Section I.Chemical Product and Company Identification
Chemical Name Food Yellow No. 4 Aluminum Lake
Portland OR
Synonym C.I. Pigment yellow 100 (9CI)
Aluminum, 4,5-dihydro-5-oxo-1-(4-sulfophenyl)-4-
[(sulfophenyl)azo]-1H-pyrazole-3-carboxylic acid complex
(9CI)
Chemical Formula Unspecified
CAS Number 12227-69-9
Section II. Composition and Information on Ingredients
CAS Number Percent (%) TLV/PEL Toxicology Data
Chemical Name
Food Yellow No. 4 Aluminum Lake ---------- Not available. Not available.
12227-69-9
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.
Chronic Health Effects CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
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. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
Inhalation If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, oxygen can be administered. Seek medical attention if respiration problems do not
improve.
INDUCE VOMITING by sticking finger in throat. Lower the head so that the vomit will not reenter the mouth and throat.
Ingestion
Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. 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 in case of ingestion of a radioactive material.
Section V. Fire and Explosion Data
Not available.
Flammability May be combustible at high temperature. Auto-Ignition
Flammable Limits
Flash Points Not available.
Not available.
Combustion Products These products include toxic carbon oxides (CO,CO 2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur oxides (SOx) , metallic oxides.
Fire Hazards
Not available.
Explosion Hazards Risks 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.
Fire Fighting Media
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and Instructions LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. DO NOT use water jet.
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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 excercise caution. Use a
Instructions shovel to put 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 Keep away from heat. 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.
Information
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. Be sure to use a MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator or
equivalent. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits Not available.
Section IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
Powder. Solubility
Physical state @ 20°C Not available.
Not available.
Specific Gravity
Molecular Weight Not available. Partition Coefficient Not available.
Boiling Point
Not available. Vapor Pressure Not applicable.
Melting Point Not available. Vapor Density Not available.
Refractive Index Not available. Volatility Not available.
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.
Incompatibilities
Reactive with oxidizing agents.
Section XI. Toxicological Information
RTECS Number Not available.
Eye Contact. Ingestion. inhalation.
Routes of Exposure
Toxicity Data Not available.
Chronic Toxic Effects CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
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 regional authorities. You may be able to dissove or mix material with a
Waste Disposal
combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber system. Observe all
federal, state and locl regulations when disposing of the 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 compound is ON the EPA Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory list.
(EPA)
WHMIS Classification
not available
(Canada)
EINECS Number (EEC) 235-428-9
EEC Risk Statements not available
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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