Vat Blue 4

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Section II.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Chemical NameCAS Number Percent (%)TLV/PELToxicology Data
Indanthrone81-77-6--------- Not available.Rat LD50 (oral) 2000mg/kg

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Section III. Hazards Identification
Acute Health EffectsNo specific information is available in our data base regarding the toxic effects of this material for humans. However,
exposure to any chemical should be kept to a minimum. Skin and eye contact may result in irritation. May be harmful if
inhaled or ingested. Always follow safe industrial hygiene practices and wear proper protective equipment when handling
this compound.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
Chronic Health Effects
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
Toxicity to the reproductive system: Not available.
There is no known effect from chronic exposure to this product. Repeated or prolonged exposure to this compound is
not known to aggravate existing medical conditions.

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Section IV.First Aid Measures
Eye ContactCheck for and remove any contact lenses. DO NOT use an eye ointment. Flush eyes with running water for a minimum
of 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Seek medical attention. Treat symptomatically and
supportively.
Skin Contact
If the chemical gets spilled on a clothed portion of the body, remove the contaminated clothes as quickly as possible,
protecting your own hands and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical touches the victim's
exposed skin, such as the hands: 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. Seek
medical attention. Treat symptomatically and supportively. Wash any contaminated clothing before reusing.
InhalationIf the victim is not breathing, perform artificial respiration. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If
breathing is difficult, oxygen can be administered. Seek medical attention. Treat symptomatically and supportively.
IngestionRemove dentures if any. Have conscious person drink several glasses of water or milk. INDUCE VOMITING by sticking
finger in throat. Lower the head so that the vomit will not reenter the mouth and throat. NEVER give an unconscious
person anything to ingest. Seek medical attention. Treat symptomatically and supportively.

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Section V. Fire and Explosion Data
Not available.
FlammabilityCombustible.Auto-Ignition
Flammable Limits
Flash PointsNot available.
Not available.
Combustion ProductsThese products are toxic carbon oxides (CO, CO 2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2).
Fire Hazards
No specific information is available regarding the flammability of this compound in the presence of various materials.
Explosion HazardsRisks 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.
No additional information is available regarding the risks of explosion.
Fire Fighting Media
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemicals, CO 2, water spray or foam.
and InstructionsLARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. DO NOT use water jet.
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Section VI.Accidental Release Measures
Spill CleanupIn case of a spill and/or a leak, always shut off any sources of ignition, ventilate the area, and exercise caution. Use a
Instructionsshovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning the spill by rinsing any
contaminated surfaces with copious amounts of water. Consult federal, state, and/or local authorities for assistance on
disposal.
DSD/Pictogra Handling and Storage
Handling and StorageKeep away from heat and sources of ignition. Mechanical exhaust required. When not in use, tightly seal the container
and store in a dry, cool place. Avoid excessive heat and light. DO NOT breathe dust. In case of insufficient ventilation,
Information
wear suitable respiratory equipment. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the label when possible. Treat
symptomatically and supportively. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Always store away from incompatible compounds such as oxidizing agents.

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Section VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering ControlsUse 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 ProtectionSplash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator must be used 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 IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
Solubility
Physical state @ 20°CPowder.Insoluble in cold water, hot water,
methanol, diethyl ether, acetone.
Not available.
Specific Gravity
Molecular Weight442.43Partition CoefficientNot available.
Boiling PointNot available.Vapor PressureNot available.
Melting PointNot available.Vapor DensityNot available.
Not available.VolatilityNot available.
Refractive Index
Critical TemperatureOdorNot available.
Not available.
ViscosityNot available.TasteNot available.

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Section X.Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability

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This material is stable if stored under proper conditions. (See Section VII for instructions)
Conditions of Instability
Avoid excessive heat and light.
Incompatibilities
Reactive with strong oxidizing agents.

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Section XI. Toxicological Information
RTECS NumberCB8761100
Routes of ExposureEye contact. Ingestion. Inhalation.
Rat LD50 (oral) 2000mg/kg
Toxicity Data
Chronic Toxic EffectsCARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
Toxicity to the reproductive system: Not available.
There is no known effect from chronic exposure to this product. Repeated or prolonged exposure to this compound is not
known to aggravate existing medical conditions.
Acute Toxic EffectsNo specific information is available in our data base regarding the toxic effects of this material for humans. However,
exposure to any chemical should be kept to a minimum. Skin and eye contact may result in irritation. May be harmful if
inhaled or ingested. Always follow safe industrial hygiene practices and wear proper protective equipment when handling
this compound.
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Section XII.Ecological Information
EcotoxicityNot available.
Environmental FateNot available.

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Section XIII. Disposal Considerations
Recycle to process, if possible. Consult your local or regional authorities. You may be able to dissolve or mix material with
Waste Disposal
a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber system. Observe all
federal, state, and local regulations when disposing of this substance.

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Section XIV. Transport Information
DOT ClassificationNot a DOT controlled material (United States).
PIN NumberNot available.
Proper Shipping Name
Not available.
Packing Group (PG)Not available.
DOT Pictograms

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Section XV. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
TSCA Chemical InventoryThis product is ON the EPA Toxic substances control act (TSCA) inventory.
(EPA)
WHMIS Classification
Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
(Canada)
EINECS Number (EEC) Not available.
EEC Risk StatementsNot available.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A

DATA ITEMS CITED :

6

MOLECULAR FORMULA :

C28-H14-N2-O4

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY DATA

TYPE OF TEST :

LD50 - Lethal dose, 50 percent kill

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Oral

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - rat

DOSE/DURATION :

2 gm/kg

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Details of toxic effects not reported other than lethal dose value

REFERENCE :

FAONAU FAO Nutrition Meetings Report Series. (Rome, Italy) No.?-57, 1948-77. Discontinued. Volume(issue)/page/year: 38B,60,1966

TYPE OF TEST :

LD50 - Lethal dose, 50 percent kill

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Intratracheal

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - rat

DOSE/DURATION :

250 mg/kg

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Details of toxic effects not reported other than lethal dose value

REFERENCE :

85JCAE "Prehled Prumyslove Toxikologie; Organicke Latky," Marhold, J., Prague, Czechoslovakia, Avicenum, 1986 Volume(issue)/page/year: -,1327,1986 *** NIOSH STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT AND SURVEILLANCE DATA *** NIOSH OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE SURVEY DATA : NOHS - National Occupational Hazard Survey (1974) NOHS Hazard Code - M4604 No. of Facilities: 79 (estimated) No. of Industries: 2 No. of Occupations: 4 No. of Employees: 563 (estimated) NOES - National Occupational Exposure Survey (1983) NOES Hazard Code - M4604 No. of Facilities: 86 (estimated) No. of Industries: 5 No. of Occupations: 8 No. of Employees: 22663 (estimated) No. of Female Employees: 16700 (estimated)