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AURAMINE O, powder, 50 g, bot.

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AURAMINE O, powder

Definition

Powder reagent used to prepare auramine staining with potassium permanganate for the microscopic detection of mycobacteria.

Preparation of auramine staining can be be considered in routine laboratories, after a good quality staining is achieved. This is much cheaper compared to using a ready to use kit.

Synonym

Basic yellow 2, Pyoctaninum aureum, ; Canary yellow; Pyoktaninum aureum; 4,4'-(imidocarbonyl)bis(N,Ndimethylaniline)monohydrochloride

Specifications

Technical specifications

  • CAS n°: 2465-27-2
  • Formula: C17H21N3HCL
  • For microscopy
  • Yellow powder

Packaging & Labelling

50 g glass bottle

Transport Dangerous Goods

Depending of the manufacturer:

  • UN2811
    • Class: 6.1
    • Packing group: III
    • Proper Shipping Name: Environmetally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (4,4'-bis-(dimethylamino)-benzophenonimide hydfochloride)
  • UN3077
    • Class: 9
    • Packing group: III
    • Proper Shipping Name: Toxic solids, organic, n.o.s.

Instructions for use

To be used with a fluorescent microscope, hydrochloric acid, potassium permanganate, ethanol and phenol (see related articles below).

Please consult the “Updated laboratory procedures, 2022” available online via the Laboratory working Group sharepoint page: Laboratory Procedures and Resources.

https://msfintl.sharepoint.com/sites/msfintlcommunities/LabWG/SitePages/Laboratory-Manual-page.aspx

For offline access, contact your laboratory advisor.

Storage

  • Protected from humidity
  • Expiry date on the bottle

Waste management

Presence of substance with potential carcinogenic properties (H350). Please contact your watsan referent for advice on proper disposal.

Classification EC Regulation N° 1272/2008

Check manufacturer documentations:

  • Acute toxicity, Dermal, Category 3
  • Acute toxicity, Oral, Category 4
  • Carcinogenicity, Category 2
  • Long-term (chronic) aquatic hazard, Category 2

Signal Word

Warning

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H302Harmful if swallowed
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H351Suspected of causing cancer (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routs of exposure cause the hazard).
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
P273Avoid release to the environment
P281Use personal protective equipment as required.
P301 + P312IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel
P305 + P351 + P338IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If the victim wears contact lenses, remove them if possible. Keep rinsing
P308 + P313IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

MSF requirements

Staining reagent necessary for the detection of mycobacteria.

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