ABC of Safety in the Biological Sciences
METHYL VIOLET (Colour Index No. 42535)
Tetramethyl pararosanilin (C23H26N3Cl)
Pentamethyl pararosanilin (C24H28N3Cl)
Hexamethyl pararosanilin (C25H30N3Cl)
Dyes denoted methyl violet are composed of mixtures of tetra,
penta and hexamethyl pararosanilin.
SYNONYMS
Dahlia B, Paris violet, pyoktaninum coeruleum.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Use a fume hood.
Avoid eye contact.
Avoid inhalation or ingestion of the powder.
Keep away from heat or naked flames.
Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
CHARACTERISTICS
Greenish bronze crystals or crystalline powder. Combustible
powder do not handle close to heat or a naked flame.
Triaminotriphenylmethane dye.
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
This dye is a potential carcinogen and very toxic when ingested
or inhaled. It is an eye irritant. Inhalation or ingestion may
cause nausea, ingestion may also cause vomiting and diarrhoea.
TREATMENTS
Skin remove contaminated clothing then wash the affected area
with soap or mild detergent and large amounts of water until all
evidence of the dye has been removed (approximately 15 minutes).
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Eyes immediately wash the affected eye with large amounts of
water until all evidence of the dye has been removed
(approximately 15 minutes). If irritation persists seek
immediate medical advice.
Inhalation remove from the area of exposure to fresh air. If
breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration. Give oxygen
if necessary. Keep warm and allow to rest. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Ingestion wash out the mouth thoroughly with water and seek
immediate medical advice.
INCOMPATIBILITY
Combustible powder keep away from heat or naked flames. Can
react with oxidising materials. Heating produces toxic fumes of
nitrogen compounds.
STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry atmosphere away from heat and oxidising
materials.
HANDLING
Use a fume hood to keep the level of exposure to a minimum. Wear
protective clothing. A long sleeved laboratory coat or gown,
rubber gloves, safety goggles and a face mask as a minimum
standard.
DISPOSAL
WEAR:
Heavy leather gloves and safety glasses.
DISPOSAL:
Materials should be properly packed for safe handling and placed
in a prescribed site for daily collection. Burning can be done
in an open or closed incinerator equipped with an afterburner.
ENVIRONMENT:
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