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Product Name: Lactic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides
Synonyms: Lactic Acid Monoester, Lactic Acid Diglyceride, E472b
Recommended Uses: Emulsifier in baking, dairy, margarine, processed foods, cosmetics
Manufacturer/Distributor: Available upon request
Contact Info: Emergency phone numbers and address typically provided by supplier
Product Code: Specific codes vary per batch and supplier
Emergency Overview: Non-hazardous under typical usage conditions, but best handled with care
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS
Routes of Exposure: Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion
Signal Word: None required
Hazard Statements: May cause mild eye or skin irritation in sensitive individuals
Precautionary Statements: Wash thoroughly after handling, avoid inhaling dust, do not ingest intentionally
Potential Health Effects: Prolonged exposure to high concentrations of dust may cause respiratory discomfort
Environment: Not persistent or bioaccumulative; low risk in typical use settings
Chemical Identity: Lactic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides
CAS Number: 25383-99-7
Concentration: Typically between 95% and 99% active ingredient
Impurities: Trace amounts of lactic acid, glycerol, minor acylglycerols, residuals from processing
Other Components: Some formulations may carry minute amounts of sodium or potassium salts
Eye Contact: Rinse with cool water for 10-15 minutes; seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, rest and seek medical attention if respiratory symptoms develop
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water; do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel
Most Important Symptoms: Eye irritation, mild skin redness
Note to Physicians: Treat symptomatically, no known specific antidote
Flammability: Not highly flammable but will burn if exposed to flame
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, or dry chemical
Specific Hazards: May emit irritating fumes (carbon oxides, acrid smoke) under fire conditions
Special Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Explosion Data: Dust can form combustible mixtures in air, minimize dust accumulation
Precautions: Remove unaffected containers from area if safe to do so
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment as required, avoid eye and skin contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from entering drains or watercourses
Spill Response: Sweep or vacuum material, place in suitable containers for disposal; wash area with water to remove residues
Methods for Cleaning: Avoid raising dust, ventilate area, use damp sweeping or approved industrial vacuum if necessary
Regulatory Reporting: Not usually required unless spill is large or enters environment
Handling Practices: Minimize dust generation, use with adequate ventilation, wash hands after handling
Safe Storage Conditions: Keep in tightly closed containers, store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area
Incompatibilities: Avoid strong oxidizers, strong acids
Storage Temperature Range: Roughly 5°C to 35°C
Other Precautions: Store away from food and feedstuffs unless intended for food use
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for this compound
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to control dust if needed
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses, gloves, dust mask if dusty
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after use, remove contaminated clothing
Respiratory Protection: Use particle-filtering mask if dust exceeds comfort threshold
Eye/Face Protection: Chemical safety goggles or glasses
Skin Protection: Lightweight gloves in bulk handling situations
Appearance: White to pale cream powder, flakes, or beads
Odor: Faint fatty or creamy odor
Odor Threshold: No relevant data
pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (5.0-7.0 in a 10% suspension)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 50°C – 70°C, depending on specific formulation
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: >200°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Negligible
Flammability: Not classified as highly flammable, but will burn in fire
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient temperature
Relative Density: 0.9 – 1.1 g/cm³
Solubility: Insoluble in water, dispersible; soluble in oils and organic solvents
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: >350°C
Decomposition Temperature: >200°C
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions known under normal use
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flame, strong oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, acrolein, minor acylglycerol byproducts under fire conditions
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 in rats >5000 mg/kg (practically non-toxic)
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Possible mild transient irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Dust may cause mechanical irritation
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic
Mutagenicity: No evidence in relevant test systems
Reproductive Effects: No adverse reproductive or developmental effects found in studies
Inhalation Toxicity: Low hazard unless large amounts of dust inhaled
Chronic Effects: No significant chronic toxicity reported
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic life based on available data
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable
Bioaccumulation: Low potential for bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: Not expected to move significantly or contaminate groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: Minimal impact anticipated in typical concentrations used
Aquatic Toxicity Data: Fish LC50 >100 mg/L (tested with structurally related substances)
Waste Handling: Follow national and local regulations for disposal
Recommended Disposal: Dispose as non-hazardous organic waste, use landfill or combustion at permitted facility
Contaminated Packaging: Clean thoroughly for recycling or dispose as regulated for residual contamination
Sewage Disposal: Avoid disposal into wastewater unless permitted by authorities
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as dangerous goods
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Special Precautions for User: Avoid excessive stacking, keep packaging secured during transit
Environmental Hazards: None expected in normal packaging and handling
Transport in Bulk: Not subject to bulk transport rules
Labeling Requirements: Not required under conventional chemical labeling laws for food-grade products
OSHA: Not specifically regulated as hazardous
TSCA Inventory: Listed
FDA: Approved as a food additive (21 CFR 184.1063)
WHMIS: Not listed as controlled product in Canada
REACH: Registration and evaluation may apply in European settings
Other Regulations: Check local and regional requirements for workplace and occupational exposure
SARA: Does not contain chemicals subject to SARA Title III reporting
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