Xylenol Orange Tetra Sodium Salt
CAS NO 3618-43-7
SECTION 1: Identification of Product
1.1 Product identifiers
Product name : Xylenol Orange
CAS-No. : 3618-43-7
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Industrial & for professional use only.
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.
2.2 Label elements
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.
2.3 Other hazards – none
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
Synonyms : 3,3′-Bis[N,N-bis(carboxymethyl)aminomethyl]-o- cresolsulfonephthaleintetrasodium salt
Formula :
Molecular weight :
CAS-No. :
C31H28N2Na4O13S
760.60 g/mol
3618-43-7
EC-No. : 222-805-8
7.3 Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. 4.2 Most
important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2)
and/or in section 11
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed No data available
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. 5.2 Special hazards arising
from the substance or mixture
Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Sulphur oxides, Sodium oxides
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary. 5.4 Further information
No data available
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. For personal protection see section 8.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains. 6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. 6.4 Reference to other
sections For disposal see section 13.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for
preventive fire protection. For precautions see section 2.2. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any
incompatibilities Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Storage class (TRGS 510): Non Combustible Solids
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
8.2 Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
General industrial hygiene practice.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards
such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
(without touching glove’s outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands. Body Protection Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances, and to the specific work-place., The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance le (EN 143) dust masks. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards
such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Control of environmental exposure Do not let product enter drains.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: solid
b) Odour No data available
c) Odour Threshold No data available
d) pH No data available
e) Melting point/freezing point
f) Initial boiling point and boiling range
Melting point/range: 195 °C No data available
g) Flash point No data available
h) Evaporation rate No data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas) No data available
j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits No data available
k) Vapour pressure No data available
l) Vapour density No data available
m) Relative density No data available
n)
o)
Water solubility Partition coefficient: n- No data available No data available octanol/water
p) Auto-ignition temperature No data available
q) Decomposition temperature No data available
r) Viscosity No data available
s) Explosive properties No data available
t) Oxidizing properties No data available
9.2 Other safety information No data available
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
No data available
10.2 Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions. 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No data available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
No data available
10.5 Incompatible materials acids, Bases, Oxidizing agents
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. – Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides
(NOx), Sulphur oxides, Sodium oxides
Other decomposition products – No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity
No data availableTetrasodium N,N’-[3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidenebis[(6-hydroxy-5-methylphen-3,1-
ylene)methylene]]bis[N-(carboxylatomethyl)aminoacetat Skin corrosion/irritation
No data available(Tetrasodium N,N’-[3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidenebis[(6-hydroxy-5-methylphen-
3,1- ylene)methylene]]bis[N-(carboxylatomethyl)aminoacetat)
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
No data available(Tetrasodium N,N’-[3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidenebis[(6-hydroxy-5-methylphen-
3,1- ylene)methylene]]bis[N-(carboxylatomethyl)aminoacetat)
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
No data available(Tetrasodium N,N’-[3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidenebis[(6-hydroxy-5-methylphen-
3,1- ylene)methylene]]bis[N-(carboxylatomethyl)aminoacetat)
Germ cell mutagenicity
No data available(Tetrasodium N,N’-[3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidenebis[(6-hydroxy-5-methylphen-
3,1- ylene)methylene]]bis[N-(carboxylatomethyl)aminoacetat)
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity
No data available(Tetrasodium N,N’-[3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidenebis[(6-hydroxy-5-methylphen-
3,1- ylene)methylene]]bis[N-(carboxylatomethyl)aminoacetat)
Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure
No data available(Tetrasodium N,N’-[3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidenebis[(6-hydroxy-5-methylphen-
3,1- ylene)methylene]]bis[N-(carboxylatomethyl)aminoacetat)
Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure
No data available
Aspiration hazard
No data available(Tetrasodium N,N’-[3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidenebis[(6-hydroxy-5-methylphen-
3,1- ylene)methylene]]bis[N-(carboxylatomethyl)aminoacetat)
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
No data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability
No data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
No data available
12.4 Mobility in soil
No data available(Tetrasodium N,N’-[3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidenebis[(6-hydroxy-5-methylphen-
3,1- ylene)methylene]]bis[N-(carboxylatomethyl)aminoacetat)
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
12.6 Other adverse effects No data available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: – IMDG: – IATA: – 14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods
IATA: Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: – IMDG: – IATA: – 14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: – IMDG: – IATA: – 14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no
14.6 Special precautions for user No data available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
15.2 Chemical safety assessment For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out
SECTION 16: Other information
Further information
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