Material Safety Data Sheet

Product No.  18707 Carmine, Certified, C.I. #75470

Issue Date (02-06-06)

Review Date (06-19-07)

Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Carmine, Certified

Synonym: C.I. 75470, Alum Carmine

Company Name

Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone  (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.

Section 2: Composition / Information on Ingredients

Principle Hazardous Component(s) (chemical and common name(s)) (Cas. No)	%	OSHA PEL mg/m3	ACGIH  TLV mg/m3	NTP	IARC	OSHA regulated
Carmine (1390-65-4)	90 – 100	NE	ND	No	No	No

Section 3: Hazard Identification
Emergency overview

Appearance: Red powder

Immediate effects: Harmful and irritant.

Potential health effects

Primary Routes of entry: Ingestion, skin and inhalation.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure:
Eyes: May cause irritation.

Skin: Harmful if absorbed through skin; causes irritation.

Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled.

Chronic Exposure: No effects were documented.

Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: None

See Toxicological Information (Section11)

Potential environmental effects

See Ecological Information (Section 12)

Section 4: First Aid Measures
If accidental overexposure is suspected

Eye(s) Contact: In case of contact with eyes, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

Skin Contact: If contact with skin, flush with water.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Ingestion: If swallowed, if conscious, immediately induce vomiting.

Note to physician

Treatment: ND

Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: ND

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: ND
Flammable Limits: ND

Auto-ignition point: ND
Fire Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Exercise appropriate precautions to minimize direct contact with skin or eyes and prevent inhalation of dust.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: ND

Hazardous combustion products: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

DOT Class: Non-hazardous for transport.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. With clean shovel, carefully place material into clean, dry container and cover; remove from area. Flush spill area with water.
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.

Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Keep in tightly closed container.

Storage temperature: ND

Storage Pressure: ND

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls

Ventilation required: Mechanical exhaust required. Some hazards of this product are unknown; an Industrial Hygienist should be consulted on ventilation and personal protective equipment.

Personal Protection Equipment

Respiratory protection: ND

Protective gloves: Safety gloves.
Skin protection: Wear impervious clothing.
Eye protection: Wear safety goggles.
Additional clothing and/or equipment: Cover the body as much as possible to avoid contact with the chemical.

Exposure Guidelines

See Composition/Information on Ingredients (Section2)

Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Physical State: Red powder

Odor (threshold): ND

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): ND

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): NA

Vapor Density (air=1): NA

Percent Volatile by volume: 0

 

Evaporation Rate (butyl acetate=1): NA

Boiling Point: ND

Freezing point / melting point: ND
pH: ND
Solubility in Water: Negligible (less than 1%)
Molecular Weight: ND

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: None documented.

Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility): Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: ND

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Results of component toxicity test performed: ND

Human experience: ND

This product does not contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecological Information: ND

Chemical Fate Information: ND

Section 13 Disposal Considerations

RCRA 40 CFR 261 Classification: Not listed

Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.

Section 14: Transportation Information

US DOT Information: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

IATA: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

IMO: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

 Marine Pollutant: No

Canadian TDG: Not regulated

Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States Federal Regulations

MSDS complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200.

SARA: Not listed

SARA Title III: Not listed

RCRA: Not listed

TSCA: ND

CERCLA: Not listed

State Regulations

California Proposition 65: None

International Regulations

Canada WHMIS: ND

Europe EINECS Numbers: Carmine (1390-65-4): EINECS#: 215-724-4.

Section 16: Other Information

Label Information: ND

European Risk and Safety Phrases: S: 22-24/25. Safety Phrases: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

European symbols needed: ND

Canadian WHMIS Symbols: ND

HMIS® Hazard Rating: Health: 1; Fire: 0; Reactivity: 0

NFPA Hazard Rating: Health: 1; Fire: 0; Reactivity: 0
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)

Abbreviations used in this document

NE= Not established

NA= Not applicable

NIF= No Information Found

ND= No Data

Disclaimer
Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials.

 

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