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Product Name: Flaxseed Gum
Chemical Name: Polysaccharides from Linum usitatissimum
CAS Number: 9000-70-8
Synonyms: Linseed gum, flax mucilage
Recommended Use: Food additive, industrial thickener, cosmetics
Supplier Details: Information provided by the purchasing entity or distributor
Emergency Contact: Refer to local safety procedures and supplier emergency contact; 24-hour support may come from national poison centers
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS framework
Physical Hazards: Low hazard, fine powder may cause dust clouds
Health Hazards: Inhalation of dust can irritate respiratory system; direct skin or eye contact can cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals
Environmental Hazards: Not expected to pose significant environmental risks at typical usage levels
Label Elements: No signal word, hazard symbol, hazard statement required
Additional Notes: People with known allergies to flax products should limit exposure
Chemical Composition: Natural high-molecular-weight polysaccharides, with trace proteins, lignans, and minerals
Main Ingredients: Flaxseed gum (≥95%), water content (varies by drying method, typically <10%)
Impurities: Trace residual oil, plant particles, minimal protein fractions
Allergens: May contain trace allergens from flaxseed proteins
Additives: None in pure grades
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, support breathing, rinse mouth if needed, seek medical attention if coughing or discomfort persists
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water; if redness or irritation develops, consult a physician
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with running water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, consult medical advice in case of discomfort
Ingestion: Rinse mouth and drink water, consult a doctor for large amounts or persistent effects; unlikely to cause harm in small amounts
Special Advice for Allergic Responses: Seek medical help immediately if signs of severe allergy such as rash, trouble breathing, or swelling develop
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None established for this material; all common agents accepted
Specific Hazards from Fire: Combustion produces carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and small amounts of other organic compounds; dust may create explosive mixtures in air
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective clothing
Firefighter Advice: Move containers from fire area if safe; avoid inhaling smoke or combustion products; use water spray for cooling exposed surfaces
Personal Precautions: Wear dust mask, gloves, and goggles to avoid inhaling dust or contact with eyes
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large amounts from entering surface water or soil; sweep up promptly to avoid environmental dispersal
Clean-Up Methods: Collect spilled material using anti-static equipment; sweep or vacuum dust with explosion-proof device; place residue in sealed containers for disposal; don't use dry sweeping for fine powders where dust generation may occur
Other Precautions: Ventilate affected area; wash spillage area with water to remove residues
Handling: Use with adequate ventilation to minimize dust; avoid ingestion, unnecessary skin contact, or direct inhalation of powder; practice good industrial hygiene
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from heat, sources of ignition, and moisture; keep containers tightly closed when not in use; preserve from strong oxidizing agents
Packing Materials: Store in food-grade airtight plastics or fiber drums lined with food-grade bags
General Hygienic Practices: Wash hands after use and before eating or handling other materials; avoid bringing contaminated clothing home
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established exposure limits; follow general dust limits by OSHA/ACGIH (e.g. exposure to inert dust ≤10 mg/m³)
Engineering Controls: Provide local exhaust ventilation in areas with significant dust generation
Personal Protective Equipment: Dust mask or respirator (N95 or similar), protective gloves, safety goggles or glasses with side shields, lab coat or protective clothing
Hygiene Measures: Work clothing and gloves should be cleaned regularly; avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in handling areas
Appearance: Off-white to light yellow fine powder or granules
Odor: Minimal, faintly earthy
pH: 6–8 in 1% aqueous solution
Melting Point: Decomposes before melting
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not determined for gum; organic dust poses ignition hazard
Solubility: Swells in cold water to form viscous gel; sparingly soluble
Density: 0.4–0.7 g/cm³ depending on granulometry
Auto-ignition Temperature: >350°C
Partition Coefficient: Not applicable
Viscosity: Produces viscous colloidal solution in water
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Not reactive under normal use
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, humidity, open flame, sparks; avoid dust clouds in confined space
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon oxides and other organic volatile products at high temperature combustion
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity; large ingestion amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort
Chronic Toxicity: Long-term effects not identified; animal and in vitro studies indicate low toxicity
Skin Sensitization: Rare, possible in individuals with pre-existing allergies
Eye Contact: Possible mechanical irritation from dust
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: No evidence for mutagenic or carcinogenic potential
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Known flax allergies, pre-existing respiratory conditions
Summary of Health Effects: Not acutely hazardous; may irritate sensitive skin, eyes, or airways if exposed to large quantities of dust
Aquatic Toxicity: Not believed to be toxic; large spills may increase biological oxygen demand (BOD) in water
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable, breaks down naturally in the environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Low mobility, will crosslink and stay at surface or upper soil layers
Other Adverse Effects: None identified at standard usage levels
Waste Treatment: Handle as non-hazardous organic waste; dispose in accordance with local, regional, and national laws
Incineration/Landfill: Suitable for landfill or incineration at approved facility; avoid dispersal of dust during disposal
Contaminated Packaging: Clean packaging can be recycled or disposed of as non-hazardous waste
Precautions for Disposal: Do not discharge into surface water in large quantities; avoid dust emissions during handling
UN Number: Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name: Not dangerous goods
Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not applicable
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Avoid rough handling that breaks packaging and creates dust
Federal Regulations (USA): Not listed as hazardous by OSHA, TSCA; food-grade quality listed as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) by FDA
EU Regulations: Not classified as hazardous under CLP/GHS; food additive E number E413
Other Global Listings: Permitted additive in food applications in China, Canada, Australia, Japan
Workplace Labelling: No special requirements
Other Notes: Allergens should be declared as required by food labeling laws; comply with local and national guidelines
