MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET.

1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.

PRODUCT NAME: GREEN S COLOUR (POWDER)

SUPPLIER: The Soap Kitchen, 11a South Street, Torrington, Devon, EX38 8AA.

           Emergency Tel No: 01805 622944 Emergency Contact: Mr. Richard Phillips.



2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS.

CONTAINS: Green S (CI No 44090)

H-No:                              CAS No: 3087-16-9

EU No: E142                        FEMA:

FDA: not permitted                 IFRA:                      Application: Water based colour

RIFM:                              EINECS: 221-409-2          RTECS:

INCI name: CI 44090                      FCCIV:



3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:

Concentrated product. Do not ingest. Observe good housekeeping procedures.



4. FIRST-AID MEASURES:

INHALATION: Remove from exposure site to fresh air. Keep at rest. Obtain medical attention.

EYE CONTACT: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 mins, holding eyelids open. Contact a doctor

if symptoms persist.

SKIN CONTACT: Remove contaminated clothes. Wash thoroughly with soap & water, flush with plenty of

water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.

INGESTION: Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water. Seek medical advice if large amounts are

involved. Do not induce vomiting.

OTHER: When assessing action take Risk & Safety Phrases into account (Section 15)



5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA RECOMMENDED: Use Water Mist, CO2, Dry Powder or Foam type Extinguishers,

spraying extinguishing media to base of flames. Do not use direct water jet on burning material.

SPECIAL MEASURES: Avoid vapour inhalation. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not smoke. Wear

positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus & protective clothing.

EXTINGUISHING PROCEDURES: Closed containers may build up pressure when exposed to heat and

should be cooled with water spray.



6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Avoid inhalation & direct contact with skin & eyes. Use individual protective

equipment (safety glasses, waterproof-boots, suitable protective clothing) in case of major spillages.

ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS: Keep away from drains, soils, surface & groundwaters.

CLEANING UP METHODS FOR SPILLAGES: Remove all potential ignition sources. Vacuum up and wash spill

site. Observe state, federal & local disposal regulations.



 7. HANDLING & STORAGE.

PRECAUTIONS IN HANDLING: Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices, ensuring

proper ventilation. Observe good personal hygiene, and do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling.

STORAGE CONDITIONS: Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry & ventilated area away from

heat sources & protected from light. Keep air contact to a minimum.

FIRE PROTECTION: Keep away from ignition sources & naked flames. Take precautions to avoid static

discharges in working area.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/ PERSONAL PROTECTION.

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Avoid breathing product vapour. Apply local ventilation where possible.

VENTILATION: Ensure good ventilation of working area.

HAND PROTECTION: Avoid all skin contact. Use chemically resistant gloves if required.

EYE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses.

WORK/HYGIENE PRACTICES: Dry, fine powders can remove the skin’s natural oils, leaving it cracked and

dry and open to infection. Wash hands with soap & water after handling. Use skin moisturisers.



9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.

PHYSICAL FORM:           Powder

ODOUR:                   None

FLASH-POINT °C:          n/a

BULK DENSITY :           no data

SOLUBILITY IN WATER :                  Soluble

PH (AT g.l-1 WATER):                   6-8

THERMAL DECOMPOSITION :                no data





10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY.

REACTIVITY: No data available

DECOMPOSITION: No data available



11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

Non toxic, permitted food colourant.







12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

BIODEGRADABILITY: Data not available

PRECAUTIONS: Prevent surface contamination of soil, ground & surface water. Do not discharge into

natural waters without pretreatment



13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.

Avoid disposing to drainage systems and into the environment. Seek expert advice.



14. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS.

Not classified as a hazardous cargo under current transport regulations. Use an approved carrier

Road (ADR/RID):                                            AIR (IATA):

SEA (IMDG):                                                UN 1993:



15. REGULATORY INFORMATION. According to Directive 88/379/EEC

HAZARDS:

SYMBOLS:

RISK PHRASES:

SAFETY PHRASES:

Dust:              Long term total dust : 10mg.m-3 � 8hr TWA

                   Respirable dust : 4mg.m-3-8hr TWA

16. OTHER INFORMATION.

Conc. % Limits:



PACKAGING:

       Type                        Suitability

Glass                        Yes

Lacquer lined steel/tin      No

Aluminium                    Yes

HPPE                         Yes

F/HDPE                       Yes

Other plastic                Yes





SHELF-LIFE

Min 12 months when stored within advised conditions.



Q.C. REQUIREMENTS.

In-line with general product specification. Always satisfy suitability for specific application.

Retest after 6 months.





The data provided in this material safety data sheet is meant to represent typical data/analysis for this

product and is correct to the best of our knowledge. The data was obtained from current and reliable

sources, but is supplied without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its� correctness or accuracy. It

is the user's responsibility to determine safe conditions for the use of this product, and to assume

liability for loss, injury, damage or expense arising from improper use of this product. The information

provided does not constitute a contract to supply to any specification, or for any given application, and

buyers should seek to verify their requirements and product use.