SIGMA-ALDRICH



                         Material Safety Data Sheet



                                                 Date Printed: 23/FEB/2005

                                                 Date Updated: 16/MAR/2004

                                                               Version 1.2

                                                   According to 91/155/EEC





1 - Product and Company Information



Product Name                   CELESTINE BLUE (C.I. 51050)

Product Number                 206342



Company                        Sigma-Aldrich Pty, Ltd

                               Unit 2, 14 Anella Avenue

                               Castle Hill NSW 1765

                               Australia

Technical Phone #              +61 2 9841 0555

Fax                            +61 2 9841 0500

Emergency Phone #              +61 2 9841 0566



2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients



Product Name                         CAS #        EC no       Annex I

                                                              Index Number

CELESTINE BLUE                       1562-90-9    216-346-2   None



Formula             C17H18N3O4.Cl

Molecular Weight    363.8 AMU



3 - Hazards Identification







4 - First Aid Measures



AFTER INHALATION

   If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult,

   call a physician.



AFTER SKIN CONTACT

   In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for

   at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.

   Call a physician.



AFTER EYE CONTACT

   In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of

   water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by

   separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.



AFTER INGESTION

   If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is

   conscious. Call a physician.



5 - Fire Fighting Measures



EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

   Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or

   appropriate foam.

SPECIAL RISKS

   Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.



SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS

   Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing

   to prevent contact with skin and eyes.



6 - Accidental Release Measures



PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)

   Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and

   heavy rubber gloves.



METHODS FOR CLEANING UP

   Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid

   raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material

   pickup is complete.



7 - Handling and Storage





8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection



ENGINEERING CONTROLS

   Mechanical exhaust required.



PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

   Special Protective Measures: Wear appropriate government approved

   respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other

   protective clothing.



9 - Physical and Chemical Properties



Appearance              Color: Deep brown

                        Form: Powder



Property                Value                 At Temperature or Pressure



pH                      N/A

BP/BP Range             N/A

MP/MP Range             227 - 230 °C

Flash Point             N/A

Flammability            N/A

Autoignition Temp       N/A

Oxidizing Properties    N/A

Explosive Properties    N/A

Explosion Limits        N/A

Vapor Pressure          N/A

SG/Density              N/A

Partition Coefficient   N/A

Viscosity               N/A

Vapor Density           N/A

Saturated Vapor Conc.   N/A

Evaporation Rate        N/A

Bulk Density            N/A

Decomposition Temp.     N/A

Solvent Content         N/A

Water Content           N/A

Surface Tension         N/A

Conductivity            N/A

Miscellaneous Data      N/A

Solubility              N/A





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10 - Stability and Reactivity



STABILITY

   Stable: Stable.



HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

   Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide,

   Nitrogen oxides, Hydrogen chloride gas.



HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION

   Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur



11 - Toxicological Information



ROUTE OF EXPOSURE

   Multiple Routes: May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or

   skin absorption. May cause irritation.



CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE

   The toxicological properties have not been thoroughly

   investigated.



12 - Ecological Information



No data available.



13 - Disposal Considerations



SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL

   Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn

   in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and

   scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental

   regulations.



14 - Transport Information



RID/ADR

   Non-hazardous for road transport.



IMDG

   Non-hazardous for sea transport.



IATA

   Non-hazardous for air transport.



15 - Regulatory Information



CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES

   S-PHRASES: 22 24/25

     Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.



16 - Other Information



WARRANTY

   The above information is believed to be correct but does not

   purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The

   information in this document is based on the present state of our

   knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to

   appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any

   guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,

   shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or





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   from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice

   or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.

   Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited

   paper copies for internal use only.



DISCLAIMER

   For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.









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