PONCEAU 3R

CAS#3564-09-8
Manufacturer
RTECSQJ6650000
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.
TSCATSCA 8(b) inventory: No
products were found.
Commercial Name(s)Cumidine Red
CI# 16155
Synonym3-Hydroxy-4-[(2,4,5-trimethylphenyl)azo]-2,7-naphthalenedisulfonic
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
acid disodium salt
Chemical NameNot available.
Not available.CALL (310) 516-8000
Chemical Family
Chemical FormulaC19H10N2Na2O7S2
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.

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Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
TWA (mg/m3)STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)
NameCAS #% by Weight
1) Ponceau 3R3564-09-8100
Toxicological DataPonceau 3R
on IngredientsLD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.

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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 HealthVery hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
EffectsHazardous 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.
Ponceau 3R

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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye ContactCheck for and remove any contact lenses. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin ContactAfter 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 ContactWash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical
attention.
InhalationAllow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious InhalationNot available.
IngestionDo 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.

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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 CombustionThese 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 SubstancesRisks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting MediaSMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and InstructionsLARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks onNot available.
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards

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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small SpillUse 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 SpillFinish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary
system.
Ponceau 3R

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Section 7. Handling and Storage
PrecautionsKeep 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
StorageCarcinogenic, teratogenic or mutagenic materials should be stored in a separate locked safety storage cabinet or
room.

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Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering ControlsNo special ventilation requirements.
Personal ProtectionSplash 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 Spillused to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure LimitsNot available.

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Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Not available.OdorNot available.
TasteNot available.
Molecular Weight494.46 g/mole
Not available.
Color
Not available.
pH (1% soln/water)
Boiling PointNot available.
Decomposes.
Melting Point
Critical TemperatureNot available.
Specific GravityNot available.
Vapor PressureNot available.
Vapor DensityNot available.
VolatilityNot available.
Odor ThresholdNot available.
Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Ionicity (in Water)Not available.
Dispersion PropertiesNot available.
SolubilityNot available.

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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
StabilityThe product is stable.
Not available.
Instability Temperature
Conditions of InstabilityNot available.
Incompatibility with variousNot available.
substances
CorrosivityNon-corrosive in presence of glass.
Ponceau 3R
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Reactivity
Special Remarks onNot available.
Corrosivity
PolymerizationNo.

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Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of EntryDermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to AnimalsLD50: 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.
HumansHazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator).
Special Remarks on
Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks onNot available.
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on otherNot available.
Toxic Effects on Humans

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Section 12. Ecological Information
EcotoxicityNot 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 ProductsThe products of degradation are more toxic.
of Biodegradation
Special Remarks on theNot available.
Products of Biodegradation

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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal

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Section 14. Transport Information
DOT ClassificationNot a DOT controlled material (United States).
IdentificationNot applicable.
Not applicable.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
Ponceau 3R

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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
CaliforniaCalifornia 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 RegulationsNot 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.
Ponceau 3R
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A

MOLECULAR FORMULA :

C19-H16-N2-O7-S2.2Na

MOLECULAR WEIGHT :

494.47

WISWESSER LINE NOTATION :

L66J BNUNR B1 D1 E1& CQ DSWQ HSWQ &-NA- 2

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY DATA

TYPE OF TEST :

TDLo - Lowest published toxic dose

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Oral

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - rat

DOSE/DURATION :

730 gm/kg/2Y-C

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Tumorigenic - Carcinogenic by RTECS criteria Liver - tumors

TYPE OF TEST :

TDLo - Lowest published toxic dose

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Oral

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - mouse

DOSE/DURATION :

1640 gm/kg/65W-C

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Tumorigenic - Carcinogenic by RTECS criteria Liver - tumors

TYPE OF TEST :

TDLo - Lowest published toxic dose

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Implant

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - mouse

DOSE/DURATION :

80 mg/kg

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Tumorigenic - Carcinogenic by RTECS criteria Kidney, Ureter, Bladder - tumors

TYPE OF TEST :

TD - Toxic dose (other than lowest)

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Oral

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - mouse

DOSE/DURATION :

1140 gm/kg/68W-C

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Tumorigenic - equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS criteria Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration - tumors Liver - tumors

TYPE OF TEST :

TD - Toxic dose (other than lowest)

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Oral

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - rat

DOSE/DURATION :

200 gm/kg/24W-C

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Tumorigenic - neoplastic by RTECS criteria Liver - tumors

MUTATION DATA

TYPE OF TEST :

Mutation in microorganisms

TEST SYSTEM :

Rodent - mouse Lymphocyte

DOSE/DURATION :

1701 mg/L

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