Product Identification

Product Name

Vat Orange 7

Synonyms

Bisbenzimidazo(2,1-b:2',1'-i)benzo(lmn)(3,8)phenanthroline-8,17-dione
Fenanthren Brilliant Orange GR
Indanthrene Brilliant Orange GR
Pigment Brilliant Orange Anthraquinone
Pigment Orange 43
Vat Brilliant Orange

CAS

4424-06-0

Formula

C26H12N4O2

Molecular Weight

412.42

EINECS

224-597-4

RTECS

DX1000000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

61891

Beilstein Reference

4-26-00-02613

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Fine orange powder.

Usage

Pigment allowed in cosmetic products and tattoos.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If the exposed person is convulsing or unconscious, you should not attempt first aid. Transport immediately to a hospital emergency room or poison control center. If the victim is conscious, administer large volumes of liquid then immediately INDUCE VOMITING. Transport at once to a medical facility.

Inhalation

If any of your personnel should inhale this substance you should remove them immediately to open air. If symptoms develop, seek medical attention.

Skin

You should remove all contaminated clothing and flood skin with water. Wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms persist or develop, seek medical attention.

Eyes

Check for contact lenses and remove them at once if present. You should then immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Do not use oil or ointment in eyes. Arrange immediate transportation to a medical facility.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.

Respirators

Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.

Exposure Effects

The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Fires involving this compound can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher.

Fire Potential

This material is probably combustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

If a spill of this chemical occurs, FIRST REMOVE ALL SOURCES OF IGNITION, then you should dampen the solid spill material with acetone and transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with acetone to pick up any remaining material. Seal your contaminated clothing and the absorbent paper in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent wash all contaminated surfaces with acetone followed by washing with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.