Product Identification

Product Name

Fast Yellow G

Synonyms

2-[(4-Methyl-2-nitrophenyl)azo]-3-oxo-N-phenylbutyramide
Accosperse Hansa Yellow G
Acrylamide Yellow G
Carnelio Yellow G
Chromatex Yellow J
Fast Yellow J

CAS

2512-29-0

Formula

C17H16N4O4

Molecular Weight

340.34

EINECS

219-730-8

Beilstein/Gmelin

935989

Beilstein Reference

5-16

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Boiling Point

547

Vapor Pressure

5E-12 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

7.79 (pKa)

Heat Of Vaporization

82.6 kJ/mol

Usage

Uses include coatings and printing inks, pigment in paint, printing ink, paper coating and wallpaper, pigment for viscose and linoleum, pigment for textile printing and leather finishes, colorant for phenolformaldehyde, vinyl and other plastics, paints and printing inks, emulsion paints and distempers, paper coating and wallpaper, mass coloration of viscose and in linoleum. Use in lacquers limited by solvent solubility and in rubber although its solubility is a disadvantage. Also used in textile printing, leather finishes and in pf, uf and vinyl plastics.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

284

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Exposure Effects

Properties of this material have not yet been prepared. Any recommendations are of a general nature. Many chemicals cause irritation of the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. In severe cases respiratory tract irritation can progress to ARDS/acute lung injury which may be delayed in onset for up to 24 to 72 hours in some cases Irritation or burns of the esophagus or gastrointestinal tract are also possible if caustic or irritant chemicals are ingested. ALWAYS contact your local poision control authority or medical professional for assistance.