Material Safety Data Sheet
Basic red 
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Basic red 
Catalog Numbers: 86-65122

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS# 3068-39-1
Chemical Name: Basic red 
Percent  97%
EINECS/ELINCS: 221-326-1
Hazard Symbols: N/A
Risk Phrases: N/A

Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]
* Classification of the substance or mixture
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
* Label elements
The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws.
* Other hazards - none                             

Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. Cause irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin

Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Chronic: No information found.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures 
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
Skin: Wash after each contact.
Eye: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention if symptoms are present.
Ingestion: Drink 1-2 glasses of water. Seek medical attention.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures 
Flash Point: Not applicable.
* Extinguishing Media: Water spray; Dry chemical; Carbon dioxide.
* Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
* Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Fire or excessive heat may produce hazardous decomposition products..

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures 
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
* Keep from contact with oxidizing materials.
* Handling Precautions: In accordance with good industrial practice, handle with care and avoid unnecessary personal contact. Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged or repeated skin contact. Avoid continuous or repetitive breathing of dust. Use only with adequate ventilation.
For laboratory use by technically qualified individual only.
* Shipping and Storing Precautions: Keep container tightly closed when not in use and during transport.
* Personal Hygiene: Wash thoroughly after handling.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection 
Engineering Controls: Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Personal Protective Equipment
* Ventilation: Good general room ventilation is recommended. Local exhaust may be needed.
* Respiratory Protection: A NIOSH approved dust respirator should be worn, if needed.
* Skin and Eye Protection: Protective gloves should be worn. Safety glasses should be worn.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties 
Physical State: Powder
Color: Bronzy red
Odor: no significant odor
pH: Not available.

Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available
Freezing/Melting Point: Approximately 315°C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: Not available
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Not available
Specific Gravity/Density: (water=1): 1.26
Solubility: 30 grams/liter
Molecular Formula: C27H29N2O3.Cl
Molecular Weight: 464.98

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
* Stability: Stable.
* Incompatibility: Strong oxidizers.
* Hazardous Decomposition Products: Combustion will produce carbon dioxide and probably carbon monoxide. Hydrogen chloride gas will also be present.
* Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information 
A. EXPOSURE LIMITS: Oral-rat LD50:~450mg/kg
The following data pertains to the ethyl ester. No comparable data is available for the methyl ester.
               Subcutaneous-rat TDL0:100mg/kg
               Intraparitoneal-mouse LD50:2mg/kg
               Intraparitoneal-rat LD50:1.95mg/kg
               Non-mutagenic (Ames Test)
               Carcinogenic Review: animal positive
               IARC: Listed in IARC 16(1989) 233
B. EXPOSURE EFFECTS: There is limited evidence for animal carcinogenicity and no adequate data for human carcinogenicity for this dye. It is not classifiable as to its human carcinogenicity..
Other Studies: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.

Section 12 - Ecological Information 
Additional ecological information:
General notes:

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Recommendation: Sweep up material and package for safe feed to an incinerator. Dispose by incineration or contract with licensed chemical waste disposal agency.
Follow all federal, state and local laws.

Section 14 - Transport Information 
Shipping Name: N,N-Thiocarbonyldiimidazole
UN Number: Not available
Packing Group: Not available
WGK Germany: 3

Section 15 - Regulatory Information 
* Dot Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated as a hazardous material by the U.S. Dept. of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table.
* Dot Class: None.
* Dot Number: None.
* RCRA Status: Not a hazardous waste under RCRA (40 CFR 261).
* CERCLA Status: Not listed.
* SARA/Title III - Toxic Chemicals List: This product does not contain a toxic chemical for routine annual "Toxic Chemical Release Reporting" under SEC. 313 (40 CFR 372).
* TSCA Inventory Status: Chemical components listed on TSCA inventory.
Information about limitation of use: Employment restrictions concerning young persons must be observed. For use only by technically qualified individuals.

Section 16 - Additional Information
While the information herein is believed to be reliable, it is furnished without warranty of any kind. It shall be used only as a guide. We assume no liabilities from the use of this product or information contained herein.