Product Name: Block Blue Gel
Product Code: BBG-1123
Recommended Use: Laboratory staining agent for microscopy and electrophoresis applications
Synonyms: Electrophoresis blue gel, Gel block blue stain
Supplier: Innovative Bio-Labs Solutions Corp, 245 Industrial Park Drive, Suite 9, Portland, OR, 97214
Telephone: (503) 555-2654
Email: safety@iblabs.com
Emergency Contact: Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300 (24 hours)
Date of Preparation: June 4, 2024
Classification: Eye irritant category 2A, Skin irritant category 2, Not classified for acute toxicity
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation, Causes skin irritation, May cause respiratory irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark (GHS07)
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors, Wear protective gloves and eye protection, Wash thoroughly after handling, Use only in a well-ventilated area, If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes
Key Ingredients: Triarylmethane blue dye (CAS number: 548-62-9) 3-7%, Polyacrylamide copolymer (CAS number: 9003-05-8) 20-35%, Glycerol (CAS number: 56-81-5) 10-20%, Deionized water 45-60%
Trace Impurities: None expected above 0.1% by weight
Other Components: Proprietary stabilizers under 1%
Impurity Disclosure: Does not contain heavy metals, phenols, or known carcinogens
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, keep at rest, get medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and plenty of water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical advice if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention
Important Symptoms: Redness, eye watering, itching, mild throat irritation after respiratory exposure
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, or foam
Unsuitable Media: Do not use a direct water jet
Special Hazards: May emit toxic fumes of carbon oxides and nitrogen oxides under combustion
Advice for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, wear full protective clothing, collect contaminated firewater for disposal
Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen compounds, trace blue pigment compounds
Personal Precautions: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, eye protection, avoid inhaling fumes
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, waterways, or soil
Cleanup Methods: Absorb spill with inert material (sand, earth, vermiculite), scoop up and transfer to labeled container, wash spill area thoroughly with water and detergent, ventilate area
Disposal of Cleaned Material: Dispose of as chemical waste according to local regulations
Handling: Use in well-ventilated area, keep container tightly closed, avoid direct contact with skin and eyes, do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, out of direct sunlight, store at 4-25°C, keep away from strong oxidizers, acids, and foodstuffs
Packaging: Keep in original sealed containers with proper labeling, store upright
Exposure Limits: No applicable occupational exposure limits for listed ingredients, recommended threshold limit for triarylmethane blue dye: 0.5 mg/m³
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or process enclosures to reduce airborne exposure
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or latex), splash-proof goggles or face shield, lab coat or apron, closed-toe shoes
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and exposed areas with soap and water after use, remove and wash contaminated clothing prior to reuse, do not eat or drink in working area
Physical State: Gel
Color: Deep blue
Odor: Slight, characteristic
pH: 6.5–7.5
Melting Point: Not applicable (gel matrix)
Boiling Point: Approximately 100°C
Flash Point: Not flammable
Solubility: Partially miscible in water
Relative Density: Approximately 1.2 g/cm³
Viscosity: High, semi-solid
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Evaporation Rate: Not rapid
Explosive Properties: Not expected
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Not classified as reactive
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, freezing temperatures, direct sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, concentrated acids, and alkalis
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Combustion can produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, minor blue dye byproducts
Acute Toxicity: Not orally toxic at typical exposure levels, may cause gastrointestinal discomfort if swallowed
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes mild skin irritation on prolonged contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Can cause serious eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: May cause mild throat and nasal irritation
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No evidence of mutagenicity in standard laboratory tests
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogen by IARC or NTP
Reproductive Toxicity: No adverse reproductive effects reported
Target Organ Effects: Eyes, skin, respiratory tract in cases of direct exposure
Aquatic Toxicity: Not expected to be acutely toxic to aquatic organisms at working concentrations; blue dye component may cause local discoloration
Persistence and Degradability: Partially biodegradable; polymer carrier may persist in soil/water
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate due to high molecular weight
Mobility in Soil: Low mobility, tends to adhere to soil particles due to gel matrix
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release to the environment, effects on local water coloration may occur
Waste Disposal Methods: Collect and dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, incineration or landfill at approved facilities
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers before recycling or disposal, avoid reuse unless properly decontaminated
Special Precautions: Do not permit to enter municipal sewers, storm drains, surface water, or soil
UN Number: Not regulated under UN Model Regulations
Proper Shipping Name: Not dangerous goods
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: None under current transportation guidelines
Transport in Bulk: Not applicable for product form and scale
Special Precautions: Prevent container rupture or leakage during transport
OSHA Hazard Communication Status: Regulated as an irritant chemical
TSCA Inventory: All ingredients present on TSCA Inventory
SARA Title III: Not subject to Section 302, 304, or 313 reporting
California Proposition 65: Product does not contain known listed chemicals
European Regulations: Conforms to REACH as article, not subject to SVHC restrictions
Other Local Regulations: Observe local, region-specific requirements for handling and disposal
