SAFETY DATA SHEET

Carmine, C.I. 75470

Version 1Last reviewed 18 February 2026Catalogue: C089, C0891, C0895

1. Identification

Product Identifiers

Product Name: Carmine, C.I. 75470
Other Names: CI 75470 Carminic Acid; Cochineal; Natural Red 4
Product Number(s): C089, C0891, C0895
CAS Number: 1390-65-4

Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use

Laboratory use.
Biological Stain

Company Details

ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au

Emergency Contact Details

ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au

2. Hazards Identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

No information available.

Label Elements

Signal Words: Warning
Hazard Statement(s): May cause eye and skin irritation.
May cause respiratory and digestive tract irritation.
Precautionary Statement(s): Not available.

Primary route(s) of entry

Not available.

Human Health

Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Eyes: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation.

Environment

Not available.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

Name	CAS No.	Content (w/w)	Classification
Carmine Certified	1390-65-4	-	-

4. First Aid Measures

Ingestion: NEVER give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention if irritation or symptoms appear.
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls water or milk to drink. Do NOT induce vomiting.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothes and shoes. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention immediately.
Other Information: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

5. Firefighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing equipment

Fire: In case of fire use water spray to cool fire expose containers. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
HAZCHEM: Not available.

Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters

As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH approved or equivalent, and full protective gear.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Environmental precautions: Not available.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Conditions for safe storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Exposure Standards

Engineering controls: Facilities storing or utilising this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Personal protective equipment

Eye and face protection: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin protection: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Body protection: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respiratory protection: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

General information

Appearance: Dark pink - red powder.
Odour: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapour Pressure: Not available.
Density: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: Not available.
Solubility: Soluble in hot water.
Specific Gravity of Density: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not available.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits: Not available.
Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Formula: C22H20O13

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity: No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability: Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aluminium oxide
Conditions to avoid: Incompatible materials, excess heat, dust generation.
Incompatible materials: Strong oxidising agents.

11. Toxicological Information

Acute effects: No further relevant information available.
Eye contact: No further relevant information available.
Skin contact: No further relevant information available.
Ingestion: No further relevant information available.
Inhalation: No further relevant information available.
Toxicity and irritation: The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully.

12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability: No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential: No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects: No further relevant information available.

13. Disposal Considerations

General information

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.

14. Transport Information

ADG label required

HAZCHEM: Not available.
UN Number: None
Proper shipping name: Not regulated.
Transport hazard class: 0
Packing group: None.
Environmental hazard: None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
Special precautions for users: Not regulated.
Additional information: No information available.

15. Regulatory Information

Poisons Schedule Number: Not listed.
Other Information: No further relevant information available.

16. Other Information

SDS preparation date: 18 February 2026
Comments: This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.