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Product Name: Red Yeast Rice
Other Names: Hong Qu, Red Koji Rice
Chemical Formula: Not applicable (mixture of Monascus-purpurus-fermented rice)
Recommended Uses: Dietary supplements, traditional food additive, coloring agent
Manufacturer/Supplier: Information available upon request
Emergency Contact: Local Poison Control Center or Manufacturer’s Emergency Number
Hazard Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation may cause irritation to respiratory tract; contact with eyes or skin may lead to mild irritation; ingestion in large amounts could lead to gastrointestinal discomfort
GHS Label Elements: No pictogram required
Signal Word: None
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhaling dust; avoid eye and skin contact; do not ingest large quantities
Substances: Mixture
Main Components: Fermented rice (Oryza sativa), containing Monascus purpureus, secondary metabolites (including monacolins, pigments)
Typical Percentages: Rice 95%–98%; Monascus fermentation solids 2%–5%
Impurities: Can contain trace amounts of citrinin (mycotoxin, not desired)
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air; seek medical advice if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash area thoroughly with water; remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; continue rinsing
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; seek medical attention for significant discomfort
Most Important Symptoms: Irritation, redness (eyes/skin), coughing (inhalation)
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: None known
Specific Hazards: Product is organic; dust can form explosive mixture with air
Protective Equipment: Standard firefighting gear; self-contained breathing apparatus recommended
Firefighting Instruction: Avoid inhalation of smoke, use water spray to cool containers
Personal Protection: Wear dust mask, gloves, and protective eyewear
Spill Cleanup: Avoid generating dust; collect material using vacuum equipped with HEPA filter or wet methods; sweep into suitable container for disposal
Environmental Precautions: Prevent dust dispersion; avoid direct release into water systems
Reporting: Not classified as hazardous, but report large spills to relevant authorities if required
Handling: Handle in area with sufficient ventilation; avoid creating dust; wash hands thoroughly after handling
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area; keep container tightly closed; protect from light, heat, and moisture
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents may degrade product
Hygiene Practices: No eating, drinking, or smoking in handling areas
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation where dust is generated
Personal Protective Equipment:
Respiratory—N95 respirator for dusty conditions;
Hands—clean gloves;
Eyes—safety goggles;
Body—protective clothing as needed
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established for product; treat as nuisance dust (total dust limit—10 mg/m³; respirable dust—3 mg/m³, ACGIH TLV)
Environmental Exposure: Minimize airborne release and waterway contamination
Appearance: Fine red to reddish-brown powder
Odor: Mild, characteristic
pH (in water): 6.0–7.5
Melting/Freezing Point: Not applicable
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not determined
Solubility: Sparingly soluble in water; largely insoluble in common organic solvents
Density: 0.5–0.7 g/cm³ (bulk)
Other Data: Dust may become airborne with mechanical agitation
Reactivity: Stable under normal conditions
Chemical Stability: Stable when stored and handled as recommended
Hazardous Reactions: None expected under standard use
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing or reducing agents
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, heat, sunlight
Decomposition Products: Oxides of carbon upon combustion
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Low oral and dermal toxicity based on animal data and traditional human use; no LD50 established
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause slight irritation
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Can cause mild irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Possible irritation with excessive dust exposure
Chronic Effects: High doses contain monacolins with statin-like effects; rare reports of muscle pain and liver dysfunction in sensitive individuals
Carcinogenicity: No ingredients listed as known carcinogens by IARC, NTP, or OSHA; some preparations may contain citrinin, which is a suspected nephrotoxin
Aquatic Toxicity: No acute aquatic hazard data available; expected to be low based on nature of ingredients
Persistence and Degradability: Product decomposes by natural organisms
Bioaccumulative Potential: No data; unlikely to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Product binds to organic matter, reducing mobility
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid uncontrolled release to prevent potential overgrowth of Monascus species in aquatic environments
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
Suitable Disposal: Landfill or incineration based on quantity and local requirements
Packing: Use sealed, labeled containers
Contaminated Packaging: Clean and recycle or dispose as regulated waste
Special Precautions: Prevent bulk disposal in surface waterways or sewers
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: None known
Special Precautions for User: Protect packaging from moisture and rough handling; avoid generating dust during loading and unloading operations
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: This product is not subject to major international chemical control regulations
OSHA Status: Not regulated as hazardous
TSCA Status: Components are not listed individually
EU REACH: Not classified as dangerous
California Proposition 65: Not listed, but citrinin (if present) can be of concern
Other Regulations: Food-grade Red Yeast Rice supplements may fall under FDA dietary supplement regulations; verify compliance before human consumption or sale
West Ujimqin Banner, Xilingol League, Inner Mongolia, China
