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Product Name: Safflower Yellow
Chemical Name: Hydroxysafflor Yellow A
CAS Number: 82030-01-9
Recommended Uses: Coloring agent for food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and laboratory reagents
Manufacturer: Details provided upon request or on product label
Contact Information: Supplied by distributor or manufacturer, including emergency phone numbers
Formula: C27H32O16
Synonyms: Safflower extract, Natural Yellow 16, Carthamus yellow
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria for typical use; irritation risk if inhaled or in eyes
Label Elements: No signal word required by GHS; precautionary statements may include “Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing”
Health Hazards: May cause minor irritation on skin or eyes; ingestion of large amounts could cause gastrointestinal discomfort
Environmental Hazards: Not regarded as significantly hazardous to aquatic life under intended use scenarios
Other Risks: Excessive dust can irritate airways, especially in poorly ventilated spaces or for people with allergies
Main Ingredient: Hydroxysafflor Yellow A, purity may exceed 90%
Other Components: Moisture, minor flavonoids, water-soluble polysaccharides, trace plant protein
Impurities: Plant fiber from extraction process, stabilizers or anti-caking agents in some commercial powders
Typical Content: Safflower extract with variable concentration by source and supplier
Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for 15 minutes, holding eyelids open; seek medical advice if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash affected area with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing and launder before wearing again
Inhalation: Move to fresh air immediately; provide oxygen if difficulty breathing develops; consult healthcare if symptoms linger
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly; drink water to dilute, do not induce vomiting unless recommended by medical professionals; seek help for ongoing symptoms
Notes to Physicians: Treat symptomatically; no specific antidote exists; mostly supportive measures required
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide; avoid high pressure water streams which could spread the material
Special Fire Hazards: Dust generated by the material can form explosive mixtures with air under certain conditions; high heat causes decomposition to carbon oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Special Procedures: Cool sealed containers nearby with water spray to prevent rupture; suppress dust if possible
Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possible minor organic compounds
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment to prevent inhalation or skin contact; ensure adequate ventilation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, sewers, or surface water bodies, especially in raw powder form
Clean-up Methods: Carefully sweep or vacuum up spillage, using spark-proof tools; avoid generating dust; collect in tight, labeled containers for disposal, clean the spill area thoroughly with water
Reporting: Report significant spills to appropriate authorities if local laws require
Disposal: Gather spill material promptly to minimize dust exposure and prevent environmental contamination
Handling: Use in well-ventilated spaces; minimize dust generation and accumulation; avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing; use respiratory protection if dust exposure exceeds recommended limits
Storage Conditions: Place in cool, dry, well-ventilated area; keep containers tightly closed; store separately from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers; protect from light and heat
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, direct sources of ignition, moisture in excess quantities
Handling Precautions: Practice good hygiene when handling; wash hands and face thoroughly after use
Exposure Limits: No established exposure limits; minimize exposure as much as practical
Engineering Controls: Where dust forms, install local exhaust systems or general ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear safety glasses or goggles, dustproof gloves, and lab coat or apron; use NIOSH-approved dust mask or respirator if airborne particles may be created
Work Hygiene: Clean work areas regularly, avoid eating, drinking, or smoking while handling materials; wash after handling
Appearance: Fine yellow to orange powder; may appear as granules in some preparations
Odor: Faint, characteristic plant odor
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH (1% solution): Typically 5.0–7.0
Melting Point: Not precisely defined; decomposes at higher temperatures
Boiling Point: Not applicable, decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not available, organic powder
Flammability: Combustible as organic dust
Solubility: Soluble in water and ethanol, insoluble in non-polar solvents
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): Data not available
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Density: Around 1.5–1.7 g/cm³
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Viscosity: Not applicable in solid form
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard storage and handling conditions; may degrade with prolonged exposure to light, moisture, or high temperature
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to direct sunlight, excessive heat, uncontrolled humidity, and incompatible materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, bases
Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition can generate carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and minor organic vapors
Hazardous Reactions: Not likely under normal storage or use; dust explosion risk with large airborne concentrations in confined spaces
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity profile; may cause mild gastrointestinal upset if consumed in large quantities
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Rare cases of mild irritation with prolonged or repeated contact
Eye Damage/Irritation: Dust or powder may cause redness or watering
Respiratory Sensitization: Dust might trigger symptoms in sensitive individuals, such as sneezing or mild bronchial irritation
Chronic Toxicity: No evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity in published studies at typical exposure levels
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing respiratory allergies may worsen if high dust exposure occurs
Environmental Fate: Biodegradable plant-derived pigment; expected to degrade in soil and water with standard microbial action
Aquatic Toxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic organisms at environmental concentrations used for coloring
Persistence and Degradability: Breaks down in nature through natural processes; does not accumulate
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate in aquatic or terrestrial food chains
Mobility in Soil: Water-soluble component disperses easily in soil and surface water
Other Adverse Effects: Commercial forms rarely contain heavy metals or persistent organic pollutants
Product Disposal: Can be disposed of with general waste, taking local regulations into account; avoid massive release to wastewater or open soil
Packaging Disposal: Rinse and recycle empty containers or dispose of them in accordance with regional, national, and local laws
Special Guidelines: Confirm disposal practices with environmental authorities if uncertainty exists about safe disposal; minimize environmental impact by following waste minimization best practices
Contaminated Packaging: Handle as product waste; clean before recycling where regulations permit
UN Number: Not assigned
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated as hazardous for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not assigned
Transport Labels: No special label required for domestic or international shipment; ship in well-sealed and labeled containers
Special Precautions: Protect from moisture, excessive vibration, and impact during transit; avoid conditions that could rupture product packaging and create dust
Regulatory Listings: Safflower yellow is listed as a food colorant in several countries and approved by regulatory agencies for use in food, drug, and cosmetic products
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous as per current GHS guidelines
Inventory Status: Included on most major chemical inventories such as TSCA, EINECS, or similar depending on jurisdiction
Labeling Requirements: Typical consumer products declare natural color on ingredient panel; industrial or bulk labels follow GHS-compliant communication
Restrictions: Limits set by regulatory bodies on maximum allowable concentrations in food and beverages; pay attention to updates from FDA, EFSA, CFDA, or relevant national regulators
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