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Product Name: Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. lactis
Product Code: LDDL2024
Recommended Use: Starter culture for dairy fermentation, probiotic ingredient, research material
Manufacturer: StarTech Microbial Solutions
Contact Number: 1-800-555-2024
Address: 980 Foodtech Lane, Innovation Park, CA 94000
Emergency Telephone: CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
Email: msds@startechmicrobials.com
Date Prepared: June 2024
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under current GHS criteria
Label Elements: No pictogram required; precautionary statement for respiratory sensitization in susceptible individuals
Signal Word: None
Potential Health Hazards: No evidence of pathogenicity to healthy humans, minimal risk of allergy or respiratory response in sensitive people, avoid mucosal exposure
Environmental Hazards: Not deemed hazardous for environment; avoid uncontrolled release to minimize ecological impact
Chemical Name: Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. lactis
Common Synonyms: L. delbrueckii subsp. lactis, probiotic culture
CAS Number: 55845-93-1
Concentration: ≥ 1 x 1010 CFU/g (colony forming units per gram)
Formulation: Freeze-dried pure culture blended with food-grade maltodextrin as carrier, non-toxic, non-pathogenic
Impurities/Additives: None present above threshold reporting levels
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, monitor for respiratory discomfort, seek medical help if symptoms persist
Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes, check for persistent irritation, obtain medical advice if needed
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, not expected to cause adverse effects, seek medical advice if feeling unwell
Acute & Delayed Effects: No known acute toxicity, possible mild irritation to eyes and respiratory tract in sensitive people
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or CO2—product not flammable, but packaging may burn
Special Hazards Arising from Product: Burning of product may generate carbon oxides and minor nitrogenous compounds
Advice for Firefighters: Wear SCBA and protective gear, prevent run-off to drains and water courses
Explosion Data: No known risk of explosion
Personal Precautions: Avoid inhaling dust, wear dust mask or respirator, and protective gloves
Environmental Precautions: Prevent uncontrolled releases, sweep up and avoid dispersal of powder into drains, sewer, or open water
Methods for Clean-Up: Sweep using non-sparking equipment or vacuum with HEPA filter, place in labeled waste container for disposal
Decontamination: Wash surfaces with water after removal of bulk, ventilate affected area well
Precautions for Safe Handling: Use proper hygiene, avoid dust formation, do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed container at -18°C or below for long-term stability, short-term stability below 8°C
Incompatibles: Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents
Other Information: Product stable in original unopened packaging up to 12 months if stored as recommended
Occupational Exposure Limits: No official limit set for this organism; experience suggests good industrial hygiene suffices
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation to minimize airborne particles, maintain adequate general ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory protection (N95 particulate respirator or similar) if dust forms, gloves (nitrile or latex), safety glasses
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating or drinking, remove contaminated clothing promptly
Appearance: Off-white to light cream, free-flowing powder
Odor: Faint, slightly sour, characteristic dairy starter
pH in Aqueous Suspension: 5.5 - 7.0
Melting Point: Not applicable
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Solubility: Disperses in water; may form mild suspension
Particle Size: 20 - 150 µm (approximate range)
Bulk Density: 350 – 600 kg/m³
Flammability: Not highly flammable; avoid creating airborne dust near open flames
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal use and storage
Reactivity: Inert towards most common substances, decomposes slowly in strong acid or base
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, exposure to acids, sustained sunlight
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None expected under normal conditions
Acute Toxicity: No known pathways of acute toxicity in healthy individuals
Chronic Effects: No chronic health effects documented in scientific or occupational studies
Sensitization: Rare/allergic reactions possible in highly sensitive subjects exposed to high airborne concentrations
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: Not classified as mutagenic or carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Open wounds, pre-existing respiratory sensitivities
Exposure Routes: Inhalation (main risk), accidental skin/eye contact (mild irritation possible)
Ecotoxicity: No evidence for toxicity to aquatic or terrestrial organisms
Persistence and Degradability: Rapidly degrades in natural environments; does not persist
Bioaccumulation Potential: Negligible; does not bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil/Water: High mobility; temporary presence in water bodies possible, outcompeted by native flora
Other Adverse Effects: None identified under normal usage and discharge practices
Disposal Methods: Dispose as non-hazardous organic waste, landfill or compost in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Container Disposal: Triple rinse empty packaging; recycle or dispose following local waste authority guidance
Contaminated Packaging: Wash before recycling; avoid reuse for food or human consumption products
Special Precautions: Avoid disposal to surface water and sewerage systems in bulk
UN Number: Not classified
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not required
Environmental Hazards: Not applicable
Transport Precautions: Ship in leak-proof packaging. Protect from moisture, extreme temperatures and accidental rupture
Additional Info: Suitable for shipment worldwide by air, land, and sea without special handling
OSHA Status: Not hazardous; microbial exposure standards apply as for non-pathogenic cultures
TSCA Inventory: Exempt (naturally occurring microorganism, not a chemical substance)
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting requirements
CERCLA Reportable Quantity: Not listed
DSL (Canada): Listed as non-pathogenic
EU Regulation: Food-grade culture, not subject to chemical classification; included in QPS/Novel Foods list
Other Regulations: FDA GRAS status for food uses, no restrictions for research and non-food use except general biological safety practices
