Rose Bengal, C.I. 45440

1. Identification

Product Identifiers

Product Name

Rose Bengal, C.I. 45440

Other Names

Acid Red 94; CI 45440; 4,5,6,7-tetrachloro-2',4',5',7'-tetraiodofluorescein disodium salt.

Product Number(s)

C137

CAS Number

632-69-9

Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use

Company Details

Emergency Contact Details

2. Hazards Identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Label Elements

Signal Words

Danger

Hazard Statement(s)

None.

Precautionary Statement(s)

Not available.

Primary route(s) of entry

Human Health

Inhalation

Harmful by inhalation.

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed.

Eyes

Risk of serious damage to eyes.

Skin

Harmful in contact with skin.

Environment

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

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

No further relevant information available.

5. Firefighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing equipment

Fire

Use dry chemical, CO₂, water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

Large Fire

Use dry chemical, CO₂, water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

HAZCHEM

Not available.

Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use proper PPE as indicated in Section 8.

Environmental precautions

Not available.

Methods and materials for containment and clean up

Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment Section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. 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

Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation

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

Red - brown powder

Odour

Not available.

pH

Not available.

Vapour Pressure

Not available.

Density

Not available.

Boiling Point

Not available.

Melting Point

Not available.

Solubility

Not available.

Specific Gravity of Density

Not available.

Flash Point

Not available.

Flammable (Explosive) Limits

Not available.

Ignition Temperature

Not available.

Formula

C20H2CI4I4Na2O5

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, ignition sources, 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

RTECS#: LM5920000. Carcinogenicity: CAS# 632-69-9: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. Reproductive Effects: Oral-rat Fetotoxicity

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

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

No information available.

Special precautions for users

No information available.

Additional information

No information available.

15. Regulatory Information

Poisons Schedule Number

No information available.

Other Information

No further relevant information available.

16. Other Information

SDS preparation date

27 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.