SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier
Trade name or designation COLOR GRAM 2 (R3)
of the mixture

Registration number -
Synonyms None.
SDS number 100
Product code 55542
Issue date 04-February-2015
Version number 04
Revision date 29-August-2023
Supersedes date 14-February-2020
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses In vitro diagnostic medical device
Uses advised against None known.
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier
Company name bioMérieux UK Ltd
Address Chineham Gate, Crockford Lane, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 8NA
Telephone (44) 1256.461881
Fax (44) 1256.816863
e-mail uktechnical@[Link]

Manufacturer
Company name bioMérieux SA
Address Chemin de l'Orme - 69280 Marcy-l'Etoile - France
Telephone +33(0)478877656
Fax +(1) 919 470 6819
e-mail gcs_microbiology@[Link]

1.4. Emergency telephone 999 or Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician

number

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
The mixture has been assessed and/or tested for its physical, health and environmental hazards and the following classification
applies.
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 as amended
Physical hazards
Flammable liquids Category 2 H225 - Highly flammable liquid
and vapour.
Health hazards
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 H319 - Causes serious eye
irritation.
Specific target organ toxicity - single Category 3 narcotic effects H336 - May cause drowsiness or
exposure dizziness.
2.2. Label elements
Label according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 as amended
Contains: acetone; propan-2-one; propanone

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 Hazard pictograms

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Precautionary statements
Prevention
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
Response
P305 + P351 + P338 If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and
easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Storage Not available.
Disposal Not available.
Supplemental label None.
information
2.3. Other hazards None known.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.2. Mixtures
General information
Chemical name % CAS-No. / EC No. REACH Registration No. Index No. Notes
acetone; propan-2-one; propanone 50 - < 60 67-64-1 01-2119471330-49-XXXX 606-001-00-8 #
200-662-2
Classification: Flam. Liq. 2;H225, Eye Irrit. 2;H319, STOT SE 3;H336
ethanol; ethyl alcohol 50 - < 60 64-17-5 01-2119457610-43-XXXX 603-002-00-5 #
200-578-6
Classification: Flam. Liq. 2;H225, Eye Irrit. 2;H319

List of abbreviations and symbols that may be used above

CLP: Regulation No. 1272/2008.
DSD: Directive 67/548/EEC.
M: M-factor
vPvB: very persistent and very bioaccumulative substance.
PBT: persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic substance.
#: This substance has been assigned Community workplace exposure limit(s).
Composition comments The full text for all R- and H-phrases is displayed in section 16.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

General information If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible). Show this safety data
sheet to the doctor in attendance.
4.1. Description of first aid measures
Inhalation Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Oxygen or
artificial respiration if needed. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim inhaled the substance.
Call a physician if symptoms develop or persist.
Skin contact Wash off with soap and plenty of water. For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on
unaffected skin. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.
Eye contact Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.
Ingestion Rinse mouth. If ingestion of a large amount does occur, call a poison control centre immediately.
4.2. Most important symptoms May cause drowsiness and dizziness. Headache. Nausea, vomiting. Severe eye irritation.
and effects, both acute and Symptoms may include stinging, tearing, redness, swelling, and blurred vision. Coughing.
delayed
4.3. Indication of any Symptoms may be delayed.
immediate medical attention
and special treatment needed

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SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
General fire hazards Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing Powder. Alcohol resistant foam. Carbon dioxide (CO2).
media
Unsuitable extinguishing Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
media
5.2. Special hazards arising Vapours may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapours may travel considerable distance to a
from the substance or mixture source of ignition and flash back. During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed.
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Special protective Wear full protective clothing, including helmet, self-contained positive pressure or pressure
equipment for firefighters demand breathing apparatus, protective clothing and face mask. Structural firefighters protective
clothing will only provide limited protection.
Special fire fighting In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes. Use standard firefighting procedures and
procedures consider the hazards of other involved materials. Move containers from fire area if you can do so
without risk.
Specific methods Use standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials. Move
containers from fire area if you can do so without risk. Self-contained breathing apparatus and full
protective clothing must be worn in case of fire. In the event of fire and/or explosion do not
breathe fumes.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For non-emergency Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
personnel
For emergency Keep unnecessary personnel away. Wear appropriate protective equipment and clothing during
responders clean-up.
6.2. Environmental Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or
precautions onto the ground.
6.3. Methods and material for Eliminate all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks, or flames in immediate area). Take
containment and cleaning up precautionary measures against static discharge. Keep combustibles (wood, paper, oil etc) away
from spilled material. Use a non-combustible material like vermiculite, sand or earth to soak up
the product and place into a container for later disposal. Prevent entry into waterways, sewer,
basements or confined areas. Following product recovery, flush area with water. Absorb with
earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers for later disposal.

Never return spills to original containers for re-use.

6.4. Reference to other Not available.
sections

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe May be ignited by open flame. Do not handle, store or open near an open flame, sources of heat
handling or sources of ignition. Protect material from direct sunlight. When using do not smoke.
Explosion-proof general and local exhaust ventilation. Take precautionary measures against static
discharges. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid prolonged exposure. Wear appropriate personal
protective equipment. Observe good industrial hygiene practices.
7.2. Conditions for safe Do not handle or store near an open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Store in original
storage, including any tightly closed container. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep in an area equipped with sprinklers.
incompatibilities
7.3. Specific end use(s) Not available.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
UK. OELs. Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) (EH40/2005 (Fourth Edition 2020)), Table 1
Components Type Value
acetone; propan-2-one; STEL 3620 mg/m3
propanone (CAS 67-64-1)
1500 ppm
TWA 1210 mg/m3
500 ppm
ethanol; ethyl alcohol (CAS TWA 1920 mg/m3
64-17-5)

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 UK. OELs. Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) (EH40/2005 (Fourth Edition 2020)), Table 1
Components Type Value
1000 ppm
Biological limit values No biological exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s).
Recommended monitoring Follow standard monitoring procedures.
procedures
Derived no effect levels Not available.
(DNELs)
Predicted no effect Not available.
concentrations (PNECs)

8.2. Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering Explosion-proof general and local exhaust ventilation. Good general ventilation (typically 10 air
controls changes per hour) should be used. Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions. If
applicable, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to
maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If exposure limits have not been
established, maintain airborne levels to an acceptable level. Provide eyewash station. Eye wash
fountain and emergency showers are recommended.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
General information Use personal protective equipment as required. Personal protection equipment should be chosen
according to the CEN standards and in discussion with the supplier of the personal protective
equipment.
Eye/face protection Avoid contact with eyes.
Skin protection
- Hand protection Wear protective gloves. Use protective gloves made of: Nitrile.
- Other Wear suitable protective clothing.
Respiratory protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable
respiratory equipment.
Thermal hazards Not available.

Hygiene measures Not available.

Environmental exposure Environmental manager must be informed of all major releases.
controls

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance Liquid.
Physical state Liquid.
Form Not available.
Colour Colourless.
Odour Alcoholic
Odour threshold Not available.
pH Not available.
Melting point/freezing point Not available.
Initial boiling point and boiling 63.7 °C (146.66 °F) estimated
range
Flash point -18.0 °C (-0.4 °F) estimated
Evaporation rate Not available.
Flammability (solid, gas) Flammable gas.
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits
Explosive limit - lower ( %) 2.6 % estimated
Explosive limit – upper 12.8 % estimated
(%)                                      
   
Vapour pressure 194.18 hPa estimated
Vapour density Not available.
Relative density Not available.

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Solubility(ies)
Solubility (water) 100 %
Partition coefficient Not available.
(n-octanol/water)
Auto-ignition temperature Not available.
Decomposition temperature Not available.
Viscosity Not available.
Explosive properties Not available.
Oxidising properties Not available.
9.2. Other information
Density > 0.85 - < 0.90 g/cm3
Percent volatile 100 % estimated
VOC 100 % estimated

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity The product is stable and non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport.
10.2. Chemical stability Risk of ignition.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.
reactions
10.4. Conditions to avoid Avoid heat, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. Avoid temperatures exceeding the
flash point. Contact with incompatible materials.
10.5. Incompatible materials Acids. Strong oxidising agents.
10.6. Hazardous No hazardous decomposition products are known.
decomposition products

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

General information Occupational exposure to the substance or mixture may cause adverse effects.
Information on likely routes of exposure
Inhalation May cause drowsiness and dizziness. Headache. Nausea, vomiting. Prolonged inhalation may be
harmful.
Skin contact No adverse effects due to skin contact are expected.
Eye contact Causes serious eye irritation.
Ingestion Expected to be a low ingestion hazard.
Symptoms Headache. May cause drowsiness and dizziness. Nausea, vomiting. Severe eye irritation.
Symptoms may include stinging, tearing, redness, swelling, and blurred vision. Coughing.
11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity Narcotic effects.

Components Species Test Results
acetone; propan-2-one; propanone (CAS 67-64-1)
Acute
Inhalation
LC50 Rat 50.1 mg/l, 8 Hours
Oral
LD50 Rat 5800 mg/kg

* Estimates for product may be based on additional component data not shown.
Skin corrosion/irritation Prolonged skin contact may cause temporary irritation. Due to partial or complete lack of data the
classification is not possible.
Serious eye damage/eye Causes serious eye irritation.
irritation
Respiratory sensitisation Due to partial or complete lack of data the classification is not possible.
Skin sensitisation Due to partial or complete lack of data the classification is not possible.
Germ cell mutagenicity Due to partial or complete lack of data the classification is not possible.
Carcinogenicity Due to partial or complete lack of data the classification is not possible.
Reproductive toxicity Due to partial or complete lack of data the classification is not possible.

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Specific target organ toxicity - May cause drowsiness and dizziness.
single exposure
Specific target organ toxicity - Due to partial or complete lack of data the classification is not possible.
repeated exposure
Aspiration hazard Due to partial or complete lack of data the classification is not possible.
Mixture versus substance No information available.
information

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity The product is not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, this does not exclude the
possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the
environment.
Components Species Test Results
acetone; propan-2-one; propanone (CAS 67-64-1)
Aquatic
Acute
Crustacea EC50 Water flea (Daphnia magna) 10294 - 17704 mg/l, 48 hours
Fish LC50 Rainbow trout,donaldson trout 4740 - 6330 mg/l, 96 hours
(Oncorhynchus mykiss)
ethanol; ethyl alcohol (CAS 64-17-5)
Aquatic
Acute
Crustacea EC50 Water flea (Daphnia magna) >= 7.7 - <= 11.2 mg/l, 48 hours
Fish LC50 Rainbow trout,donaldson trout 42 mg/l, 4 days
(Oncorhynchus mykiss)

* Estimates for product may be based on additional component data not shown.
12.2. Persistence and No data is available on the degradability of this product.
degradability
12.3. Bioaccumulative
potential
Partition coefficient
n-octanol/water (log Kow)
acetone; propan-2-one; propanone -0.24
ethanol; ethyl alcohol -0.31
Bioconcentration factor (BCF) Not available.
12.4. Mobility in soil No data available.
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB Not a PBT or vPvB substance or mixture.
assessment
12.6. Other adverse effects No other adverse environmental effects (e.g. ozone depletion, photochemical ozone creation
potential, endocrine disruption, global warming potential) are expected from this component.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods
Residual waste Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Empty containers or liners may retain some
product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe manner (see:
Disposal instructions). Avoid discharge into water courses or onto the ground.
Contaminated packaging Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal.
Since emptied containers may retain product residue, follow label warnings even after container is
emptied.
EU waste code Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application for which the product was
used. The Waste code should be assigned in discussion between the user, the producer and the
waste disposal company.
Disposal methods/information Collect and reclaim or dispose in sealed containers at licensed waste disposal site. This material
and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Must be incinerated in a suitable
incineration plant holding a permit delivered by the competent authorities. Do not discharge into
drains, water courses or onto the ground. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with
local/regional/national/international regulations.
Special precautions Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.

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SECTION 14: Transport information
ADR
14.1. UN number UN1993
14.2. UN proper shipping Flammable liquid, n.o.s. (acetone; propan-2-one; propanone, ethanol; ethyl alcohol)
name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
Class 3
Subsidiary risk -
Label(s) 3
Hazard No. (ADR) 33
Tunnel restriction code D/E
14.4. Packing group II
14.5. Environmental No.
hazards
14.6. Special precautions Not assigned.
for user
IATA
14.1. UN number UN1993
14.2. UN proper shipping Flammable liquid, n.o.s. (acetone; propan-2-one; propanone, ethanol; ethyl alcohol)
name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
Class 3
Subsidiary risk -
14.4. Packing group II
14.5. Environmental No.
hazards
ERG Code 3H
14.6. Special precautions Not assigned.
for user
Other information
Passenger and cargo Allowed with restrictions.
aircraft
Cargo aircraft only Allowed with restrictions.
IMDG
14.1. UN number UN1993
14.2. UN proper shipping FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S. (acetone; propan-2-one; propanone, ethanol; ethyl alcohol)
name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
Class 3
Subsidiary risk -
14.4. Packing group II
14.5. Environmental hazards
Marine pollutant No.
EmS F-E, S̲-E̲
14.6. Special precautions Not assigned.
for user
14.7. Transport in bulk Not established.
according to Annex II of
MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC
Code
ADR; IATA; IMDG

General information IMDG Regulated Marine Pollutant.

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
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Retained direct EU regulations
Regulation (EC) No. 1005/2009 on substances that deplete the ozone layer, Annex I and II, as amended
Not listed.
Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 On persistent organic pollutants (recast), as amended
Not listed.
Regulation (EU) No. 649/2012 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex I, Part 1 as amended
Not listed.
Regulation (EU) No. 649/2012 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex I, Part 2 as amended
Not listed.
Regulation (EU) No. 649/2012 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex I, Part 3 as amended
Not listed.
Regulation (EU) No. 649/2012 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex V as amended
Not listed.
Regulation (EC) No. 166/2006 Annex II Pollutant Release and Transfer Registry, as amended
acetone; propan-2-one; propanone (CAS 67-64-1)
Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, REACH Article 59(10) Candidate List as currently published by ECHA
Not listed.
Authorisations
Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, REACH Annex XIV Substances subject to authorization, as amended
Not listed.
Restrictions on use
Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, REACH Annex XVII Substances subject to restriction on marketing and use, as
amended - Conditions of restriction given for the associated entry number should be considered
ethanol; ethyl alcohol (CAS 64-17-5)
Other regulations
The product is classified and labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws. This Safety Data Sheet
complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.
Follow national regulation for work with chemical agents.
15.2. Chemical safety No Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out.
assessment

SECTION 16: Other information

List of abbreviations Not available.
References Not available.
Information on evaluation The classification for health and environmental hazards is derived by a combination of calculation
method leading to the methods and test data, if available.
classification of mixture
Full text of any statements,
which are not written out in
full under sections 2 to 15 H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Revision information SECTION 2: Hazards identification: Prevention
Composition / Information on Ingredients: Ingredient Classification
Transport Information: Material Transportation Information
Training information Follow training instructions when handling this material.
Disclaimer bioMérieux SA cannot anticipate all conditions under which this information and its product, or the
products of other manufacturers in combination with its product, may be used. It is the user’s
responsibility to ensure safe conditions for handling, storage and disposal of the product, and to
assume liability for loss, injury, damage or expense due to improper use. The information in the
sheet was written based on the best knowledge and experience currently available.

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