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Product Name: Locust Bean Gum
Synonyms: Carob Gum, E410, Galactomannan
Chemical Formula: C14H18O9 (average polymer structure)
CAS Number: 9000-40-2
Recommended Uses: Used in food manufacturing as a thickener, stabilizer, and gelling agent
Supplier Information: Manufacturer’s name and address included on shipment labels; product inquiries typically available through supplier hotline
Emergency Contact: Refer to manufacturer's local or regional emergency telephone number
Product Type: Food additive, natural polysaccharide, generally recognized as safe in regulated uses
GHS Classification: Substance not classified as hazardous according to OSHA or EU regulations
Hazard Symbol: None
Signal Word: None
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin or eye contact in industrial environments
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation of powder may trigger temporary irritation or coughing; Contact with dust may cause eye or skin irritation especially if handling bulk quantities without protection
Environmental Hazards: No severe risk identified to aquatic or terrestrial life in ordinary use or disposal
Other Hazards: Fine organic powder can support combustion under certain conditions
Ingredient: Locust Bean Gum (purity usually above 90%)
EC Number: 232-541-0
Impurities/Byproducts: Small remaining trace of protein, moisture, mineral ash, typical for plant-derived materials
Ingredient Origin: Gum extracted from seeds of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua)
No Known Allergens: Product not known to contain allergenic proteins at significant concentration
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air; Provide water to clear throat irritation; Seek medical attention in case of continued discomfort
Eye Contact: Rinse with clean water for several minutes, removing contact lenses if present and easy; See a physician if redness or discomfort persists
Skin Contact: Wash exposed skin with mild soap and water; Remove contaminated clothing; Use soothing lotion if dryness occurs
Ingestion: Product widely present in foods, not regarded as acutely harmful in small to moderate accidental amounts; Rinse mouth and drink water if large amounts consumed unintentionally, seek medical attention for discomfort
Symptoms to Watch: Dry cough, eye redness, mild skin irritation
Suitable Extinguishing Methods: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide for localized fires
Unsuitable Extinguishing Methods: Direct water jet may disperse dust into air
Special Fire Hazards: Fine dust presents risk of explosive mixture in air, especially inside silos or enclosed spaces
Firefighter Personal Protection: Full protective gear with self-contained breathing apparatus due to risk of toxic combustion gases
Decomposition Products: Oxides of carbon, possible formation of organic vapors under incomplete combustion
Other Information: Product residue on hot equipment may char and emit smoke
Precautions for Workers: Avoid breathing dust; Use dust mask for large spills
Environmental Precautions: Prevent massive entry of powder into surface water, drains, or soil to reduce risk of clogging and potential local oxygen depletion
Cleanup Methods: Vacuum or sweep up spillage immediately; Minimize dust generation; Use damp methods for final cleaning
Disposal: Collect waste into sealed, labeled containers for appropriate landfill or composting according to local rules
Personal Protection: Gloves, goggles, dust mask recommended during cleanup
Safe Handling: Handle powder in well-ventilated spaces; Avoid generating airborne dust; Ground and bond containers if transferring bulk material
Personal Hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly after handling; Do not eat, drink, or smoke in processing area
Safe Storage: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from strong oxidants and direct sunlight
Incompatibility: Avoid contact with strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents which compromise product stability
Bulk Storage Precautions: Use explosion-proof electrical equipment in areas with large airborne powder concentrations
Shelf Life: Product maintains effectiveness for several years if kept dry in properly sealed packaging
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to control dust at points of transfer or where powder is weighed
Exposure Limits: No specific workplace exposure limit set for this product; Use general inert or nuisance dust limits (typically 10 mg/m³ for total airborne dust)
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask or NIOSH-approved respirator for large-scale industrial use
Hand Protection: Suitable gloves for thermal and mechanical protection
Eye Protection: Safety glasses with side shields if airborne dust is present
Other Protective Clothing: Standard process garments to prevent skin and clothes contact; Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Physical State: Fine powder, sometimes available as granules
Color: White to creamy beige
Odor: Slight; considered bland or neutral
Molecular Weight: Variable due to its polymeric nature (galactomannan chain)
pH (1% Solution): 5.5–7.0
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Melting Point: Decomposes without melting
Solubility: Swells and fully hydrates in cold and hot water, insoluble in most organic solvents
Density: Bulk density typically 0.5–0.8 g/cm³
Flash Point: Not relevant for powders; risk of ignition in dispersed dust clouds
Viscosity: High in aqueous solution, depends on concentration
Stability: Stable in dry, ambient conditions for several years
Reactivity: Not chemically reactive with food ingredients or packaging commonly used
Decomposition: Decomposes above 200°C, giving off water vapor and traces of organic compounds
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids and bases accelerate degradation
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, traces of organic acids during combustion
Acute Toxicity: Oral toxicity extremely low (LD50 in rodents above 20 g/kg); widely accepted as safe for humans in food at typical inclusion rates
Chronic Effects: No evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity in available scientific literature
Irritation: Dust may cause mechanical irritation of eyes, nose, throat, or skin
Sensitization: No strong evidence for allergenic response in consumers or workers
Other Health Effects: Consuming very high doses can induce mild flatulence in sensitive individuals due to fermentation by gut microflora
Ecotoxicity: Not toxic to aquatic or terrestrial organisms at standard exposure levels
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable by soil and aquatic microbes
Bioaccumulation: No potential for bioaccumulation, product rapidly broken down in environment
Mobility in Soil: Remains in upper layers if spilled; washes away readily with rainwater but does not form persistent polluting residues
Other Environmental Concerns: Unlikely to disturb ecosystems when released in reasonable amounts during normal use
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose through landfill or composting facilities
Product Disposal: Incineration not recommended unless part of general refuse; industrial waste may be landfill or composted
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse and recycle or dispose of in accordance with local regulations
Legal Requirements: Observe all federal, state, and local laws regarding non-hazardous chemical waste
Avoid: Release of large amounts into drains or natural water bodies due to risk of clogging
UN Number: Not regulated under ADR, IATA, IMDG, DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Package in moisture-proof, strong bags; Seal packages to prevent spillage or moisture uptake
Transport Label: Not required for this type of product
Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations: Product regulated as a food additive in most jurisdictions, identified by E410 in EU; not listed as hazardous under OSHA, REACH, or WHMIS
Inventories: Listed in US TSCA inventory, EU EINECS/ELINCS, Australian AICS, Japanese ENCS, and Canadian DSL
Other Regulations: Meets purity standards set by FAO/WHO Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and national food safety authorities
Label Recommendations: Ingredient labeling required when used in consumer food products
Worker Health and Safety: No special health surveillance required beyond standard industrial hygiene practices
