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Product Name: Agar
Chemical Name: Agar, Agar-Agar
CAS Number: 9002-18-0
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagent, culture media, food additive
Supplier Information: Manufacturer or supplier details usually listed on container label
Emergency Contact: Information provided by distributor or supplier through a 24-hour phone line
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Label Pictograms: None required
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: Product poses no significant hazard in standard laboratory or industrial use
Precautionary Statements: Avoid creating dust which may cause minor respiratory irritation; keep container tightly closed; wash hands thoroughly after use
Chemical Identity: Agar
Synonyms: Agarose, Agar-Agar
Molecular Formula: (C12H18O9)n
CAS Number: 9002-18-0
Concentration: 100% pure agar
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air if inhaled dust causes discomfort; seek medical advice for ongoing symptoms
Skin Contact: Wash skin with plenty of water; seek medical advice if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for minimum 15 minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; consult medical professional for persistent irritation
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; generally not considered harmful if ingested in standard laboratory exposure amounts; seek medical attention for unusual symptoms
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known
Specific Hazards: Combustible dust; may form explosive mixtures with air; thermally decomposes to produce carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
Protective Equipment: Firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Special Procedures: Avoid inhalation of combustion by-products
Personal Precautions: Avoid inhalation of dust; wear appropriate personal protective equipment including gloves, goggles, and dust mask
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from entering drains or surface waters
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up spilled material, avoid raising dust; place collected material in suitable, labeled waste container for disposal according to local regulations; clean contaminated surfaces with water
Handling: Minimize dust generation and accumulation; avoid breathing airborne particles; practice good hygiene
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers; keep container tightly closed when not in use; protect from moisture
Exposure Limits: No specific exposure limits established by OSHA or ACGIH
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures or local exhaust ventilation to control airborne dust
Eyewear: Safety glasses with side shields
Gloves: Use gloves as protection against prolonged or repeated exposure
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask or respirator (NIOSH-approved) recommended where dust is generated
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking after handling material
Appearance: Fine, off-white to pale yellow powder or flakes
Odor: Odorless
pH: 6.0–6.5 (1.5% solution)
Melting Point: Softens at 85°C (185°F); solidifies at 32°C to 40°C (89.6°F to 104°F)
Boiling Point: Not available
Solubility: Insoluble in cold water; soluble in boiling water
Specific Gravity: Approximately 0.8–1.1
Flash Point: Not established (combustible at high temperatures)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions
Reactivity: Not reactive under normal conditions
Hazardous Reactions: None known for daily laboratory or food processing usage
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products: May produce carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and other thermal decomposition products at elevated temperatures
Acute Toxicity: Considered non-toxic based on available data
Chronic Toxicity: No evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity identified
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eyes
Symptom Information: Inhalation of dust may cause mild temporary irritation to respiratory tract; prolonged skin contact may cause dryness
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing respiratory conditions such as asthma could be triggered by generated dust
Environmental Impact: No known significant ecological risks in expected release scenarios
Aquatic Toxicity: No data indicating harm to aquatic life at normal concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable, breaks down naturally over time
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Minimal
Other Adverse Effects: None reported
Waste Management: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, national, and international regulations; as a non-hazardous solid waste, agar may be landfilled
Container Disposal: Empty containers should be cleaned and recycled or disposed at approved facilities
Special Precautions: Avoid disposal into water sources; prevent release of large quantities into drains to avoid blockages
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Agar
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant
Special Transportation Precautions: Avoid exposure to moisture and damage to packaging during transit
Federal Regulations: Not regulated as hazardous under U.S. OSHA; controls such as SARA Title III or TSCA do not apply to agar
International Regulations: Not listed as hazardous substance under EU REACH, Canadian WHMIS, or other major regulatory frameworks
Food Grade Approval: Approved by FDA for use as food additive
Labeling: No specific hazard labeling requirements under GHS
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