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Product Name: Beta Carotene
Synonyms: β-Carotene, Provitamin A
Chemical Formula: C40H56
CAS Number: 7235-40-7
Recommended Use: Food colorant, dietary supplement, feed additive
Supplier: Contact supplier for location and emergency phone
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS guidelines
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation may irritate respiratory lines; skin and eye exposure may cause mild irritation; ingestion in high amounts can build up vitamin A
Label Elements: No special hazard labels needed
Pictograms: None required
Signal Word: None
Precaution Statement: Avoid dust generation, wash hands thoroughly after handling
Chemical Name: Beta Carotene
Concentration: >96%
Impurities: May contain vegetable oils as carrier
Additives: Small amounts of antioxidants possible
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical advice if discomfort continues
Skin Contact: Wash skin with soap and plenty of water, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with plenty of water for several minutes, remove contact lenses
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, seek medical attention in case of adverse symptoms
Most Important Symptoms: Mild irritation in eyes or on skin, nausea on excessive uptake
Advice for Medical Staff: Treat symptomatically, no specific antidote
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Dust risk of fire/explosion if dispersed in air; combustible
Products of Combustion: Carbon oxides and possible toxic fumes
Protective Equipment: Full protective gear and SCBA recommended
Personal Precautions: Avoid forming dust, ventilate area, wear protective mask and gloves
Environmental Precautions: Prevent from entering drains or waterways
Methods for Clean-Up: Sweep up and place in suitable container for disposal, wash spill site
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unnecessary personnel from area
Handling: Keep container tightly closed, avoid dust, wash after handling, good industrial hygiene
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry place away from light and heat, keep container tightly sealed
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers
Protection Measures: Minimize exposure, use closed systems if possible
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limits
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation
Personal Protection: Safety glasses, dust mask, chemical-resistant gloves, work clothing
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking
Appearance: Orange to red crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Physical State: Solid
pH: Not applicable (insoluble in water)
Melting Point: 176°C–184°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in oils and organic solvents
Density: About 1.0-1.1 g/cm3
Flash Point: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Partition Coefficient: Log Kow >10 (very lipophilic)
Auto Ignition Temperature: Not determined
Explosive Properties: Not explosive but dust can pose risk
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Sensitive to light, heat, and oxidizing agents; decomposes on exposure
Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reaction known under normal conditions
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid smoke possible
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): >10,000 mg/kg (practically non-toxic)
Chronic Exposure: Excess intake can lead to orange skin (carotenemia), not harmful
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild, no lasting effects
Eye Damage/Irritation: Mild, reversible
Respiratory Sensitization: Not known to cause allergic reactions
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogen by IARC, OSHA, NTP
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence found
Mutagenicity: No mutagenic effects found
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic life
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable, breaks down under sunlight and microbes
Bioaccumulation: High potential due to lipophilicity, unlikely harm due to low toxicity
Mobility in Soil: Low water solubility limits migration
Other Harmful Effects: No known ecological hazards
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, and national laws
Contaminated Packaging: Triple-rinse and recycle or dispose of safely
Handling Precautions: Avoid release to the environment
Disposal Considerations: Do not incinerate in closed containers
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not regulated
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Protect from excessive heat and direct sunlight during transport, keep packaging intact
OSHA: Not regulated as hazardous
TSCA: Listed
DSL/NDSL: Listed
EU Regulation: Not classified as hazardous according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting
California Prop 65: Not listed
Other Labeling Requirements: Comply with food and feed grade specifications as per relevant authorities
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