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Product Name: Distilled Glycerin Monostearate
Chemical Formula: C21H42O4
CAS Number: 31566-31-1
Synonyms: Glyceryl Monostearate, GMS, Octadecanoic acid, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol
Intended Use: Food additive, cosmetic ingredient, emulsifier, anti-caking agent
Manufacturer: Contact details provided on container label or purchasing documentation
Emergency Phone Number: Refer to supplier’s safety contact
Relevant Identified Uses: Used in food, pharma, cosmetic, and industrial applications
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS standards
Physical Hazards: Non-explosive, non-flammable in solid state
Health Hazards: May cause mild skin or eye irritation in sensitive individuals
Environmental Hazards: Not regarded as environmentally hazardous under normal conditions
Label Elements: No mandatory hazard symbols required
Signal Word: None
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes; wash hands thoroughly after handling
Hazards Not Otherwise Classified: Dust generation can cause mild mechanical irritation
Main Component: Glycerin Monostearate (90% and higher)
Chemical Synonyms: Glyceryl Monostearate
Minor Ingredients: Distillates of fatty acids (palmitic, oleic), moisture (<5%), monoglycerides and diglycerides in small amounts
Impurities: No known hazardous impurities present above regulatory disclosure limits
Molecular Weight: Approximately 358.6 g/mol
Eye Contact: Rinse gently with running water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present; seek medical advice if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water; seek medical attention if irritation develops
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms such as coughing or breathing discomfort occur
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly; no acute hazard from small amounts; obtain medical help for discomfort or persistent symptoms
Acute and Delayed Symptoms: Mild mechanical irritation may occur from dust; severe reactions rarely reported
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, water spray
Unsuitable Media: High-velocity water jets may spread material
Specific Hazards: Combustion may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and acrolein
Advice for Firefighters: Use protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus
Special Precautions: Dust can form explosive mixtures with air, though risk is low in typical storage
Flammability: Not highly flammable but can burn at higher temperatures
Explosion Risk: Fine dust in suspension may present minor explosion hazard
Personal Precautions: Wear dust mask, safety goggles, and gloves to avoid contact
Environmental Precautions: Avoid product release into drains, soil, or surface water
Methods for Containment: Sweep up granules or powder gently to limit dust; collect in suitable containers
Methods for Cleaning Up: Use non-sparking tools for dry cleanup, dispose according to local waste regulations
Reference to Other Sections: Refer to exposure controls for further handling and disposal guidance
Spill Volume: For large spills, ventilate area and minimize dust
Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid inhaling dust and prolonged contact with skin or eyes; use appropriate PPE
Technical Measures: Use local exhaust ventilation in areas generating dust
Safe Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers in cool, dry, well-ventilated place; keep away from strong oxidizers
Storage Incompatibilities: Isolate from chemicals like strong acids, bases, and oxidizers
Packaging Materials: Polyethylene, polypropylene, or stainless steel recommended to avoid reactions and moisture ingress
Specific Use Requirements: Good hygiene required; wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking
Engineering Controls: Provide adequate local exhaust at points of dust generation
Eye/Face Protection: Wear safety glasses or goggles when handling
Skin Protection: Use chemical-resistant gloves; wear long sleeves for bulk handling
Respiratory Protection: Approved dust mask or respirator if vapors or dust become airborne
Workplace Exposure Limit: No governmental limits established; recommend minimizing exposure to general dust threshold values (e.g., 10 mg/m3 total dust in air)
Hygiene Measures: Remove contaminated clothing after use; wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly
Environmental Exposure Controls: Do not discharge into drains, rivers, or the environment
Appearance: White to off-white flake, fine powder, or pellet
Odor: Mild, fatty, or neutral odor
Odor Threshold: Not applicable or not determined
pH: Neutral, approximately 6-8 (10% suspension in water)
Melting Point/Range: 58°C–65°C
Boiling Point/Range: Not measurable; decomposes
Flash Point: >150°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not volatile
Flammability: Non-flammable (solid form)
Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive Limits: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient conditions
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: 0.9–1.1 g/cm³
Solubility: Practically insoluble in water; dispersible; soluble in hot alcohol, acetone
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Estimated high log P due to fatty acid moiety
Auto-ignition Temperature: >400°C
Decomposition Temperature: Decomposition above 200°C
Viscosity: Not relevant for solid
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions reported under normal use
Hazardous Reactions: May react with strong oxidizers to produce heat and hazardous byproducts
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, sources of ignition, incompatible chemicals
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, alkalis, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, traces of acrolein on thermal decomposition
Routes of Entry: Inhalation (dust), skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: No acute toxicity expected in humans at exposure levels typical of industrial or consumer use
Skin Irritation: Not skin-sensitizing, may cause mild dryness or irritation
Eye Irritation: Direct contact may cause mild, temporary irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: No known effects; dust can cause mild respiratory discomfort
Ingestion Toxicity: Regarded as safe in food use at permitted concentration
Chronic Effects: No evidence of mutagenic, carcinogenic, or reproductive toxicity in available studies
Additional Health Data: Allergic reactions extremely rare
Aquatic Toxicity: Not known to be acutely toxic to aquatic organisms
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable; breaks down in the environment within reasonable timeframe
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low expected; rapid metabolism in animals and microbes
Mobility in Soil: Low; tends to bind to soil particles
Other Adverse Effects: Minimal risk of long-term environmental impact based on present knowledge
Regulations: Not a persistent organic pollutant, not listed as hazardous to water systems
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of product in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Container Disposal: Rinse containers before recycling or disposal; avoid dumping into landfills or drains
Special Precautions: Do not release into environment; ensure waste does not contaminate water supplies
Treatment: Industrial or municipal landfill or incineration recommended under controlled conditions
UN Number (if applicable): Not classified as hazardous waste
UN Number: Not regulated for transport by road, rail, sea, or air
Proper Shipping Name: Not assigned
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous goods
Packing Group: None
Environmental Hazards: Not environmentally hazardous in transport
Special Precautions: Avoid container breakage and spills; keep product dry during transport
Transport in Bulk: Follow relevant IMO, ADR, and IATA requirements
International Regulations: Listed on TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, Canadian DSL/NDSL, AICS, Japan ENCS
National Regulations: Approved for use as food additive (E471) in many regions
Labelling Requirements: No mandatory warning under OSHA or Canadian WHMIS
SARA Title III: Not listed as a hazardous substance
California Prop 65: Not listed
Other Restrictions: Meets food grade requirements where specified by local authorities
Worker Protection: General control measures sufficient; no special licensing or registration required in most jurisdictions
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