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Product Name: Black Pepper
Chemical Name: Piper nigrum
Synonyms: Ground Black Pepper, Peppercorn
Product Use: Spice, Food Ingredient
Manufacturer: Commonly sourced from spice suppliers, including major agricultural exporters
Emergency Contact: Refer to company’s safety office or poison control center for acute incidents
CAS Number: 8006-82-4
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Recommended Use Restrictions: Not intended for non-food industrial processes
Hazard Classification: Not classified as hazardous under normal conditions
Physical Hazards: Fine powder can cause dust explosion risk in strongly confined spaces
Acute Health Hazards: Temporary respiratory irritation possible from dust exposure; may cause sneezing, coughing, and mild eye irritation during handling
Chronic Health Hazards: Respiratory discomfort from repeated long-term exposure to dust in large amounts
Environmental Hazards: No documented significant environmental hazards from standard use or disposal
Pictogram: None required by GHS classification
Signal Word: None required
Precautionary Statements: Minimize dust generation, store in well-ventilated areas, avoid contact with eyes and excessive inhalation
Main Ingredient: Piperine (active alkaloid) 2%-9%
Other Components: Essential oils (terpenes, pinene, limonene), carbohydrates, proteins, fiber, trace minerals
Impurities: Potential traces of foreign matter depending on source
Allergenic Substances: None established, but sensitive individuals may experience irritation
Inhalation: Move exposed person to fresh air; seek medical attention if respiratory symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash affected skin with mild soap and water; medical advice if irritation continues
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of cool water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing; seek medical attention if discomfort remains
Ingestion: Not considered toxic in food quantities; rinse mouth, drink water if large amounts swallowed, seek medical attention for any unusual symptoms
Most Important Symptoms: Sneezing, coughing, eye redness, mild skin irritation
Recommendations for Immediate Medical Care: Call healthcare provider for severe or persistent symptoms
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Special Hazards: Fine dust may cause fire or explosion under rare circumstances with strong ignition source
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, irritating smoke
Protective Equipment: Firefighters wear approved self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Additional Measures: Remove containers from fire area if safe, cool unopened containers with water spray
Personal Precautions: Avoid inhalation and eye contact
Protective Equipment: Use dust mask or respirator, gloves, safety glasses
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large spills entering drains or waterways
Clean-up Methods: Sweep up spilled material, minimize dust generation, place in suitable containers for disposal or recovery, ventilate contaminated area
Reference to Other Sections: Use exposures controls and personal protection as described in corresponding sections
Safe Handling: Handle with care to avoid creating airborne dust, use local exhaust if dust forms, avoid direct contact with eyes and inhalation
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or restroom use; remove contaminated clothing
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed, store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, protect from moisture and direct sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, moisture
Container Information: Store in food-safe containers, avoid use of metal not suitable for food contact
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for pepper dust
Engineering Controls: Use local ventilation or dust extraction systems in processing or packaging areas
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH or EN approved dust mask or respirator where dust is generated
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or glasses for bulk handling
Skin Protection: Gloves for those sensitive or handling large quantities
General Protective Measures: Good workplace hygiene, do not eat or drink where material is handled, wash hands after use
Appearance: Dark brown to black powder or whole peppercorns
Odor: Characteristic pungent, spicy smell
Odor Threshold: Detectable at low concentrations
pH: Not applicable or weakly acidic as solution
Melting/Freezing Point: Not determined for whole spice
Boiling Point: Not determined
Flash Point: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Fine powder can support combustion in air
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Solubility: Water insoluble, disperses in water
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: Above 150°C
Bulk Density: 400–600 kg/m³ for ground pepper
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperature and pressure
Conditions to Avoid: Ignition sources, high heat, exposure to moisture
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, bases, strong oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, aromatic compounds if overheated
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur
Acute Toxicity: Very low, commonly ingested in food, high dust inhalation may irritate airways
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild irritation to sensitive individuals
Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes burning and redness, typically short-lived
Respiratory Sensitization: Dust can cause sneezing, coughing, minor throat irritation
Ingestion: Non-toxic at common dietary amounts, large amounts may cause gastrointestinal discomfort
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity: No evidence in current literature
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence in common use
Symptoms of Overexposure: Eye, nose, throat irritation; skin redness; gastrointestinal upset if consumed excessively
Ecotoxicity: Not expected to cause adverse environmental effects
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable, breaks down naturally
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not significant
Mobility in Soil: Low mobility, binds to soil organic matter
Other Adverse Effects: Does not harm typical flora or aquatic life under normal usage and disposal
Product Disposal: Small quantities may be disposed as household waste; larger quantities should go through composting or approved landfill
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers before recycling or disposal; follow local and national regulations for food-safe or hazardous waste, if applicable
Special Precautions: Avoid generating airborne dust during cleanup and disposal
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Pepper, not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Prevent package damage, avoid excessive moisture and rough handling
Federal Regulations: Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for food use by U.S. FDA
Workplace Safety: Not specifically regulated under OSHA for workplace exposure, but dust standards may apply
Other Regulations: Subject to food safety and labeling laws in country of sale
Labeling: Must comply with national laws on food allergens, origin, ingredients
REACH Status (EU): Exempt as natural food product
Other Country-Specific Regulations: Export and import controlled as agricultural commodity; not controlled as hazardous material
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