant and a combustible powder that should not be handled close to heat or naked flame.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 12: INHALED - Code 15: INGESTED - Code 20
ACRIFLAVINE: Is a mutagen and should not be handled during pregnancy. It is an eye and skin irritant which can cause sensitivity. Data on its toxic effects are not available although it is assumed to be harmful.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN Code 12: INHALED - Code 14: INGESTED - Code 20
ADENOSINE MONOPHOSPHATE: is an eye irritant and toxic if ingested. Data are not available on skin contact and inhalation. Handle with care.
EYES - Code 2; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 12; INGESTED - Code 17
ADENOSINE TRIPHOSPHATE: is an eye irritant and toxic if ingested. Data are not available on skin contact and inhalation. Handle with care.
EYES - Code 2; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 12; INGESTED - Code 17
AGAR: is regarded as being safe although the powder is an irritant.
EYES - Code 1: SKIN - Code 11: INHALED - Code 14: INGESTED - Code 18
AGAROSE: is an eye and respiratory tract irritant. It is only harmful if ingested in large quantities.
EYES - Code 1: SKIN - Code 11: INHALED - Code 14: INGESTED - Code 19
ALBUMIN: is generally considered to be safe although some individuals have allergies to albumin.
EYES - Code 1: SKIN - Code 11: INHALED - Code 14: INGESTED - Code N/A
ALCIAN BLUE: is a water soluble, copper phthalocyanin dye, an irritant and a combustible powder. The powder should never be handled close to heat or naked flame. Avoid skin contact with the powder.
EYES - Code 2; SKIN - Code 11; INHALED - Code 14; INGESTED - Code 19
ALCIAN YELLOW: is a monoazo dye. It is an eye and skin irritant and may cause dermatitis. Many of the azo dyes are carcinogenic, mutagenic and toxic (ponceau 2R, orange G and fast garnet GBC). Until more data becomes available for this dye it should be handled with extreme care.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 21
ALIZARIN CYANIN 2R: is an hydroxyanthraquinone dye and little is known about the hazards associated with its use. Handle with care.
EYES - Code 2; SKIN - Code 5; INHALED - Code 15; INGESTED - Code 20
ALIZARIN RED S: is an hydroxyanthraquinone dye and little is known about the hazards associated with its use. Handle with care.
EYES - Code 2; SKIN - Code 5; INHALED - Code 15; INGESTED - Code 20
ALUMINIUM AMMONIUM SULPHATE: combines with moisture to form sulphuric acid which causes eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. Ingestion in small amounts is not hazardous. Large amounts may produce gastrointestinal irritation, stomach burns, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhoea.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 12: INHALED - Code 14: INGESTED - Code 21
ALUMINIUM CHLORIDE: is very corrosive to all exposed areas of the body and is a respiratory tract irritant. It is exothermic and releases considerable heat with a violent reaction, when exposed to water or steam. Handle with care and avoid contact with all mucous membranes.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 21
ALUMINIUM OXIDE: as an abrasive may cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. Prolonged exposure to dust may cause a pneumoconiosis. Ingestion has not been known to cause ill effects.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 5: INHALED - Code 14: INGESTED - Code 19
ALUMINIUM POTASSIUM SULPHATE: is a skin and eye irritant and is mildly toxic when ingested. There are insufficient data on the effects of inhalation. Acute exposure to the eyes or skin may cause redness or pain. Ingestion may cause abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhoea.
EYES - Code 2; SKIN - Code 5; INHALED - Code 14; INGESTED - Code 21
ALUMINIUM SULPHATE: is a skin and eye irritant and is mildly toxic when ingested. It is hygroscopic and prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis. Acute exposure to skin and eyes causes redness and pain. Ingestion may cause abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhoea.
EYES - Code 2; SKIN - Code 5; INHALED - Code 14; INGESTED - Code 21
AMINOALKYLSILANE: is a very toxic substance. It is corrosive to mucous membranes, eyes and skin. Inhalation or ingestion may produce a burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, pneumonitis, headache, nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath and spasm. Death may occur following exposure.
EYES - Code 3: SKIN - Code 12: INHALED: Code 16: INGESTED - Code 17
3-AMINO-9-ETHYLCARBAZOLE: is a known carcinogen and a possible mutagen which affects liver and kidney. It should not be handled during pregnancy. It is a toxic substance that can be absorbed through the skin. It may cause eye and respiratory tract irritation.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 13: INHALED - Code 16: INGESTED - Code 17
7-AMINO-4-METHYLCOUMARIN ACETIC ACID: There are insufficient data available on the toxicity of this compound. Handle with care.
EYES - Code 3: SKIN - Code 12: INHALED - Code 16: INGESTED - Code 20
AMINOPROPYLTRIETHOXYSILANE: is a very toxic substance. It is corrosive to mucous membranes, respiratory tract, eyes and skin. Inhalation can result in spasm, inflammation and oedema of larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary oedema. Symptoms may include burning, shortness of breath coughing, wheezing laryngitis, headache, nausea and vomiting. Exposure can prove fatal.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 21
AMMONIA SOLUTION: is a severe irritant and is corrosive. Severe burns to the skin or eye may be caused by contact with the solution. Irritation of the respiratory tract can lead to convulsive coughing and permanent lung damage.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 5; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 27
AMMONIUM ACETATE has insufficient data available on its effects on eyes, skin and mucus membranes. Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting, thirst, headache and mental confusion.
EYES - Code 3: SKIN - Code 12: INHALED - Code 15: INGESTED - Code 20
AMMONIUM BROMIDE is an eye and skin irritant. It can be absorbed through the skin in doses sufficient to cause toxicity. The fumes are toxic (prolonged exposure may cause bromine rashes). Ingestion causes stupor and possible cardiac failure.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 12: INHALED - Code 16: INGESTED - Code 27
AMMONIUM CARBONATE: is a severe eye irritant and a moderate skin and respiratory tract irritant. Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting, thirst, headache and mental confusion.
EYES - Code 3: SKIN - Code 12: INHALED - Code 14: INGESTED - Code 20
AMMONIUM CHLORIDE may cause skin and eye irritation, redness and pain. It is a respiratory tract irritant and can cause sore throat and coughing. Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting and acidosis.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 12: INHALED - Code 16: INGESTED - Code 21
AMMONIUM CITRATE: is an eye, skin and respiratory tract irritant. Toxicity is very low although the ingestion of large amounts may cause gastric upset and diarrhoea.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 11: INHALED - Code 14: INGESTION - Code 19
AMMONIUM FERROUS SULPHATE: This is a moderate eye and respiratory tract irritant. It is highly toxic by ingestion causing vomiting and diarrhoea. Major symptoms can be delayed for several hours and can include pain, haematemesis and circulatory failure. Days after apparent recovery, metabolic acidosis, convulsions and coma may occur. Liver necrosis can lead to death from hepatic coma.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 5: INHALED - Code 14: INGESTED - Code 17
AMMONIUM HYDROXIDE: has a moderate fire and explosion risk when exposed to naked flame in a confined space. Both vapour and liquid are corrosive and a severe irritant. A splash to the eye will cause severe burns. Skin contact will result in localised irritation and may cause burns. Inhalation of the vapour causes convulsive coughing. Prolonged exposure may lead to permanent lung damage. Ingestion will cause localised burns in the mouth, oesophagus and gastrointestinal system.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 5; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 27
AMMONIUM NICKEL SULPHATE: Nickel salts are possible carcinogens. There are insufficient data available for this substance so handle with care.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 12: INHALED - Code 15: INGESTION - Code 17
AMMONIUM NITRATE: is an allergen and possible carcinogen that supports combustion. It is an eye, skin and respiratory tract irritant. If ingested it causes dizziness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhoea, weakness, convulsions and collapse. Large amounts (more than 10 g) may be fatal.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 12: INHALED - Code 14: INGESTED - Code 21
AMMONIUM OXALATE: is highly toxic and a skin and eye irritant. Inhalation or ingestion will cause severe internal pain and may lead to collapse.
EYES - Code 2; SKIN - Code 5; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 21
AMMONIUM SULPHATE: is an eye irritant. Toxicity is very low although the ingestion of large amounts may cause gastric upset and diarrhoea.
EYES - Code 2: SKIN - Code 11: INHALED - Code 14: INGESTION - Code 19
AMYL ACETATE: is a toxic substance and a skin, eye and respiratory tract irritant. The vapour is also toxic and an irritant. It can be absorbed into the body by inhalation or ingestion. It is a central nervous system depressant and its effects are enhanced by alcohol consumption. It defats the skin and prolonged contact can cause cracking and dermatitis. Inhalation causes sore throat, headache, dizziness and drowsiness. Ingestion will cause abdominal pain and nausea.
EYES - Code 2; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 15; INGESTED - Code 21
AMYL ALCOHOL: is a flammable substance and a probable carcinogen. It should not be handled close to heat or naked flame. The vapour is heavier than air and can travel for a considerable distance along the ground to a source of ignition and flash back. It is a severe eye and respiratory tract irritant. Prolonged skin contact will cause cracking and drying and may result in dermatitis. Inhalation of the vapour causes headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting and unconsciousness. In addition ingestion causes weakness, pain, burning, coma and possible death.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 21
ANILINE: is a severe eye irritant, a splash may cause permanent eye damage. It can be absorbed throught he skin in doses sufficient to cause narcosis. Inhalation of the vapour or ingestion of the liquid causes weakness, irritability, headache, drowsiness, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat and unconsciousness. Effects may be delayed. Death can result from prolonged exposure.
EYES - Code 3: SKIN - Code 13: INHALED - Code 16: INGESTED - Code 24
ANILINE BLUE: is a triaminotriarylmethane dye. It is a potential bladder carcinogen. It is very toxic and can be absorbed through the skin and respiratory tract. It can cause liver and kidney damage and give rise to anaemia.
EYES - Code 2; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 24
ANIMAL REAGENTS: may not have been checked by manufacturers for bacterial and viral contaminants. Handle with care.
EYES - Code 1: SKIN - Code 11; INHALED - Code 14: INGESTED - Code 18
ARALDITE: there is insufficient data available on the toxic effects of this substance. It is an eye, skin and respiratory tract irritant. Prolonged exposure may cause dermatitis or sensitisation. The vapour is also an irritant to eyes and the respiratory tract.
EYES - Code 3: SKIN - Code 12: INHALED - Code 15: INGESTED - Code 17
ARSENIC TRIOXIDE: is a carcinogen and is highly toxic. It can be fatal if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through the skin. Eye contact can cause severe eye damage.
EYES - Code 3: SKIN - Code 6: INHALED - Code 16: INGESTED - Code 24
AURAMINE O: is a ketoneimine dye. It is a suspected carcinogen and therefore the dry powder should be handled with care and only in a fume hood. Wear appropriate protective clothing. It is a combustible powder and impact can cause a violent explosion.
EYES - Code 2; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 15; INGESTED - Code 21
AZOCARMINE G: is a quinone-imine dye. It is an eye and skin irritant and may cause dermatitis. Data on the toxic effects are not available. It should be handled with extreme care.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 12; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 21
AZURE A: is a thiazin dye. Little is known about the hazards associated with its use but other thiazin dyes are highly toxic, mutagens and skin and eye irritants (methylene blue, thionin and toluidine blue). Handle with care. The dye should not be handled during pregnancy.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 13; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 24
AZURE B: is a thiazin dye. Little is known about the hazards associated with its use but other thiazin dyes are highly toxic, mutagens and skin and eye irritants (methylene blue, thionin and toluidine blue). Handle with care. The dye should not be handled during pregnancy.
EYES - Code 3; SKIN - Code 13; INHALED - Code 16; INGESTED - Code 24