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Product Name: Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters Of Mono- And Diglycerides
Chemical Formula: C27H46O13
Other Names: DATEM, E472e
CAS Number: 100085-39-0
Intended Use: Food emulsifier in baked goods, margarine, coffee whiteners, and processed foods
Manufacturer Information: Available on product packaging and shipping documents
Contact Numbers for Emergency: Refer to regional poison control or manufacturer emergency hotline
Physical State: Waxy solid, light yellow to pale beige
Main Hazard: May cause mild skin or eye irritation in direct contact
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation of dust, skin, and eye contact
Risk Phrases: Non-flammable, not considered toxic under ordinary use, avoid excessive inhalation of dusts
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS guidelines
Precautionary Statements: Avoid long-term repeated exposure, maintain ventilation in processing areas
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory tract (if dust is present)
Component: Diacetyl tartaric acid ester of mono- and diglycerides
Concentration: 100% (food-grade, typically a pure commercial product)
Impurities: Traces of free tartaric acid, mono- and diglycerides, acetic acid
Additives: May contain small amounts of carrier materials (<1%) depending on origin
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms such as coughing persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with warm water and soap, discontinue exposure if redness develops
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes slowly with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes, seek medical attention if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, do not induce vomiting, contact a physician if discomfort or large quantities involved
Important Notes: Medical personnel should observe standard precautions, product is not known to provoke allergic responses in the general population
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Media: High-pressure water streams can spread product
Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid fumes if burnt
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Explosion Risk: Fine dust may present slight risk of dust explosion if airborne in confined area, follow local fire safety practices
Additional Recommendations: Remove containers from fire area if possible to do so safely
Personal Precautions: Wear protective clothing, gloves, safety glasses; avoid inhalation of powder
Environmental Precautions: Prevent bulk product from entering storm drains or surface waters
Methods for Clean-Up: Sweep or shovel up spilt material without creating dust clouds, place in suitable containers for disposal
Other Information: Wash area with water and mild detergent after removal to reduce slip hazard
Emergency Procedures: Alert supervisory personnel, cordon off affected area until clean-up is complete, use non-sparking tools if necessary
Handling Instructions: Use in well-ventilated area, avoid creation of dust, wear suitable work clothing and personal protective equipment
Storage Recommendations: Keep in cool, dry location away from incompatible chemicals like strong acids or oxidizers, store in tightly sealed original packaging
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands thoroughly before eating or drinking after handling product
Temperature Considerations: Store at room temperature, avoid exposure to heat sources to prevent caking or melting
Bulk Storage Notes: Rotate stock to prevent extended storage, check for package integrity on regular schedule
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established for DATEM, observe general dust level limits (e.g., ACGIH TLV for nuisance dust: 10 mg/m³)
Engineering Controls: General exhaust ventilation recommended, use local exhaust in powder handling areas
Personal Protective Equipment: Dust mask or respirator (if airborne dust present), nitrile gloves, safety glasses or goggles
Additional Protective Measures: Protective footwear for bulk handling, change contaminated clothing promptly
Workplace Monitoring: Periodic assessment of dust levels in production areas
Appearance: Light yellow to off-white waxy solid, flakes or powder
Odor: Slight, characteristic fatty odor
pH (1% solution): Approximately 3.0 to 5.0
Melting Point: 45°C to 65°C (varies by grade)
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Insoluble in water, dispersible in hot water, soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol
Flash Point: Above 200°C
Explosive Properties: Fine dusts may be combustible at high concentrations
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable (non-volatile solid)
Partition Coefficient (Octanol/Water): Not determined
Viscosity: Not applicable in solid state
Bulk Density: 0.35 – 0.47 g/cm³
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard conditions of temperature and humidity
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, open flame, strong oxidizing agents, prolonged exposure to air and moisture
Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with strong acids or bases, may generate decomposition products such as acetic acid, tartaric acid under extreme conditions
Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, acetic acid, acrid smoke in case of fire
Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization expected
Other Notes: Quality can deteriorate if exposed to high humidity or stored for long periods
Acute Toxicity: Low acute oral toxicity, LD50 (rat, oral) >5,000 mg/kg
Irritation: Mild skin and eye irritant, based on animal and limited human data
Sensitization: No known reports of sensitization or allergic reaction through occupational exposure
Chronic Exposure: No known effects, does not accumulate in human tissue in animal studies
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity / Reproductive Effects: No evidence of genetic or reproductive toxicity in available studies
Potential Health Effects: Effects of overexposure limited to mechanical irritation in those handling large quantities, otherwise considered safe as a food additive by JECFA and FDA
Ecotoxicity: Not expected to be hazardous to aquatic organisms based on rapid biodegradability and low water solubility
Degradation: Product breaks down into natural substances by soil microbes, generally considered biodegradable
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low, due to limited environmental persistence
Mobility: Minimal in soil and water, forms stable residues without leaching
Aquatic Toxicity: No bioaccumulation or acute toxicity observed in fish or daphnia at concentrations used in environment
Additional Environmental Risks: Large spills might form scum on water surface, reducing oxygen transfer
Recommended Disposal Methods: Commercial quantities collected and disposed via landfill or incineration in accordance with local regulations
Small Quantities: Can be disposed of as non-hazardous waste if not contaminated
Recycling / Reuse: Not typically recycled due to food-contact restriction
Packaging Disposal: Rinse thoroughly, recycle or dispose based on local authority guidance
Special Precautions: Keep out of watercourses, treat larger amounts as industrial waste
Regulatory Considerations: Observe all applicable regional, national, and local requirements
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as hazardous for transportation
Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Label Required: None for domestic or international road, rail, air, or sea transport
Additional Transport Details: Avoid extremes of temperature, prevent package damage in transit, stack according to package markings
Emergency Response Guide: Not assigned
Food Additive Status: Approved as E472e in the EU; permitted by Codex Alimentarius, US FDA (21 CFR 184.1101) as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe)
Workplace Regulations: Covered under general chemical safety, no specific OSHA limits
National Inventory Listings: Listed in US TSCA, European EINECS, Canadian DSL, Australian AICS, and Japan ENCS
Additional Labeling: None required on consumer packaging for food uses
Other Regulatory Statutes: Product subject to FDA, EFSA, and other global food safety agencies’ oversight for food additives
Warning Statements: No specific warnings necessary under ordinary conditions of intended use
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