Acid Yellow 3

Independent reference data for Acid Yellow 3 (CAS 8004-92-0), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Painting (Pigments, Binders, and Biocides) [Category: Paint]The major military use is in M18 colored smoke grenades that are deployed as a means of communication. Solvent Yellow 33 is also used in spirit lacquers, polystyrenes, polycarbonates, pulyamide and acrylic resins, and occasicnally in hydrocarbon solvents.

Synonyms and trade names

Quinoline Yellow; 2-(quinolin-2-yl)-1H-indene-1,3(2H)-dione; CHEBI:53700; D&C Yellow No 10; RefChem:581451; D.C. Yellow No. 10; Colour Index No. 47005; 8003-22-3; Quinophthalone; Solvent yellow 33; 83-08-9; 11641 Yellow; Quinoline Yellow 2SF; Erio Chinoline Yellow 4G; 2-quinolin-2-ylindene-1,3-dione; 2-(2-Quinolyl)-1,3-indandione

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Regulatory Status of Color Additives: Drugs, Cosmetics COLOUR: Food Additives 0–3 mg/kg bw ">TRS 1000-JECFA 82/39 FAS 73 JECFA 82/87 CIR / INCI: Hair dyeing; Cosmetic colorant

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H315 (100%), H319 (100%), H335 (100%), H317, H351

H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

What the public record says

Acid Yellow 3 · CAS 8004-92-0 · C18H11NO2. UNII 44F3HYL954. Melting Point: 241 °C; Solubility: In water, 0.169 mg/L at 25 °C; Vapor Pressure: 0.00000001 [mmHg].

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.