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Product Name: Cassia Gum
Synonyms: Galactomannan from Cassia tora, Food thickener, Food stabilizer
Manufacturer: Commonly sourced from suppliers of food-grade hydrocolloids and gum products
Intended Use: Emulsifying agent, thickener, gelling agent in food, feed, and industrial applications
Contact Information: Manufacturer’s details listed on respective packaging and invoices
Recommended Restrictions: Avoid direct inhalation of powder, intended for industrial or food processing use only
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under most regulations
Hazard Statements: May cause mild irritation from dust if inhaled, may produce mild skin or eye discomfort on contact
Symbol(s): None required
Precautionary Statements: Use local exhaust ventilation to control airborne dust, wash skin thoroughly after handling, avoid creating or breathing dust clouds
Most Important Hazards: Dust explosion potential in confined spaces with airborne particles, minor irritation concerns
Other Hazards: No known chronic health effects or sensitization; not a carcinogen or mutagen
Chemical Name: Cassia Gum
CAS Number: 11078-30-1
Molecular Formula: Variable, typical structure as galactomannan polysaccharide
Percentage: 100% pure gum, no additives in standard product
Impurities: May contain trace levels of proteins, moisture, and ash from plant source; complies with regulatory limits for food use
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, seek medical advice if respiratory discomfort persists
Skin Contact: Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water gently for several minutes, remove contact lenses and continue rinsing if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, no acute toxicity expected at low doses, seek care if symptoms develop
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam for surrounding materials
Specific Hazards: Airborne dust can cause explosion if ignited in confined spaces, produces carbon oxides on burning
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Advice for Firefighters: Use water spray to cool containers, avoid stirring up dust during firefighting, prevent run-off into drains
Personal Precautions: Avoid breathing dust, wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment, ventilate area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains and surface water systems
Containment Methods: Keep spills contained and away from moisture
Clean-up Procedures: Sweep up with minimal dust generation, collect into sealable containers for disposal or reuse
Safe Handling Practices: Handle in well-ventilated areas, minimize dust release, avoid contact with eyes and skin
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, keep dry and away from sources of ignition
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, sources of ignition, excessive moisture
Special Considerations: Segregate from odorous materials and chemicals emitting strong fumes
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits set
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to reduce dust, maintain high workplace hygiene
Personal Protective Equipment: Dust mask or respirator (NIOSH-approved), protective goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, protective clothing
Hygiene Measures: Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking during handling, wash hands after use
Appearance: Free-flowing powder or granules, pale yellow to off-white
Odor: Slight, characteristic plant-based
Melting/Freezing Point: Not applicable
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Swells in cold water to form a gel, insoluble in organic solvents
pH (1% Solution): 7.0 – 8.5
Bulk Density: 0.5 – 0.7 g/cm³
Flash Point: Not flammable as supplied, dust may explode
Other Properties: Stable under normal conditions, may cake with exposure to moisture
Chemical Stability: Stable if kept dry and at ambient temperatures
Reactivity: Hygroscopic, absorbs moisture readily from the air
Hazardous Reactions: Dust can explode when suspended in air and exposed to ignition
Incompatible Materials: Avoid strong oxidizers, acids, and bases
Decomposition Products: Produces carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide if burned
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity, no evidence of significant health harm in rats and other test animals at normal exposure levels
Skin/Eye Irritation: May produce minor irritation in sensitive individuals, not a primary irritant
Chronic Effects: No known chronic toxicity, not classified as a carcinogen, mutagen, or reproductive toxin
Sensitization: Not known to cause allergic reactions under normal use
Ecotoxicity: Biodegradable and not expected to cause harm to aquatic or land organisms
Mobility: Product binds to soil and sediments, not likely to leach into groundwater
Persistence and Degradability: Breaks down naturally in soil and water via microbial action
Bioaccumulation: Not expected to accumulate in food chains
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national laws for non-hazardous solid waste
Reuse & Recycling: Uncontaminated material may be reused or recycled in industrial processes
Special Precautions: Minimize dust when disposing, avoid release into environment
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous for road, rail, sea, or air transport
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Transport Precautions: Keep packaging dry and protected from sources of ignition or moisture during transit
Labelling Requirements: Label packages in accordance with applicable food and chemical regulations
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Meets global food safety and chemicals legislation (EU, US FDA, JECFA, etc.) as an approved food additive (E427)
Other Regulatory Notes: Not listed as a hazardous chemical under main global inventories (TSCA, EINECS, DSL), complies with REACH and food contact standards
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