Product Identification

Product Name

Pigment Green 36

Synonyms

29H,31H-Phthalocyanine, 1,3,8,16,18,24-hexabromo-2,4,9,10,11,15,17,22,23,25-decachloro-, copper complex
Copper, (1,3,8,16,18,24-hexabromo-2,4,9,10,11,15,17,22,23,25-decachlorophthalocyaninato(2-))
Fastogen Green Y
Hostaperm Green 8G
Lionol Green 6YKP
Vynamon Green 6Y

CAS

14302-13-7

Formula

C32Br6Cl10CuN8

Molecular Weight

1393.9

EINECS

238-238-4

RTECS

GL7500000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

NA

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Odorless green-yellowish to green powder.

Usage

Painting and drawing pigment.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.

Inhalation

IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used.

Skin

IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

Eyes

First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

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.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

See inhalation.

Inhalation

Inhalation of the dusts and mists from this type of compound can cause nasal mucous membrane irritation.

Skin

See inhalation.

Eyes

See inhalation

Hazards

Flash point data for this chemical are not available, but it is probably non-flammable.

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

Wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a dust/mist filter.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Fires involving this compound should be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. A water spray can also be used on this chemical.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

If you spill this chemical, FIRST REMOVE ALL SOURCES OF IGNITION, then dampen the solid spill material with toluene, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with toluene to pick up any remaining material. Your contaminated clothing and absorbent paper should be sealed in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent-wash all contaminated surfaces with toluene 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

Incompatibilities

Incompatible with oxidizing and reducing agents.

Stability

No data.