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Product Name: Oligogalactose
Chemical Family: Oligosaccharides
Molecular Formula: (C6H10O5)n
Synonyms: Galactooligosaccharide, GOS
Manufacturer: Refer to supplier’s details
Recommended Uses: Food additive, prebiotic, dietary supplement
Product Form: Powder, syrup
Contact Information: Supplier emergency contact or local poison control center
CAS Number: Refer to specific supplier data
Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous under GHS standards
Acute Health Hazards: May cause mild eye or respiratory irritation with dust exposure
Chronic Health Hazards: None reported in standard use
Symbol(s): No pictograms required
Signal Word: None
Precautionary Statement: Avoid creating dust; use with adequate ventilation
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, eye and skin contact
Target Organs: Eyes, respiratory tract (due to physical particle nature)
Environmental Hazards: No known significant hazards
Main Ingredient: Oligogalactose (>90%)
Other Ingredients: Water (if syrup), minor oligosaccharides
Impurities: Trace amounts of monosaccharides, possible residual proteins
Allergens: Allergen-free if produced via microbial fermentation
Ingredient Disclosure: No hazardous components according to OSHA or EU guidelines
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, wash nose and mouth; seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water; seek medical advice if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; consult medical help if irritation remains
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; drink water; get medical attention for adverse symptoms
Advice For Provider: Symptomatic treatment; no specific antidote required
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, CO2, dry chemical
Unsuitable Media: Avoid direct water jets
Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, other oxides of carbon
Protective Gear: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Specific Hazards: Dust in air may form explosive mixture; keep dust levels low
Explosion Data: No unusual sensitivity to impact or static discharge
Personal Precautions: Avoid inhalation of dust; avoid contact with eyes; use protective equipment
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains and waterways
Methods for Clean-Up: Sweep, vacuum or shovel gently; collect in container for proper disposal; ventilate area; wash spill site
Spill Volume Consideration: Manage large spills with dust control methods and reference emergency planning
Precautions: Avoid dust generation; use only with adequate local exhaust ventilation
Handling Advice: Do not eat, drink, or smoke in processing area; wash hands thoroughly after use
Conditions For Safe Storage: Store in tightly closed container; store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place; keep away from incompatible materials
Incompatibles: Strong oxidizers
Shelf Life: Refer to packaging guidelines, typical storage extends shelf stability for up to two years
Packaging: Keep in food-grade, moisture-proof, and light-resistant containers
Occupational Limits: No OSHA PEL or ACGIH TLV established
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls
Personal Protection: Eye protection and dust mask in case of dust formation; gloves suitable for food handling
Respiratory Equipment: Approved particulate respirator for high dust environments
Hygienic Practices: Wash hands and face after using; keep work clothing separate from other clothing
Environmental Measures: Prevent dust release outdoors
Appearance: White to off-white powder or clear viscous liquid
Odor: Odorless or faint sweet smell
pH: 4.0–7.0 (5% aqueous solution)
Melting Point: Not sharply defined (decomposes with heating above 160°C)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Solubility: Highly soluble in water
Density: 1.55–1.60 g/cm³ (powder)
Flash Point: Not determined; combustible dust risk below 500 microns particle size
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Explosion Properties: Dust explosion possible—refer to Kst data
Viscosity: Syrup has high viscosity; powder is free-flowing
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and use conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Not reactive under normal processing or storage, but may caramelize with heat
Incompatibility: Reactive with strong oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products: With heating and burning, forms carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and possible aldehydes
Polymerization: Will not polymerize
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, humidity, incompatible chemicals, ignition sources for dust
Acute Toxicity: Very low oral toxicity; large quantities may cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort
Chronic Effects: None reported in literature at usual dietary exposure levels
Skin Irritation: Not expected to cause effect on intact skin
Eye Irritation: Dust may cause temporary mechanical irritation
Respiratory Effects: Prolonged high dust exposure may irritate respiratory tract
Mutagenicity / Carcinogenicity: Extensive animal studies and regulatory evaluations report no evidence of mutagenicity or carcinogenicity
Reproductive Effects: No reported reproductive or developmental toxicity from daily dietary intake
LD50/LC50: Not available—ingredient considered safe for food use by global regulatory agencies
Ecotoxicity: Not expected to present significant environmental hazards at standard concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in water, soil, and sewage
Bioaccumulation Potential: Negligible—does not bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Mobile in aqueous phase due to high solubility
Aquatic Toxicity: No evidence of harm to aquatic organisms at realistic exposure levels
Other Effects: High levels may contribute to Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) if released in bulk
Regulatory Status: Not listed as hazardous for environment by EPA or EU CLP
Disposal Method: Dispose according to federal, state and local regulations; landfill or incineration possible when in compliance with waste management standards
Special Precautions: Do not discharge large quantities into drains or watercourses
Container Disposal: Rinse thoroughly before recycling or discarding packaging
Waste Code: No specific RCRA waste code assigned
Industrial Or Large-Scale Disposal: Engage licensed chemical waste disposal contractor for bulk residues
UN Number: Not assigned
UN Proper Shipping Name: Non-hazardous goods
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not regulated
IMDG / IATA: Not subject to international marine or air shipment restrictions
Special Precautions: Prevent damage to packaging and avoid moisture ingress during transit
Labeling Requirements: No special labeling required for transport
Environmental Hazards: None known during normal logistics
OSHA Status: Not regulated as a hazardous substance
TSCA Inventory: Whole or component substances listed
EU Regulations: Complies with food and feed additive guidelines; not classified as hazardous
FDA Status: Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) for intended use
Other Regulatory Listings: Not listed on Canadian WHMIS, Australian NICNAS or Japanese ENCS as hazardous; complies with Codex Alimentarius for food safety
Labeling: Food-grade labeling for bulk shipments; occupational safety labeling not required
Hazard Symbol: None required
REACH: Exempt based on use as food ingredient
