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ORGANIC CHEM ICALS DEPARTMENT PETROLEUM CHEM ICALS DIVISION
Copy to: Mr. C. H. Van Hartesveldt Thompson Vita-Meter Corp.
August 18, 1948
Dr. Robert A. Kehoe
Kettering Laboratory of Applied Physiology
College of Medicine
University of Cincinnati
Eden & Bethesda Avenues
.
Cincinnati 19, Ohio
Dear Dr. Kehoe:
.
As you probably know Du Pont Rhodamine-5-GDN Extra has been selected as the colorant for Vitol solution.
While there have been no specific toxicological studies made of this dye, the workmen engaged in its manu facture and handling have not been known to show any injurious effects from it. In view of this apparent negative history it would appear that the precautionary measures commonly employed to prevent the inhalation of industrial dusts would be adequate to protect those handling this product as it pertains to Vitol solution.
Very truly yours,
SLR/lb
S. L. Rankin, M.D. Medical Director Petroleum Chemicals Division
KET 0020746
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