NILE CHEMICALS

  Methyl Orange

1. Product Identification

Synonyms: C.I.13025; (p-[[p-(Dimethylamino)phenyl]azo]benzenesulfonic Acid,Sodium Salt)
CAS No.: 547-58-0
Molecular Weight: 327.34
Chemical Formula: 4-(CH3)2NC6H4N:NC6H4-4-SO3Na


2. Composition/Information on Ingredients

   Ingredient                                CAS No         Percent        Hazardous                                 
  ---------------------------------------   ------------   ------------   ---------  
 
  C.I. Acid Orange 52                       547-58-0         90 - 100%       Yes                                                                   
 

3. Hazards Identification

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Health Rating: 2 - Moderate (Poison)
Flammability Rating: 1 - Slight
Reactivity Rating: 1 - Slight
Contact Rating: 1 - Slight
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES
Storage Color Code: Blue (Health)
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Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:May cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include coughing and shortness of breath.
Ingestion:Toxic. Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Skin Contact:Mild irritant, may cause local redness.
Eye Contact:Causes mild irritation, possible reddening.
Chronic Exposure:No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:No information found.


4. First Aid Measures

Inhalation:Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Ingestion:Induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact:Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Eye Contact:Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately.


5. Fire Fighting Measures

Fire:May pose a slight fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
Explosion:Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media:Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire. Water or foam may cause frothing.
Special Information:In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.


6. Accidental Release Measures

Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8. Spills: Sweep up and containerize for reclamation or disposal. Vacuuming or wet sweeping may be used to avoid dust dispersal.


7. Handling and Storage

Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical damage. Isolate from any source of heat or ignition. Isolate from oxidizing materials. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.


8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Airborne Exposure Limits:None established.
Ventilation System:A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures as low as possible. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work area. Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practices, most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):For conditions of use where exposure to dust or mist is apparent and engineering controls are not feasible, a particulate respirator (NIOSH type N95 or better filters) may be worn. If oil particles (e.g. lubricants, cutting fluids, glycerine, etc.) are present, use a NIOSH type R or P filter. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-face positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection:Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.
Eye Protection:Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where dusting or splashing of solutions is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.


9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: Orange-yellow powder.
Odor: Odorless.
Solubility: Soluble in 500 parts water.
Specific Gravity: 1.00
pH: No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F): 0
Boiling Point: No information found.
Melting Point: No information found.
Vapor Density (Air=1): No information found.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): Not applicable.
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): No information found.


10. Stability and Reactivity

Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May form carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur oxides when heated to decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, ignition sources and incompatibles.


11. Toxicological Information

Oral rat LD50: 60 mg/kg; investigated as a mutagen.
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                                         ---NTP Carcinogen---
  Ingredient                             Known    Anticipated    IARC Category
  ------------------------------------   -----    -----------    -------------
  C.I. Acid Orange 52 (547-58-0)          No          No            None

12. Ecological Information

Environmental Fate:When released into the soil, this material may leach into groundwater. When released into water, this material is not expected to evaporate significantly. This material has an estimated bioconcentration factor (BCF) of less than 100. When released into the air, this material is expected to be readily removed from the atmosphere by wet deposition.
Environmental Toxicity:No information found.


13. Disposal Considerations

Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.


14. Transport Information

Domestic (Land, D.O.T.)
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Proper Shipping Name: TOXIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (METHYL ORANGE, SODIUM SALT)
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN/NA: UN2811
Packing Group: III
Information reported for product/size: 12KG
International (Water, I.M.O.)
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Proper Shipping Name: TOXIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (METHYL ORANGE, SODIUM SALT)
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN/NA: UN2811
Packing Group: III
Information reported for product/size: 12KG
International (Air, I.C.A.O.)
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Proper Shipping Name: TOXIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (METHYL ORANGE, SODIUM SALT)
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN/NA: UN2811
Packing Group: III
Information reported for product/size: 12KG


15. Regulatory Information

  --------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
  Ingredient                                       TSCA  EC   Japan  Australia
  -----------------------------------------------  ----  ---  -----  ---------
  C.I. Acid Orange 52 (547-58-0)                    Yes  Yes   Yes      Yes                                      
 
  --------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
                                                          --Canada--
  Ingredient                                       Korea  DSL   NDSL  Phil.
  -----------------------------------------------  -----  ---   ----  -----
  C.I. Acid Orange 52 (547-58-0)                    Yes   Yes   No     Yes          
 
  --------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
                                             -SARA 302-    ------SARA 313------
  Ingredient                                 RQ    TPQ     List  Chemical Catg.
  -----------------------------------------  ---   -----   ----  --------------
  C.I. Acid Orange 52 (547-58-0)             No    No      No         No
   --------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
                                                       -RCRA-    -TSCA-
  Ingredient                                 CERCLA     261.33     8(d)
  -----------------------------------------  ------     ------    ------
  C.I. Acid Orange 52 (547-58-0)             No         No         No        
 Chemical Weapons Convention:  No     TSCA 12(b):  No     CDTA:  No
SARA 311/312:  Acute: Yes      Chronic: No   Fire: No  Pressure: No
Reactivity: No          (Pure / Solid)

Australian Hazchem Code: 2(Z)
Poison Schedule: None allocated.
WHMIS:
This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.

16. Other Information

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