Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Ponceau 3R Catalog
PO144
Common Name/
Number(s).
Trade Name
CAS# 3564-09-8
Manufacturer
RTECS QJ6650000
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.
TSCA TSCA 8(b) inventory: No
products were found.
Commercial Name(s) Cumidine Red
CI# 16155
Synonym 3-Hydroxy-4-[(2,4,5-trimethylphenyl)azo]-2,7-naphthalenedisulfonic
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
acid disodium salt
Chemical Name Not available.
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Chemical Family
Chemical Formula C19H10N2Na2O7S2
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.
Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)
Name CAS # % by Weight
1) Ponceau 3R 3564-09-8 100
Toxicological Data Ponceau 3R
on Ingredients LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Very hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye
contact (irritant).
Potential Chronic Health Very hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
Effects Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant).
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin
with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin.
Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Serious Skin Contact Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical
attention.
Inhalation Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Inhalation Not available.
Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not
breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Ingestion
Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product Non-flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Flash Points
Not applicable.
Flammable Limits
Products of Combustion These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...), sulfur oxides (SO2, SO3...). Some
metallic oxides.
Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and Instructions LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
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 Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary
system.
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
Precautions Keep locked up Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapour/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing In case of
insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the
label when possible. Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes
Storage Carcinogenic, teratogenic or mutagenic materials should be stored in a separate locked safety storage cabinet or
room.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls No special ventilation requirements.
Personal Protection Splash goggles. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be
a Large Spill 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 Not available. Odor Not available.
Taste Not available.
Molecular Weight 494.46 g/mole
Not available.
Color
Not available.
pH (1% soln/water)
Boiling Point Not available.
Decomposes.
Melting Point
Critical Temperature Not available.
Specific Gravity Not available.
Vapor Pressure Not available.
Vapor Density Not available.
Volatility Not available.
Odor Threshold Not available.
Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Ionicity (in Water) Not available.
Dispersion Properties Not available.
Solubility Not available.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability The product is stable.
Not available.
Instability Temperature
Conditions of Instability Not available.
Incompatibility with various Not available.
substances
Corrosivity Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
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Not available.
Special Remarks on
Reactivity
Special Remarks on Not available.
Corrosivity
Polymerization No.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC.
Other Toxic Effects on
Very hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
Humans Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator).
Special Remarks on
Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on other Not available.
Toxic Effects on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
Products of Biodegradation
arise.
Toxicity of the Products The products of degradation are more toxic.
of Biodegradation
Special Remarks on the Not available.
Products of Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Identification Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
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Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
Federal and State
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute: Ponceau
Regulations
3R
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: Ponceau 3R
Pennsylvania RTK: Ponceau 3R
Massachusetts RTK: Ponceau 3R
California California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: Ponceau 3R
Proposition 65
Warnings
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Other Regulations Not available..
WHMIS (Canada) CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
Other Classifications
DSCL (EEC) R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.
R40- Possible risks of irreversible
effects.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 2 National Fire Protection
0 Flammability
0 Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
2 0 Reactivity
Health
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
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WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
Gloves.
Lab coat.
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Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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