SIGMA-ALDRICH



                         Material Safety Data Sheet



                                                  Date Printed: 19/OCT/2004

                                                  Date Updated: 13/MAR/2004

                                                                Version 1.1

                                                    According to 91/155/EEC





1 - Product and Company Information



Product Name                   ACID VIOLET 17 (C.I. 42650)

Product Number                 210579



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

ACID VIOLET 17                        4129-84-4    223-942-6   None



Formula             C41H45N3O6S2.Na

Molecular Weight    761.94 AMU



3 - Hazards Identification







4 - First Aid Measures



AFTER INHALATION

   If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give

   artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.



AFTER INGESTION

   If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is

   conscious. Call a physician.



5 - Fire Fighting Measures



EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

   Suitable: Carbon dioxide. Dry chemical powder. Water spray.



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



HANDLING

   Directions for Safe Handling: Use protective clothing, gloves,

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

   and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.



STORAGE

   Conditions of Storage: Keep container closed. Store in a cool

   dry place.



8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection



ENGINEERING CONTROLS

   Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.



GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES

   Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before

   reuse.



PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

   Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.



9 - Physical and Chemical Properties



Appearance                Color: Deep violet

                          Form: Powder



Property                  Value                At Temperature or Pressure



pH                        N/A

BP/BP Range               N/A

MP/MP Range               N/A

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

   Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.



HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

   Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide,

   Nitrogen oxides, Sulfur oxides.



11 - Toxicological Information



SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE

   To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and

   toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.



ROUTE OF EXPOSURE

   Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.

   Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.

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

   skin absorption.



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

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

   or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.





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   Copyright 2004 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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