SAFETY DATA SHEET
Fast Green FCF, C.I. 42053
1. Identification
Product Identifiers
- Product Name
- Fast Green FCF, C.I. 42053
- Other Names
- Food green 3
- Product Number(s)
- C100, C1001, C1005
- CAS Number
- 2353-45-9
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au
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
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
Germ Cell Mutagenicity (Category 2)
Label Elements
- Signal Words
- Warning
- Hazard Statement(s)
- H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- Precautionary Statement(s)
- P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
- P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
- P405: Store locked up.P281: Use PPE as required.
- P308 ± P313: If exposed or concerned: get medical advice/attention
- P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Primary route(s) of entry
No further relevant information available.
Human Health
- Inhalation
- Harmful by inhalation.
- Ingestion
- Harmful if swallowed.
- Eyes
- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
- Skin
- Harmful in contact with skin.
Environment
No further relevant information available.
3. Composition / Information on Ingredients
| Name | CAS No. | Content (w/w) | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dihydrogen (ethyl)[4-[4-[ethyl(3-sulphonatobenzyl)amino](4-hydroxy-2-sulphonatobenzhydrylidene]cyclo | 2353-45-9 | 100% | Germ Cell Mutagenicity (Category 2) |
4. First Aid Measures
- Ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Rinse with water. Consult physician.
- Inhalation
- Move to fresh air. Consult a physician.
- Skin Contact
- Rinse with plenty of soap & water and seek medical advice.
- Eye Contact
- Rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
- Other Information
- Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.
5. Firefighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing equipment
- Fire
- Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam.
- Large Fire
- Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant 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. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Special Hazards Arising: Carbon, Nitrogen, sulphur, & sodium oxides.
6. Accidental Release Measures
- Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
- No further relevant information 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. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. 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 a 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 clothing to prevent skin exposure. 0.11mm thick nitrile.
- Body protection
- Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
- Respiratory protection
- A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
General information
- Appearance
- Solid, red-brown
- Odour
- Odourless.
- pH
- No further relevant information available.
- Vapour Pressure
- No further relevant information available.
- Density
- No further relevant information available.
- Boiling Point
- No further relevant information available.
- Melting Point
- 290°C (554°F)
- Solubility
- No further relevant information available.
- Specific Gravity of Density
- No further relevant information available.
- Flash Point
- Not applicable.
- Flammable (Explosive) Limits
- Not applicable.
- Ignition Temperature
- Not applicable.
10. Stability and Reactivity
- Reactivity
- No further relevant information available.
- Chemical stability
- Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No further relevant information available.
- Conditions to avoid
- Incompatible materials, dust generation, excess heat.
- Incompatible materials
- Oxidizing agents.
11. Toxicological Information
- Acute effects
- No further relevant information available.
- Eye contact
- No further relevant information available.
- Skin contact
- Tumors at site of application.
- Ingestion
- Oral, rat: LD50 = >2,000mg/kg;
- Inhalation
- No further relevant information available.
- Toxicity and irritation
- Histidine reversion (Ames), sister chromatid exchange. Tumors at site of application. IARC: Group 3 carcinogen
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
- Not regulated.
- Special precautions for users
- Not regulated.
- Additional information
- Not regulated.
15. Regulatory Information
- Poisons Schedule Number
- Not regulated.
- Other Information
- No further information available.
16. Other Information
- SDS preparation date
- 23 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.