ACID BLUE 9 (BRILLIANT BLUE FCF)

Safety Data Sheet
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Effective Date: January 1, 2025

1. PRODUCT ID: Syn:  Alphazurine FG, C.I. 42090, Erioglaucine disodium salt.  EC-No.:  223-339-8 
CAS No.:  3844-45-9              Weight:  792.84             Formula:  C37H34N2Na2O9S3

2. HAZARDS ID: GHS Class:  None

Potential Effects: Eyes:  May cause eye irritation.  Skin:  May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:  May be harmful if swallowed.  Inhalation:  May be harmful if inhaled.  May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:  There may be danger of cumulative effects
2.3: Other Hazards: none

3. COMPOSITION, INFO ON INGREDIENTS:
Chemical Name 			CAS No.		Percent			Hazardous
Acid Blue 9, disodium salt	 	3844-45-9              87%			     No	

4. FIRST AID: Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water as precaution. Skin: Flush skin with plenty of water Ingestion: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls water or milk to drink. Do NOT induce vomiting. NEVER give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention if irritation or symptoms appear. Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. Physician: Treat symptomatically 

5. FIRE FIGHTING: Info: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH approved or equivalent, and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.  Extinguishing: Use water spray to cool fire expose containers.  Use water spray, dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. Hazards: Carbon, nitrogen, sodium, & Sulfur oxides.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE: Info: Use proper PPE as indicated in Section 8. 
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. 

7. HANDLING & STORAGE: Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation.  Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.  Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.   

8. EXPOSURE: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. Exposure Limits: Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
Chemical 			ACGIH	                NIOSH	OSHA – Final/Vacated PEL’s
Acid Blue 9, disodium salt		None listed	None listed	None listed 

PPE: Eyes: 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: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. 
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. 

9. PHYSICAL & CHEM: Appearance: Dark blue or red to purple Melting Pt:  283° C  (541°F)   Decomp Temp: 283° C         Solubility:    soluble.

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY: Stability: Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage & handling conditions.  Incompatibilities:  Oxidizing agents. Avoid: Incompatibles, dust generation, strong oxidants. 
Haz Decomp: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, oxides of sulfur, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.  Haz Polymerization: Has not been reported.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFO: RTECS:  BQ4725000       LD50/LC50:   Not available.
Carcinogencity: Not carcigenic to humans by ACGIH, IARC (Group 3 not classified), NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. 

12. ECOLOGICAL INFO: toxicity: LC50 rainbow trout – 412 mg/l – 96h  EC50-Water flea – >97 mg/l – 48 h

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: 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 INFO:    Not dangerous goods.
 
15. REGULATORY INFO: Section 313 311/312 No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances   None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ/RQ.
STATE CAS# 3844-45-9 can be found on the following state right to know lists: PA, NJ, MA.   
MA Dihydrogen (ethyl)[4-[4-[ethyl(3-sulphonatobenzyl)]amino]-2’-sulphonatobenzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-s,5dien-1-ylidene](3-sulphonatoben.  PA Dihydrogen (ethyl)[4-[4-[ethyl(3-sulphonatobenzyl)]amino]-2’-sulphonatobenzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-s,5dien-1-ylidene](3-sulphonatoben.  NJ Dihydrogen (ethyl)[4-[4-[ethyl(3-sulphonatobenzyl)]amino]-2’-sulphonatobenzhydrylidene]cyclohexa-s,5dien-1-ylidene](3-sulphonatoben.
California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed. 

EUROPEAN/INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives 
Hazardous Symbols:   XN	WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 3844-45-9:  1
Canada - DSL/NDSLCAS# 3844-45-9 is listed on Canada’s DSL List. 
Canada – WHMIS: This product has WHMIS classification of D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the information required by those regulations.
CAS# 3844-45-9  is not listed on Canada’s Ingredient Disclosure List. 

16. DISCLAIMER INFO: DUDLEY CORPORATION provides the information herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this.  Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. DUDLEY CORPORATION makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, including without limitation and warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the information set forth herein or to the product to which the information refers. Accordingly, DUDLEY CORPORATION will not be responsible for damages resulting from the use of or reliance upon this information.