Section I.Chemical Product and Company Identification
Chemical Name Indigotetrasulfonate Tetrapotassium Salt
Portland OR
Synonym C.I.73020
C16H6K4N2O14S4•xH2O
Chemical Formula
CAS Number 28699-96-9
Section II. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Chemical Name CAS Number Percent (%) TLV/PEL Toxicology Data
Indigotetrasulfonate Tetrapotassium Salt 28699-96-9 ---------- Not available. Not available.
Section III. Hazards Identification
Acute Health Effects No 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.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: 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.
Section IV. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check 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.
If the victim is not breathing, perform artificial respiration. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If
Inhalation
breathing is difficult, oxygen can be administered. Seek medical attention. Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Ingestion INDUCE VOMITING by sticking finger in throat. Lower the head so that the vomit will not reenter the mouth and throat.
Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt, or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, administer artificial respiration.
Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible indication that the toxic material
was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. Seek immediate medical attention and, if possible,
show the chemical label. Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section V. Fire and Explosion Data
Not available.
Flammability Combustible. Auto-Ignition
Flash Points Flammable Limits Not available.
Not available.
Combustion Products
These products are toxic carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2), sulfur oxides (SO2, SO3...). Some metallic
oxides.
Fire Hazards
No specific information is available regarding the flammability of this compound in the presence of various materials.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Explosion Hazards
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.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. DO NOT use water jet.
and Instructions
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Section VI. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Cleanup In case of a spill and/or a leak, always shut off any sources of ignition, ventilate the area, and exercise caution. Use a
Instructions shovel 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.
Section VII. Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage LIGHT SENSITIVE. Keep 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
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insufficient ventilation, 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.
Section VIII. 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. 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 Limits Not available.
Section IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state @ 20°C Dark purple powder. Solubility
Not available.
Not available.
Specific Gravity
Molecular Weight 734.89 (Anh) Partition Coefficient
Not available.
Boiling Point Not available. Vapor Pressure Not available.
Melting Point Not available. Vapor Density Not available.
Not available. Not available.
Refractive Index Volatility
Critical Temperature Not available. Odor Not available.
Viscosity Not available. Taste Not available.
Section X. Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability
This material is stable if stored under proper conditions. (See Section VII for instructions)
Conditions of Instability
Avoid excessive heat and light. Air and light sensitive.
Incompatibilities
Reactive with oxidizing agents.
Section XI. Toxicological Information
RTECS Number Not available.
Routes of Exposure Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Not available.
Toxicity Data
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
Chronic Toxic Effects
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: 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 Effects No 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
Ecotoxicity Not available.
Environmental Fate Not available.
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.
Section XIV. Transport Information
DOT Classification Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
PIN Number Not applicable.
Proper Shipping Name
Not applicable.
Packing Group (PG) Not applicable.
DOT Pictograms
Section XV. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
TSCA Chemical Inventory This product is NOT on the EPA Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory. The following notices are required by 40
CFR 720.36 (C) for those products not on the inventory list:
(EPA)
(i) These products are supplied solely for use in research and development by or under the supervision of a technically
qualified individual as defined in 40 CFR 720.0 et sec.
(ii) The health risks of these products have not been fully determined. Any information that is or becomes available will be
supplied on an MSDS sheet.
WHMIS Classification Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
(Canada)
EINECS Number (EEC) Not available.
EEC Risk Statements Not available.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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