Disodium 4,4'-[[2,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-phenylene]bis(azo)]bisnaphthalene-1-sulphonate

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

· General information:

Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.

Seek immediate medical advice.

· After inhalation: Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.

· After skin contact: Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.

· After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.

· After swallowing: If symptoms persist consult doctor.

· Information for doctor: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing agents:

CO2, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

· Protective equipment: Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

Accidental release measures

· Person-related safety precautions:

Ensure adequate ventilation

Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing.

· Measures for environmental protection: Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.

· Measures for cleaning/collecting: Sweep up spilled substance carefully, then clean with water.

Handling and storage

· Handling:

· Information for safe handling: The usual precautions taken when handling dyes should be observed.

· Information about fire - and explosion protection: Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.

· Storage:

· Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: Store in tightly sealed containers.

· Information about storage in one common storage facility: Store away from incompatible materials.

· Further information about storage conditions: Store in a cool dry place with good ventilation.

· Specific applications Food Colouring agent

Transport information

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

· Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: Not required.

· Additional information: The lists valid during the making were used as basis.

· Personal protective equipment:

· General protective and hygienic measures:

The usual precautionary measures are to be adhered to when handling chemicals.

· Respiratory protection: Use breathing protection with high concentration.

· Material of gloves

The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality

and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.

· Penetration time of glove material

The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be

observed.

· Eye protection: Safety glasses

· Body protection: Protective work clothing

Stability and reactivity

· Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:

No decomposition if used according to specifications.

Protect from moisture.

· Materials to be avoided: Strong reducing agents, Decolorizing agents, Strong acids & alkalies.

· Dangerous reactions No dangerous reactions known.

· Dangerous decomposition products: May form Carbon oxides and Nitrogen Oxides if involved in a fire.

Disposal considerations

· Product:

· Recommendation Smaller quantities can be disposed of with household waste.

· Uncleaned packaging:

· Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.