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OFI TESTING EQUIPMENT, INC.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION I

- PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Chemical Name:
Trade Name:
OFI Part No.
Chemical Family:
Formula:
Manufacturer:

METHYL ORANGE SOLUTION

METHYL ORANGE INDICATOR SOLUTION
240-00, 240-02, 240-00-1, 240-00-2
4-[[4-(dimethylamino)-phenyl]azo] benzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt in aqueous solution
C14H14N3NaO3S:H2O
OFI Testing Equipment, Inc.
1006 West 34th Street
Houston, TX 77018 U.S.A.
(713) 880-9885

In Case of Emergency Spills, Leaks,

Fire, Exposure or Accident:

In the USA, call INFOTRAC at 1-800-535-5053 day or night

Outside the USA, call collect, (352) 323-3500

CAS #:
547-58-0

CHEMICAL NAME
Methyl Orange Sodium Salt

SECTION II

SECTION III
Emergency Overview:
Inhalation:
Ingestion:
Skin:
Eye Contact:
Chronic Exposure:

- FIRST AID MEASURES

Not Expected to Require First Aid Measures

If Large Amounts were Swallowed, Give Water to Drink and Get Medical Advice.
Wash Exposed area with Soap and Water. Get Medical Advice if Irritation Develops.
In case of Contact, Immediately Flush Eyes with Plenty of Water for at Least 15 Minutes, Lifting
Upper and Lower Eyelids Occasionally. Call a Physician if Irritation Persists.

SECTION V
Fire:
Explosion:
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Special Information:

0.1%

- HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Warning! Harmful If Swallowed. Causes Irritation to skin and eyes. May cause respiratory tract
irritation.
No Adverse Health Effects Expected from Inhalation.
Large Doses may Cause Stomach Upset.
Not Expected to be a Health Hazard. May Cause Slight Irritation.
Splashes may Cause Irritation.
No Information Found.

SECTION IV
Inhalation:
Ingestion:
Skin:
Eyes:

- PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

- HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Not Considered to be a Fire Hazard.

Not Considered to be an Explosion Hazard.
Use any Means Suitable for Extinguishing Surrounding Fire.
Use Protective Clothing and Breathing Equipment Appropriate for the Surrounding Fire.

SECTION VI - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Accidental Release:

Ventilate Area of Leak or Spill. Wear Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment as Specified in
Section 8. Contain and Recover Liquid when Possible. Collect Liquid in an Appropriate Container
or Absorb with an Inert Material (e.g., Vermiculite, Dry Sand, Earth), and Place in a
Chemical Waste Container. Do Not Use Combustible Materials, such as Saw Dust.

SECTION VII - HANDLING AND STORAGE

Keep in a Tightly Closed Container, Stored in a Cool, Dry, Ventilated Area. Protect against
Physical Damage. Protect from Freezing and Direct Sunlight.

SECTION VIII EXPOSURE CONTROL/ PERSONAL PROTECTION

Ventilation System:
Airborne Exposure Limits:
Personal Respirators:
(NIOSH APPROVED)
Skin Protection:
Eye Protection:

Not Expected to Require any Special Ventilation.

None Established.
Not Expected to Require Personal Respirator Usage.
Wear Protective Gloves and Clean Body-Covering Clothing.
Use Chemical Safety Glasses. Maintain Eye Wash Fountain and Quick-Drench Facilities in Work
Area.

OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. Houston, TX, USA

Version 2.1
Date 01-29-08

Phone (713) 880-9885

Fax (713) 880-9886 http://www.ofite.com

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SECTION IX - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance / Odor:
Solubility:
Specific Gravity:
pH:
% Volatiles by Vol.:
Melting Point:
Boiling Point:
Vapor Density (Air=1):
Vapor Pressure (mmHg):

Clear, Orange Liquid / Odorless

Completely Soluble in Water
1.0
No Information Found
No Information Found
32 0 F ( 0 0C)
212 0 F ( 100 0C)
Essentially the Same as Water.
Essentially the Same as Water.

SECTION X
General Reactivity:
Hazardous Decomposition:
Incompatibilities:
Hazardous Polymerization:

SECTION XI
Carcenogenic References:

- STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stable Under Ordinary Conditions of Use and Storage.

No Hazardous Decomposition Products.
No Incompatibility Data Found.
Will Not Occur.

- TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

NTP Carcinogen- Known: No, IARC Category None

SECTION XII -ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Environmental Fate:

Environmental Toxicity:

When released into the soil, this material may leach into groundwater. When released into water,
this material is not expected to evaporate significantly. This material has an estimated
bioconcentration factor (BCF) of less than 100. When released into the air, this material is
expected to be readily removed from the atmosphere by wet deposition.
No information found

SECTION XIII

-DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and
approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change
the waste management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal
disposal regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state
and local requirements.

SECTION XIV -TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Hazard Class:
Identification No.:

Not Regulated
Not Regulated

SECTION XV -REGULATORY INFORMATION

Chemical Inventory Status Part 1:

Ingredient
---------------------------------------Methyl Orange Sodium Salt (547-58-0)

Chemical Inventory Status Part 2:

Ingredient
------------------------------------------Methyl Orange Sodium Salt (547-58-0)

Federal, State & International

-SARA 302Ingredient
RQ
TPQ
--------------------------------- ------Methyl Orange Sodium Salt(547-58-0) No
No

Regulations Part 1:
Federal, State & International

TSCA
---Yes

EC
--Yes

Korea
----Yes

CERCLA
-----No

Japan
----Yes

Australia
--------Yes

--Canada
DSL
NDSL
-----Yes
No

Phil.
----Yes

------SARA 313-----List Chemical Catg.

---- -------------No
No
-RCRA261.33
-----No

-TSCA8(d)
-----No

Regulations Part 2:

Ingredient
---------------------------------------Methyl Orange Sodium Salt (547-58-0)

Chemical Weapons Convention:

TSCA 12 (b):
CDTA:
SARA 311/312:
Australian Hazchem Code:
Poison Schedule:

No
No
No
Acute: Yes Chronic: No Fire: No Pressure: No Reactivity: No
2(Z)
None Allocated

NFPA Rating:
Disclaimer:

Health: 2 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0

The information contained herein is based upon data believed to be reliable and reflects our best
professional judgment. Although reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this
document, we extend no warranties and make no representations as to the accuracy or
completeness of the information contained therein and assume no responsibility regarding the
suitability of this information for the users intended purpose or for the consequence of its use.
Each individual should make a determination as to the suitability of the information for his/her
particular purpose(s).

SECTION XVI -OTHER INFORMATION

OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. Houston, TX, USA

Version 2.1
Date 01-29-08

Phone (713) 880-9885

Fax (713) 880-9886 http://www.ofite.com