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Product Name: Amaranth
Synonyms: Food Red 9, Acid Red 27, C.I. 16185
Chemical Formula: C20H11N2Na3O10S3
CAS Number: 915-67-3
Recommended Uses: Food coloring, dye for research, laboratory chemical
Supplier Information: Manufacturer or distributor name, emergency phone number, address, business phone, email contact for safety inquiries
Emergency Phone: Local emergency numbers, poison information center, Chemtrec (for US shipments)
TDG Classification: Non-hazardous for transport
Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous for GHS criteria
Label Elements: No pictogram required
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin and eye irritation, can be harmful if ingested in large quantities
Precautionary Statements: Wash thoroughly after handling, avoid contact with eyes, wash hands before eating, do not inhale dust
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eyes
Main Component: Amaranth Dye (C20H11N2Na3O10S3), concentration: typically >95%
Impurities: Sodium chloride, sodium sulfate, other trace contaminants from synthesis
Other Ingredients: None for pure compound, may appear in commercial preparations as mixture with stabilizers
General Advice: Remove affected individual from exposure promptly to fresh air
Inhalation: Move to area with fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash skin well with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, medical attention for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse carefully with water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids occasionally, remove contact lenses if safe, get medical help for discomfort
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, seek medical attention, do not induce vomiting unless directed by a medical professional
Most Important Symptoms: Irritation, redness of eyes and skin, possible stomach upset if swallowed
Notes for Doctor: Treat symptomatically, exposure is usually minor, no specific antidote required
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Media: Direct water stream on burning powder
Fire Hazards: Product may decompose to emit toxic fumes (oxides of sulphur, nitrogen, sodium compounds)
Protection for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing recommended
Special Procedures: Contain run-off to prevent environmental contamination, ventilate area
Explosion Data: Not expected to pose explosion risks under normal storage and use
Flammability: Product is not highly flammable under standard conditions
Personal Precautions: Avoid breathing dust, wear gloves and eye protection
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, drains, or waterways
Clean-Up Methods: Sweep or scoop up spilled powder, place in properly labeled containers for disposal, dispose with local regulations
Decontamination: Wash area with water after material removal, ventilate where possible
Special Notes: Avoid creating airborne dust, keep unnecessary personnel away from spill area
Handling Precautions: Use in well-ventilated areas, avoid generating dust, avoid contact with eyes and skin, wash hands after handling
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly closed containers in cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from incompatible materials like strong oxidizers
Storage Incompatibilities: Strong acids, oxidizing agents, strong bases
Protection from Hazards: Keep container upright and tightly sealed to prevent leaks, avoid long-term exposure to heat and light
Recommendations: Store away from food, animal feed, medicines, and children
Engineering Controls: Use local and general exhaust ventilation to minimize airborne exposure, use closed process where possible
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits set by NIOSH, OSHA, ACGIH
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask or NIOSH-approved respirator if dust generated
Skin Protection: Wear chemically resistant gloves and laboratory coat, remove contaminated clothing immediately
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or glasses with side protection
General Hygiene: Wash thoroughly after use, do not eat or drink near product, avoid hand-to-mouth contact during handling
Environmental Exposure Control: Prevent spillage to soil and water systems, follow good laboratory waste practices
Appearance: Dark red solid, powder or granules
Odor: Odorless
pH (1% solution): 7-9
Melting Point: Decomposes before melting (around 120-150°C)
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Solubility (Water): Soluble
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable (solid)
Relative Density: About 1.7 (water = 1)
Flash Point: Not flammable
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): No data available
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not determined
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended conditions of storage and handling
Reactivity: Not highly reactive, avoid contact with oxidizing and reducing agents
Stability Under Use: Remains stable under normal laboratory or industrial conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulphur oxides, nitrogen oxides, sodium oxides, possible toxic fumes under fire
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions to Avoid: Strong heating, direct sunlight, exposure to strong acids, and oxidizing agents
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 in rat estimated at 11 g/kg (moderately toxic)
Chronic Toxicity: Amaranth has been linked to some negative health effects in laboratory animals (tumor formation, reproductive toxicity in high doses), long-term relevance to humans remains under study
Skin Contact: May cause mild irritation
Eye Contact: Possible mild irritation, redness
Inhalation: May cause mild irritation of respiratory tract if dust inhaled
Ingestion: Can cause nausea and stomach upset, not highly toxic in small quantities
Carcinogenicity: IARC: Not classified; Amaranth banned in food in some regions due to possible carcinogenicity but permitted elsewhere for non-food use
Mutagenicity & Reproductive Toxicity: Some positive results in animal studies; insufficient direct evidence in humans
Sensitization: No known skin sensitization
Ecotoxicity: Not acutely toxic to aquatic or terrestrial life at typical concentrations, may cause staining of water or soil
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, can persist in environment
Bioaccumulation: Low potential for bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: Water soluble, migrates easily in water, binds weakly to soil particles
Aquatic Environmental Impact: May cause short-term discoloration of surface water which can affect light penetration for aquatic plants
Additional Notes: Prevent large discharges to the environment, local wastewater treatment will reduce concentrations
Product Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations; avoid uncontrolled disposal into drains, surface water, or soil
Container Disposal: Rinse thoroughly, dispose as non-hazardous waste if clean, otherwise follow chemical container regulations
Recommended Method: Incineration or landfill in approved site, do not reuse for food or animal feed
Precautions: Prevent dust emission during handling of waste, label all waste containers clearly
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated as hazardous
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not assigned
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Transport Precautions: Avoid packaging rupture, keep dry and sealed during transport
ADR/RID, IMDG, ICAO/IATA: Not listed as hazardous for international transport
US Regulations: FDA status: Not permitted as food additive in US; TSCA listed
International Inventory: Listed on Canada DSL/NDSL, EU EINECS, Australia AICS, China IECSC, Japan ENCS, Korea ECL
Labeling Requirements: No hazard labeling required for non-food laboratory use
Risk Phrases: None required under current GHS regulations
SARA Title III: Not listed as hazardous
California Prop 65: Not listed
Workplace Classification: Not considered hazardous under US OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
REACH Compliance: Registration required for import/use in EU above 1 tonne per year
Other EU Information: Not allowed in food as per Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008
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