Material Safety Data Sheet **** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION **** MSDS Name: Phenolphthalein Catalog Numbers: S76958, S76961, P79 100, P79 500, P79-100, P79-500, P79100, P79500, S71428 Synonyms: 3,3-Bis(4-Hydoroxyphenyl)-1(3H)-Isobenzofuranone; 3,3-Bis(p-Hydroxyphenyl)Phthalide; Alpha-Di(p-Hydroxyphenyl)phthalide Company Identification: Fisher Scientific 1 Reagent Lane Fairlawn, NJ 07410 For information, call: 201-796-7100 Emergency Number: 201-796-7100 For CHEMTREC assistance, call: 800-424-9300 For International CHEMTREC assistance, call: 703-527-3887 **** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS **** +----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+ | CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# | |----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------| | 77-09-8 |Phenolphthalein | 100 | 201-004-7 | +----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+ Hazard Symbols: None Listed. Risk Phrases: None Listed. **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION **** EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Not available. Potential Health Effects Eye: May cause eye irritation. Skin: May cause skin irritation. Ingestion: Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Chronic: May cause kidney injury. **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES **** Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. Skin: Get medical aid. Wash clothing before reuse. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water. Ingestion: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid if irritation or symptoms occur. 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. Notes to Physician: **** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES **** General Information: 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. Extinguishing Media: For small fires, use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or chemical foam. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. **** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES **** General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. Spills/Leaks: Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. **** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE **** Handling: Wash hands before eating. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Storage: Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. **** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION **** Engineering Controls: Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: 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: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. Respirators: 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. **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES **** Physical State: Solid Appearance: pale yellow Odor: odorless pH: Not available. Vapor Pressure: Negligible. Vapor Density: Not available. Evaporation Rate: Negligible. Viscosity: Not available. Boiling Point: Not available. Freezing/Melting Point: 264 deg C Autoignition Temperature: Not available. Flash Point: Not available. Explosion Limits, lower: Not available. Explosion Limits, upper: Not available. Decomposition Temperature: Not available. Solubility: Insoluble in water. Specific Gravity/Density: 1.299 Molecular Formula: C20H14O4 Molecular Weight: 318.0956 **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY **** Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, dust generation, excess heat. Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur. **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** RTECS#: CAS# 77-09-8: SM8380000 LD50/LC50: Not available. Carcinogenicity: Phenolphthalein - California: carcinogen; initial date 5/15/98 NTP: Suspect carcinogen OSHA: Possible Select carcinogen IARC: Group 2B carcinogen Epidemiology: No information available. Teratogenicity: No information available. Reproductive Effects: No information available. Neurotoxicity: No information available. Mutagenicity: No information available. Other Studies: No data available. **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** **** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS **** Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations. **** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION **** US DOT No information available Canadian TDG No information available. **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION **** US FEDERAL TSCA CAS# 77-09-8 is listed on the TSCA inventory. This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors. Clean Water Act: 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. OSHA: None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA. STATE Phenolphthalein is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ. The following statement(s) is(are) made in order to comply with the California Safe Drinking Water Act: WARNING: This product contains Phenolphthalein, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer. California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed. European/International Regulations European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives Hazard Symbols: Not available. Risk Phrases: Safety Phrases: WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 77-09-8: 1 United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits Canada CAS# 77-09-8 is listed on Canada's DSL List. CAS# 77-09-8 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. Exposure Limits **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION **** MSDS Creation Date: 12/12/1997 Revision #3 Date: 8/02/2000 The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------