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Material Safety Data Sheet
Amaranth MSDS
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Amaranth
Catalog Codes: 322
CAS#: 915-67-3
RTECS: QJ6550000
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Amaranth
CI#: 16185
Synonym: Acid Red 27, Fast Red Naphthol
Red, Naphthylamine Red; 3-Hydroxy-4-[(4-sulfo-1-
naphthalenyl)azo]-2,7-naphthalenedisulfonic acid trisodium
salt
Chemical Formula: C20H11N2Na3O10S3
Contact Information:
Nile Chemicals
Masjid Bundar Mumbai 400009
INDIA
Tel No : 91-022-66313162
Fax No: 91-022-23454828
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Amaranth 915-67-3 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Amaranth:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 6000 mg/kg [Rat].
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion. Slightly hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of
inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous
membranes. Repeated or prolonged
exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
Section 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact:
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Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush
eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact:
Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get
medical attention if irritation develops. Cold water
may be used.
Serious Skin Contact: Not available.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical
attention.
Serious Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never
give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get
medical attention if symptoms appear.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: May be
combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not
available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Products of Combustion:
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...),
sulfur oxides (SO2, SO3...). Some metallic
oxides.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not
available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not
available. Risks of explosion of the product in
presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam.
Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not
available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not
available.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill:
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on
the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional
authority requirements.
Large Spill:
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container.
Finish cleaning by spreading water on the
contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions:
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Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose
a fire risk, evaporate the residue under
a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not
breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes. Wear
suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and
show the container or the label.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed.
Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering
controls to keep airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use
ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants
below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection:
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained
breathing apparatus should be used to avoid
inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be
sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this
product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Solid.
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 604.48 g/mole
Color: Not available.
pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: Decomposes.
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 1.5 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility
in water.
Solubility: Partially soluble in cold
water, hot water.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
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Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not
available.
Incompatibility with various substances: Not
available.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence
of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not
available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not
available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Eye contact.
Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral
toxicity (LD50): 6000 mg/kg [Rat].
Chronic Effects on Humans: Causes
damage to the following organs: lungs, mucous membranes.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Hazardous in case of ingestion. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact
(irritant, permeator), of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not
available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not
available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not
available.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However,
long term degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The
products of degradation are more toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not
available.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal:
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not a DOT
controlled material (United States).
Identification: Not applicable.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not
applicable.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations: TSCA
8(b) inventory: Amaranth
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Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by
definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): CLASS D-2B: Material
causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
DSCL (EEC): R36- Irritating to eyes.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 1
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 2
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate. Splash goggles.
Section 16: Other Information
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