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Product Name: Sorbitan Monostearate
Synonyms: Span 60, Sorbitan Stearate
Chemical Formula: C24H46O6
CAS Number: 1338-41-6
Manufacturer: Specialty chemical suppliers and various international distributors
Recommended Use: Emulsifier in food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, personal care, and industrial applications
Contact Information: Support numbers listed on manufacturer website or supplier packaging
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under current GHS guidelines
Label Elements: No pictogram or signal word required
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin or eye irritation after direct or prolonged contact
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation of dust, prevent eye and skin contact during handling
Potential Health Effects: Eye contact may produce discomfort or redness, large doses may cause mild gastrointestinal upset if swallowed
Chemical Identity: Sorbitan monostearate
Content: 98-100% pure
Impurities: Trace amounts of sorbitan esters and stearic acid residuals
Additional Components: No added fragrance, colorants, or preservatives present in technical and food-grade material
Inhalation: Move to fresh air if dust inhaled, seek medical attention for respiratory discomfort
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, medical help if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove soiled clothing, consult physician if skin redness or itching develops
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, medical attention if feeling unwell
Special Treatment: No antidotes; treat symptomatically based on exposure route and clinical condition
Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical, or water spray effective
Unique Hazards: Combustion can release irritating fumes of carbon oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Special Procedures: Remove containers from fire area, cool exposed containers with water
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust formation, ventilate area, use personal protective equipment
Environmental Precautions: Prevent bulk runoff into drains, surface water, or sewer systems
Cleanup Methods: Sweep or vacuum spilled material, collect into suitable containers for disposal, wash area with water and detergent
Spill Handling: Minimize airborne dust, label waste containers clearly for safe disposal
Safe Handling: Wear protective gloves, goggles, dust masks in poorly ventilated spaces
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating or drinking, do not smoke or consume food while working with product
Storage Recommendations: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from heat sources or direct sunlight
Compatibility: Keep away from strong oxidizers, acids, and bases
Packaging: Use well-sealed containers made from compatible materials to protect against moisture and contamination
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established by OSHA or ACGIH for sorbitan monostearate
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or process enclosures for dust-heavy operations
Personal Protection: Protective gloves, safety eyewear or shields, dust masks or particulate respirators for airborne dust
Hygienic Practices: Avoid breathing dust, wash exposed skin at work breaks and after handling
Appearance: Pale yellow, off-white waxy solid or flakes
Odor: Faint, slightly fatty odor
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH in Solution: 4.5–7.0 (1% solution)
Melting Point: 53–57°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: >230°C
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in hot oils, organic solvents
Density: 1.03 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient temperature
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Estimated at 6.6
Viscosity: Not reported for solid material
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity Profile: Low reactivity, not sensitive to shock or static
Conditions to Avoid: Strong acids, bases, oxidizers can trigger hydrolysis or decomposition
Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrolein, minor organic acids
Polymerization: Does not undergo hazardous polymerization
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 in rats estimated over 31,600 mg/kg
Skin Irritation: Slight irritation possible from undiluted product
Eye Contact: Possible transient irritation, no permanent damage expected
Chronic Exposure: No evidence of carcinogenic or reproductive hazards in available animal studies
Sensitization: Low risk, not recognized as a skin sensitizer
Other Effects: Used by mouth and on skin in FDA-approved food and pharmaceutical products; no toxicity expected at low exposures
Aquatic Toxicity: Not acutely toxic to aquatic life, considered essentially biodegradable
Persistence/Degradability: Readily biodegradable with typical environmental fate profile of esters
Bioaccumulation: Low potential due to breakdown in water and soil
Mobility in Soil: Limited mobility due to hydrophobic nature
Other Effects: No indications of harm to plants, animals, or microorganisms at realistic environmental concentrations
Waste Management: Dispose of spilled or excess material as non-hazardous waste unless contaminated with hazardous substances
Disposal Methods: Landfill according to local regulations, or incinerate in approved facility
Packaging Disposal: Rinse and recycle empty containers or dispose in accordance with governmental regulations
Precaution: Prevent large quantities from reaching sewage or natural water sources
UN Number: Not regulated
Shipping Name: No classification required for ground, air, or sea transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not dangerous goods
Packing Group: Not assigned
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Protect from heat and moisture during transit, ensure containers secure and undamaged
Food/Drug Approval: Recognized as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) for specific food and pharmaceutical uses by FDA
Chemical Inventory: Listed in TSCA (USA), EINECS/ELINCS (EU), DSL (Canada), and AICS (Australia)
Workplace Classification: Not classified as hazardous or controlled under OSHA, WHMIS, or CLP
Label Requirements: No special hazard warnings on packaging required, guidance on best safety practices provided
Chemical Safety Assessment: No chemical safety report necessary under REACH guidelines
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