SAFETY DATA SHEET
Congo Red
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Congo Red
Other Names:
Direct red 28, Congo Red4B, Cosmos Red, Cotton Red B, Direct Red R, Direct Red Y, Cotton Red C
Product Number(s):
C093, C0931, C0935
CAS Number:
573-58-0
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia

(07) 4773 9444
www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia

(07) 4773 9444
www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
Carcinogenicity (Category 1B) Reproductive toxicity (Category 2)
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
H361: suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H350: May cause cancer
Precautionary Statement(s)
P201: obtain special instructions before use
P405: Store locked up.
P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P280: Wear protective gloves/eye & face protection
P405: Store locked up
P308 + P313: If exposed or concerned: contact doctor/physician.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available.
Human Health
Inhalation:
Harmful by inhalation.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed.
Eyes:
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Skin:
Harmful in contact with skin.
Environment
No further relevant information available.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Congo Red
573-58-0
100%
-
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Rinse with water. Consult physician.
Inhalation
Move to fresh air. Consult a physician
Skin Contact
Rinse with plenty of soap & water.
Eye Contact
Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 min
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Info: wear self-contaminated breathing apparatus in pressure-demand if necessaryExtinguishing: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam.
HAZCHEM
Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
No special measures required.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use PPE as indicated in Section 8.Spills/Leaks: Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment Section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
Environmental precautions
Not available.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Not available.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use adequate ventilation. May form flammable dust-air mixtures. Keep container tightly closed. Do not get in skin or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale. Wash clothing before reuse.
Conditions for safe storage
Keep away from heat and flame. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep containers tightly closed.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Material
TWA ppm
TWA mg/m3
STEL ppm
STEL mg/m3
Congo Red
-
-
-
-
Engineering controls
Facilities storing or utilising this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. .
Skin protection
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. 0.11mm thick nitrile
Body protection
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure
Respiratory protection
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Dark red to brown powder
Odour
Odourless
pH
6.7 at 10g/l at 20°C (68°F)
Vapour Pressure
Not available.
Density
Not available.
Boiling Point
Not available.
Melting Point
>360°C (>680°F
Solubility
25g/l
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available.
Flash Point
Not available.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not available.
Ignition Temperature
Not available.
Formula
Not available.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
Not available.
Chemical stability
Stable at room temp. in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
See section 5
Conditions to avoid
Incompatible materials, excess heat.
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidising agents.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
RTECS: QK1400000.LD50/LC50: CAS# 573-58-0:Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mgModerate; Oral, rat: LD50=15,200 mg/kg;LDLO Intravenous Human-1.429mg/kgConvulsions/effect on seizure threshold, lungs thorax, dyspnea
Eye contact
No further relevant information available.
Skin contact
No further relevant information available.
Ingestion
No further relevant information available.
Inhalation
No further relevant information available.
Toxicity and irritation
No further relevant information available.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification. RCRA P-Series: None listed. RCRA U-Series: None listed.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
Not available.

UN Number
None.
Proper shipping name
Not regulated.
Transport hazard class
Void
Packing group
None.
Environmental hazard
No information available.
Special precautions for users
No information available.
Additional information
No information available.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
No information available.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
27 March 2017
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.

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