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C.I. FOOD RED 5

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The Chemical Identifier fields include common identification numbers, the NFPA diamond U.S. Department of Transportation hazard labels, and a general description of the chemical. The information in CAMEO Chemicals comes from a variety of data sources.
CAS Number UN/NA Number
  • 3761-53-3
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DOT Hazard Label USCG CHRIS Code
data unavailable none
NIOSH Pocket Guide International Chem Safety Card
none none
NFPA 704
data unavailable
General Description
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Dark red crystals or red powder. (NTP, 1992)

The Hazard fields include special hazard alerts air and water reactions, fire hazards, health hazards, a reactivity profile, and details about reactive groups assignments and potentially incompatible absorbents. The information in CAMEO Chemicals comes from a variety of data sources.
Reactivity Alerts
  • Explosive
Air & Water Reactions
Azo dyes can be explosive when suspended in air at specific concentrations. Slightly soluble in water.
Fire Hazard
Flash point data for this chemical are not available; however, it is probably combustible. (NTP, 1992)
Health Hazard
SYMPTOMS: Symptoms of exposure to this compound may include irritation.

ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: When heated to decomposition, this compound emits toxic fumes of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, NOx and SOx. (NTP, 1992)
Reactivity Profile
C.I. FOOD RED 5 is an azo compound. Azo, diazo, azido compounds can detonate. This applies in particular to organic azides that have been sensitized by the addition of metal salts or strong acids. Toxic gases are formed by mixing materials of this class with acids, aldehydes, amides, carbamates, cyanides, inorganic fluorides, halogenated organics, isocyanates, ketones, metals, nitrides, peroxides, phenols, epoxides, acyl halides, and strong oxidizing or reducing agents. Flammable gases are formed by mixing materials in this group with alkali metals. Explosive combination can occur with strong oxidizing agents, metal salts, peroxides, and sulfides. This chemical is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong acids (NTP, 1992).
Belongs to the Following Reactive Group(s)
Potentially Incompatible Absorbents

No information available.

The Response Recommendation fields include isolation and evacuation distances, as well as recommendations for firefighting, non-fire response, protective clothing, and first aid. The information in CAMEO Chemicals comes from a variety of data sources.
Isolation and Evacuation
No information available.
Firefighting
Fires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. (NTP, 1992)
Non-Fire Response
SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you spill this chemical, you should dampen the solid spill material with water, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with water to pick up any remaining material. Seal your contaminated clothing and the absorbent paper in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash all contaminated surfaces 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.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should store this material under ambient temperatures, and keep it away from oxidizing materials. (NTP, 1992)
Protective Clothing
RECOMMENDED RESPIRATOR: Where the neat test chemical is weighed and diluted, wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with a combination filter cartridge, i.e. organic vapor/acid gas/HEPA (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas, SO2 and a high efficiency particulate filter). (NTP, 1992)
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First Aid
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.

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.

INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital.

OTHER: Since this chemical is a known or suspected carcinogen you should contact a physician for advice regarding the possible long term health effects and potential recommendation for medical monitoring. Recommendations from the physician will depend upon the specific compound, its chemical, physical and toxicity properties, the exposure level, length of exposure, and the route of exposure. (NTP, 1992)

The Physical Property fields include properties such as vapor pressure and boiling point, as well as explosive limits and toxic exposure thresholds The information in CAMEO Chemicals comes from a variety of data sources.

Note: For Vapor Density and Specific Gravity, comparing the value to 1.0 can tell you if the chemical will likely sink/rise in air or sink/float in fresh water (respectively). Short phrases have been added to those values below as an aid. However, make sure to also consider the circumstances of a release. The Vapor Density comparisons are only valid when the gas escaping is at the same temperature as the surrounding air itself. If the chemical is escaping from a container where it was pressurized or refrigerated, it may first escape and behave as a heavy gas and sink in the air (even if it has a Vapor Density value less than 1). Also, the Specific Gravity comparisons are for fresh water (density 1.0 g/mL). If your spill is in salt water (density about 1.027 g/mL), you need to adjust the point of comparison. There are some chemicals that will sink in fresh water and float in salt water.
Chemical Formula:
  • C18H16N2O7S2.2Na
Flash Point: data unavailable
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): data unavailable
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): data unavailable
Autoignition Temperature: data unavailable
Melting Point: greater than 572°F (NTP, 1992)
Vapor Pressure: data unavailable
Vapor Density (Relative to Air): data unavailable
Specific Gravity: data unavailable
Boiling Point: data unavailable
Molecular Weight: 480.43 (NTP, 1992)
Water Solubility: 1 to 10 mg/mL at 68°F (NTP, 1992)
Ionization Energy/Potential: data unavailable
IDLH: data unavailable

AEGLs (Acute Exposure Guideline Levels)

No AEGL information available.

ERPGs (Emergency Response Planning Guidelines)

No ERPG information available.

PACs (Protective Action Criteria)

No PAC information available.

The Regulatory Information fields include information from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Title III Consolidated List of Lists, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards, and the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals Standard List (see more about these data sources).

EPA Consolidated List of Lists

Regulatory Name CAS Number/
313 Category Code
EPCRA 302
EHS TPQ
EPCRA 304
EHS RQ
CERCLA RQ EPCRA 313
TRI
RCRA
Code
CAA 112(r)
RMP TQ
C.I. Food Red 5 3761-53-3 313

(EPA List of Lists, 2022)

CISA Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS)

No regulatory information available.

OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard List

No regulatory information available.

This section provides a listing of alternate names for this chemical, including trade names and synonyms.
  • ACETACID RED J
  • ACID LEATHER RED KPR
  • ACID LEATHER RED P 2R
  • ACID LEATHER RED P2R
  • ACID LEATHER SCARLET IRW
  • ACID PONCEAU 2RL
  • ACID PONCEAU R
  • ACID PONCEAU SPECIAL
  • ACID RED 26
  • ACID SCARLET
  • ACID SCARLET 2B
  • ACID SCARLET 2BN
  • ACID SCARLET 2R
  • ACID SCARLET 2R FOR LAKES
  • ACID SCARLET 2R FOR LAKES BLUISH
  • ACID SCARLET 2RL
  • ACID SCARLET 2RN
  • ACIDAL PONCEAU G
  • ACILAN PRONCEAU RRL
  • AHCOCID FAST SCARLET R
  • AIZEN PONCEAU RH
  • AIZEN PONCEAUX RH
  • AMACID LAKE SCARLET 2R
  • AMACID SCARLET 2R
  • BRILLIANT PONCEAU G
  • C.I. 16150
  • C.I. 79
  • C.I. ACID RED 26
  • C.I. ACID RED 26, DISODIUM SALT
  • C.I. FOOD RED 5
  • CALCOCID 2RIL
  • CALCOCID SCARLET 2R
  • CALCOCID SCARLET 2RIL
  • CALCOLAKE SCARLET 2R
  • CERTICOL PONCEAU MXS
  • COLACID PONCEAU SPECIAL
  • COMACID SCARLET 2R
  • D AND C RED NO. 5
  • D&C RED NO. 5
  • 4-((2,4-DIMETHYLPHENYL)AZO)-3-HYDROXY-2,7-NAPHTHALENEDISULFONIC ACID, DISODIUM SALT
  • DISODIUM (2,4-DIMETHYLPHENYLAZO)-2-HYDROXYNAPHTHALENE-3,6-DISULFONATE
  • DISODIUM SALT OF 1-(2,4-XYLYLAZO)-2-NAPHTHOL-3,6-DISULFONIC ACID
  • EDICOL PONCEAU RS
  • EDICOL SUPRA PONCEAU R
  • FENAZO SCARLET 2R
  • FOOD RED 5
  • FOOD RED NO. 101
  • HEXACOL PONCEAU 2R
  • HEXACOL PONCEAU MX
  • HIDACID SCARLET 2R
  • HISPACID PONCEAU R
  • 3-HYDROXY-4-(2,4-XYLYLAZO)-3,7-NAPHTHALENEDISULFONIC ACID, DISODIUM SALT
  • JAPAN RED 503
  • JAPAN RED NO. 503
  • JAVA PONCEAU 2R
  • KITON PONCEAU 2R
  • KITON PONCEAU R
  • KITON SCARLET 2RC
  • LAKE PONCEAU
  • LAKE SCARLET 2RBN
  • LAKE SCARLET R
  • NAPHTHALENE LAKE SCARLET R
  • NAPHTHALENE SCARLET R
  • NAPHTHAZINE SCARLET 2R
  • NEKLACID RED RR
  • NEW PONCEAU 4R
  • PAPER RED HRR
  • PIGMENT PONCEAU R
  • PONCEAU 2R
  • PONCEAU 2R EXTRA A EXPORT
  • PONCEAU 2RL
  • PONCEAU 2RX
  • PONCEAU BNA
  • PONCEAU DE XYLIDINE
  • PONCEAU FR
  • PONCEAU G
  • PONCEAU GR
  • PONCEAU J
  • PONCEAU MX
  • PONCEAU NR
  • PONCEAU PXM
  • PONCEAU R
  • PONCEAU R (BIOLOGICAL STAIN)
  • PONCEAU RED R
  • PONCEAU RG
  • PONCEAU RR
  • PONCEAU RR TYPE 8019
  • PONCEAU RS
  • PONCEAU XYLIDINE
  • PONCEAU XYLIDINE (BIOLOGICAL STAIN)
  • PONSOL R
  • RED FOR LAKES J
  • RED NO.503
  • RED R
  • 1695 RED
  • SCARLET 2R
  • SCARLET 2RB
  • SCARLET 2RL
  • SCARLET 2RL BLUISH
  • SCARLET R
  • SCARLET RRA
  • SCHULTZ NO. 95
  • TERTRACID PONCEAU 2R
  • TETRACID PONCEAU 2R
  • XYLIDINE PONCEAU
  • XYLIDINE PONCEAU 2R
  • XYLIDINE PONCEAU 3RS
  • XYLIDINE RED
  • 1-(2,4-XYLYLAZO)-2-NAPHTHOL-3,6-DISULPHONIC ACID DISODIUM SALT
  • 1-XYLYLAZO-2-NAPHTHOL-3,6-DISULPHONIC ACID DISODIUM SALT

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