SAFFRON
Safety Data Sheet 
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      DUDLEY CORPORATION
          	 125 Kenyon Drive
      				          	 Lakewood, New Jersey 08701
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
1. PRODUCT ID: Syn: Natural yellow 6, C.I. 75100. Weight: 328.39.  Formula: C20H24O4
 
2. HAZARDS ID: GHS Classification:  Not a hazardous substance or mixture.
HMIS Classification: Health hazard  0, Flammability   0,  Physical hazards   0			
NFPA Rating: Health hazard  0, Fire     0, Reactivity hazard   0

Potential Effects: Eye: Risk of serious damage to eyes.	Skin: Harmful in contact with skin. 
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. 		Inhalation: Harmful by inhalation. 
2.3: Other Hazards: none

3. COMPOSITION / INFO: 
Chemical Name		 	  	Hazardous
Saffron                                      	                            	      No

4. FIRST AID: Eyes: rinse with plenty of water Skin:. Rinse with plenty of soap & water Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Rinse with water. Inhalation: Move to fresh air.  Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively. 

5. FIRE FIGHTING: Info: wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH & full protective gear. Irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. Hazards: Carbon oxides. Extinguishing: Water spray, dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam, or carbon dioxide.  Flash Pt: N/A. Auto-ignition Temp: N/A  Explosion Limits: N/A

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE: Info: Use proper PPE as indicated in Section8. Spills/Leaks: Sweep up and containerize for reclamation or disposal. Vacuuming or wet sweeping may be used to avoid dust dispersal.  Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the PPE section.  Avoid generating dusty conditions.  Provide ventilation.
 
7. HANDLING & STORAGE: Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Wash clothing before reuse. Avoid breathing dust.  
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 a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. 
Chemical 			ACGIH                      NIOSH                  OSHA – Final/Vacated PELs 
Saffron                            	              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 EN 166. Skin: Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. Respirators:  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 & CHEM: Appearance: Red-yellow Fiber. Odor: Strong, peculiar, aromatic odor.  

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY: Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions of use & storage.  Avoid: Dust generation, & oxidizers, Exposure to air or moisture over prolonged periods. Incompatibilities: Oxidizers. Haz Decomp: see section 5

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFO: RTECS#: HL7380000   LD50/LC50: N/A 
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
 
12. ECOLOGICAL INFO: No data available.

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 REGULATIONS: Not regulated. 

15. REGULATORY INFO: SARA 311/312:  None
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ/RQ.
Section 313 No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
STATE is not present on state lists from CA, MN, MA, FL. 
PA Right to Know: Crocin  CAS#425553-65-1 NJ Right to Know: Crocin  CAS#425553-65-1
California Prop.65 components: None of the chemicals are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

EUROPEAN/INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives 
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)CAS#42553-65-1:  No information available. 
Canada - DSL/NDSL  CAS# 42553-65-1 is not listed on Canada’s DSL List. 
Canada – WHMIS  WHMIS:  Not available.
 CAS# 42553-65-1 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.