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Product Name: Lactobacillus reuteri
Chemical Family: Probiotic microorganism
Common Uses: Dietary supplement, animal feed additive, food ingredient
Supplier: Name and address of specific manufacturer or supplier
Contact Numbers: Emergency and non-emergency contact for supplier
SDS Number: Unique identifier for tracking
Date of Issue: Most recent revision date
Hazard Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS standards
Label Elements: No pictogram or signal word assigned
Potential Health Effects: May cause mild irritant effects to eyes or skin upon direct contact, rarely induces allergic reactions, inhalation of dust could result in temporary respiratory discomfort, ingestion intended for use in food/supplements
Environmental Hazards: No acute or chronic environmental toxicity known for intended use
Active Ingredient: Lactobacillus reuteri live culture (typically >1x109 CFU/g)
Carrier/Excipient: Commonly includes maltodextrin, lactose, or another inert bulking agent
Contaminants: Intended to be free of pathogens, heavy metals, and toxins based on supplier quality standards
Chemical Formula: Not applicable to living organisms
Purity: May vary, but usually above 95% viable units
Inhalation: Remove individual to fresh air, rinse mouth and nasal passages, seek medical attention for persistent symptoms
Skin Contact: Wash area with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical advice if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water, hold eyelids open for at least 15 minutes, consult a healthcare professional if redness or discomfort persists
Ingestion: Food grade, intended for oral use; unintended ingestion in an industrial setting—rinse mouth, monitor for symptoms, contact a doctor if discomfort occurs
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known
Specific Hazards: Product may burn and release typical organic decomposition products—carbon dioxide and oxides of nitrogen are possible
Protective Equipment: Firefighters use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective gear
Precautions: Control dust to minimize explosion risk, standard industrial hygiene applies
Spill Response: Contain powder to minimize dispersal, sweep or vacuum up material, avoid raising dust
Personal Precautions: Wear eye protection, dust mask, and gloves, especially for individuals with allergies
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from entering water sources, sweep up spills promptly
Cleanup Procedures: Use damp cloths or industrial vacuum for thorough cleaning, dispose of waste in accordance with local regulations
Handling: Use closed systems or local exhaust ventilation for bulk handling, avoid creating dust, personal protective equipment advisable in industrial settings
Storage Conditions: Maintain in airtight container, keep cool and dry, avoid sunlight, refrigerate for long-term stability
Storage Temperature: Commonly recommended at 2–8°C for optimal viability
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, oxidizers, or extreme heat degrade viability
Shelf Life: Supplier provides expiry or use-by date based on storage conditions
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limits, minimize airborne dust
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, keep product moist if possible to reduce dust
Personal Protective Equipment: Eye protection, dust mask, gloves, lab coat for industrial users
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area, clean work surfaces regularly
Appearance: Off-white to light tan powder
Odor: Mild, dairy-like or slightly earthy
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Typically neutral (when reconstituted)
Melting / Freezing Point: Not applicable (dehydrates before melting)
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not determined (not expected to be flammable under ambient conditions)
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Dust may present minor explosion hazard if dispersed in air
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Solubility: Disperses in water
Partition Coefficient: Not applicable
Auto-ignition Temperature: No data available
Decomposition Temperature: Heat above 80°C reduces viability
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, heat, exposure to air, high humidity
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids, bases, oxidizers
Hazardous Reactions: None known under normal conditions
Decomposition Products: High temperature causes breakdown to carbon dioxide and water, generates typical organic combustion products
Polymerization: Will not occur
Acute Toxicity: Not toxic at expected dietary doses; intended for food and supplement use
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eye, ingestion
Symptoms: Mild respiratory, skin, or eye irritation is rare; allergic reactions are uncommon
Chronic Effects: No evidence of carcinogenicity, teratogenicity, or reproductive toxicity found in published studies
Sensitization: Isolated reports; persons with allergies to lactic acid bacteria should avoid unnecessary exposure
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Immunocompromised persons may have heightened susceptibility
Ecotoxicity: Organism is widely found in nature and used in probiotics and agriculture, low risk to aquatic or terrestrial life
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegrades, does not persist in environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: No potential for bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: Remains localized; does not leach significantly
Other Ecological Effects: Use in animal agriculture tied to reduction in pathogenic bacterial load in manure
Waste Treatment Methods: May be disposed in landfill or incinerated following consultation with local environmental authorities
Product Disposal: Safe for disposal as non-hazardous waste, large quantities advantageously composted
Packaging Disposal: Triple rinse and recycle or dispose per regional guidelines
Precautions: Avoid releasing large volumes into water bodies to prevent temporary imbalance
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Probiotic culture, non-hazardous
Transport Hazard Class: None assigned
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Keep containers sealed, protect from moisture and temperature extremes
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Transport Labels: None required
Relevant Regulations: Product has Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status in the US for intended uses; conforms to food-grade and supplement regulations in many regions
Labelling Requirements: Follows food or supplement product labeling laws, usually omits hazard statements
Workplace Safety: Industrial users comply with occupational safety laws for biological materials
Global Inventories: Listed on substances inventories as microbial product where required
Restrictions: No major restrictions for food-grade applications, observe national variations
Other: Quality assurance and microbiological purity standards required by GMP for supplement and food manufacturers
