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Product Name: Astragalus Extract
Synonyms: Milk-vetch Root Extract, Huang Qi Extract
Recommended Use: Herbal supplement, cosmetic ingredient
Supplier: Herbal Solutions Co., 123 Botanical Lane, New York, NY, 10001
Emergency Contact: 1-800-555-6626
Chemical Family: Plant extract, natural polysaccharides, saponins, flavonoids
Relevant Identified Uses: Used in dietary supplements, personal care products, pharmaceuticals
Restrictions on Use: Not for use in injectable forms or direct inhalation due to risk of adverse effects
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to OSHA HazCom 2012
Physical Hazards: Dust may cause respiratory irritation in unventilated spaces
Health Hazards: May cause mild skin or eye irritation during direct contact or prolonged exposure. Ingestion of large quantities may cause digestive upset
Environmental Hazards: Not considered hazardous to aquatic life at standard dilutions. High concentrations may impact aquatic environments
Signal Word: None
Symbol(s): None applicable
Hazard Statements: Prolonged inhalation of dust may irritate respiratory tract. Contact may irritate eyes or sensitive skin
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, avoid eye contact, use with adequate ventilation, wash hands after handling
Main Ingredients: Astragalus membranaceus extract, typically standardized to 10-40% polysaccharides
Active Constituents: Astragalosides, isoflavones, saponins, polysaccharides
Inert Ingredients: Depending on manufacturer: maltodextrin, silica (for flowability), sometimes magnesium stearate
CAS Number: 84687-43-4 (Astragalus membranaceus extract)
Impurities: Heavy metals and pesticides at concentrations below regulatory thresholds according to supplier specifications
Concentration Range: Ranges from 90% - 99% extract depending on sourcing
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention if irritation or symptoms persist. Rinse mouth as needed
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical attention if rash or irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse with water for several minutes, holding eyelids open. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Seek medical advice if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, offer water but do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop or large quantities ingested
Important Symptoms & Effects: May cause mild irritation of airways, skin, or eyes. Sensitive individuals may experience gastrointestinal upset following ingestion
Immediate Medical Aid & Special Treatment Needed: No specific antidote, treat symptoms. Symptomatic and supportive care recommended
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use foam, dry chemical, or CO2 for small fires. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers
Unsuitable Media: Avoid high-pressure water streams that may scatter dust
Specific Hazards: Organic powder can create dust clouds that risk explosion in tightly confined areas
Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, minor nitrogen oxides, and irritating smoke possible on burning
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective gear
Additional Info: Dust control is critical in fire situations. Isolate area and prevent dust-laden air from becoming explosive
Personal Precautions: Evacuate non-essential personnel. Wear dust mask, goggles, and gloves
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spill from reaching drains or open waterways. Contain with suitable barriers
Methods for Clean-up: Collect material with a vacuum equipped with HEPA filter or damp methods to avoid raising dust. Sweep up and dispose in accordance with local waste regulations. Ventilate area. Wash contaminated surfaces with water after removal
Reference to Other Sections: Refer to sections on exposure controls/personal protection and disposal
Handling: Use in a well-ventilated area to minimize dust. Wear protective equipment suitable for handling powders. Keep away from strong oxidizers. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling
Storage: Store tightly sealed in original container, away from moisture and sunlight. Maintain temperatures between 15-30°C (59-86°F). Keep away from incompatible substances such as acids and strong oxidizing agents
Incompatible Products: Acids, strong oxidizers, bases
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands and exposed skin after handling. Avoid bringing material home on contaminated clothing
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for Astragalus extract. Nuisance dust limits: OSHA PEL-TWA 15 mg/m³ (total dust), 5 mg/m³ (respirable fraction)
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, dust collection systems for large-scale use
Personal Protection:
- Respiratory Protection: Dust respirator (NIOSH-approved particulate mask) for prolonged or heavy exposure
- Eye Protection: Safety glasses or chemical splash goggles
- Skin Protection: Gloves, lab coat or apron
Environmental Exposure: Limit release to environment when possible
Physical State: Fine powder, hygroscopic
Color: Light brown to yellow
Odor: Characteristic herbal, earthy
pH (1% soln): 4.5-7.0
Melting/Freezing Point: Not measurable due to complex composition
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not available, expected to be above 180°C
Flammability: May support combustion as typical organic powders
Explosion Properties: Dust may form explosive mixtures with air in confined spaces
Solubility: Partially soluble in water, insoluble in oils
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Molecular Weight: Mixture, not reported
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and use conditions
Possible Hazardous Reactions: None expected under normal storage/use. Strong oxidizers may cause combustion
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, excessive heat, open flames, sparks
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, bases, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Burning produces carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, possible minor irritants
Acute Toxicity: Not acutely toxic via oral or dermal routes in animal studies at common concentrations
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild, non-corrosive, rare irritation possible
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Dust could irritate eyes
Respiratory/Mucous Membrane Sensitization: Prolonged exposure may aggravate underlying asthma or allergies
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by NTP, IARC, OSHA
Mutagenicity: No evidence of mutagenic activity in available studies
Reproductive Toxicity: No robust data; no known adverse reproductive effects
Chronic Effects: Long-term daily ingestion in normal doses shows no observed adverse effects in humans in published studies
Ecotoxicity: Expected to pose low risk to aquatic and terrestrial life at environmental concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable, Made from plant material
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not likely to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Mobile in surface water, negligible in deeper soil due to adsorption to organic matter
Other Adverse Effects: No other known hazards to the environment indicated in published sources
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of contents in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations. Small quantities can usually be disposed of as non-hazardous waste
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse, then recycle or dispose according to official guidelines
Precautions for Disposal: Prevent release to surface waters. Use appropriate containers to avoid dust release during transport to disposal site
UN Number: Not classified as hazardous for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous, not regulated by DOT, IATA, IMDG
Packing Group: None
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Avoid strong impacts and excessive moisture during bulk transport
OSHA Status: Not hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA Status: All components naturally derived; not subject to TSCA
SARA Title III: Not reportable under Section 302, 313; not considered hazardous
California Proposition 65: Not listed
EU Regulations: Not classified as dangerous per Directive 67/548/EEC or Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008
Canadian WHMIS: Not controlled
Other International Regulations: No known restrictions in Japan, China, Korea, Australia, or New Zealand regarding general commercial use
