Properties

• Appearance:

  Purple/maroon crystalline powder

• Melting point:

  260-262 °C (dec.)(lit.)

• Flashing point:

  >100°C

• Storage temperature:

  2-8°C

• Solubility:

  H2O: 10 mg/mL, opaque, strongly red

Safety Information

• Symbol:

  

• Signal words:

  Danger

• Hazard statements:

  H302 Harmful if swallowed.

  H330 Fatal if inhaled.

  H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.

• Precautionary statements:

  P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

  P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.

  P284 Wear respiratory protection.

  P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.