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Chemical Name: Sorbitol
Other Names: D-glucitol, Sorbol
CAS Number: 50-70-4
Molecular Formula: C6H14O6
Recommended Use: Humectant, food additive, sweetener, pharmaceutical excipient
Supplier Name: Standard industrial or laboratory supplier
Emergency Contact: Local Poison Control Center or chemical emergency hotline
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS (Globally Harmonized System)
Main Hazards: May cause mild eye, skin, or respiratory irritation for sensitive individuals
Pictogram: No symbol required
Signal Word: None
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhaling dust, prevent contact with eyes; keep away from strong oxidizers
Health Effects: Excess intake by ingestion may cause gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea
Substance: Sorbitol
Concentration: 97–100% pure
Impurities: Minimal, trace sugars like mannitol may be present
Chemical Family: Sugar alcohols (polyols)
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms persist or breathing becomes difficult
Skin Contact: Wash contact area thoroughly with soap and water, remove soiled clothing
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if easy to do; seek medical help if redness or irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, drink water to dilute; if large quantities are swallowed and symptoms develop, consult a healthcare provider
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide to extinguish
Specific Hazards: Combustible dust can form explosive mixtures in air if powdered
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide may form in a fire
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear
Special Procedures: Avoid using water jet as this may spread burning material; keep containers cool with water spray
Personal Protection: Wear safety goggles, gloves, dust mask
Environmental Precautions: Avoid release into drains, sewers, natural waterways
Clean-Up Methods: Sweep up without creating dust, collect in appropriate container for disposal; ventilate spill area; wash area after material pickup
Handling: Minimize dust generation; avoid breathing dust; use with adequate ventilation
Storage: Store tightly closed in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible substances like strong oxidizers
Safe Storage Details: Keep container tightly sealed when not in use; protect from moisture; segregate from strong acids and bases
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limit for sorbitol
Engineering Controls: Provide local exhaust or general ventilation to reduce exposure to dust
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear safety glasses with side shields, lightweight gloves, dust mask if powder form is handled
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Appearance: White, odorless crystalline powder or granules
Odor: Odorless
Solubility: Freely soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol
pH: 5.0–7.0 for a 10% aqueous solution
Melting Point: 95–100°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Density: 1.49 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Flash Point: Not applicable
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available
Flammability: Can form dust clouds that may explode if ignited
Partition Coefficient: log Kow: -2.2
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, moisture, dust formation
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids and bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides if burned or decomposed at high temperatures
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Acute Toxicity: Low oral toxicity, LD50 (rat) > 15,000 mg/kg
Chronic Effects: Long-term excessive consumption may lead to gastrointestinal disturbances
Inhalation Risks: May cause respiratory tract irritation
Skin and Eye Irritation: Not considered irritating under most conditions; sensitive individuals may experience mild redness
Carcinogenicity: Not recognized as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Sensitization: Not reported as a skin sensitizer
Environmental Fate: Rapidly biodegradable, low persistence in soil and water
Aquatic Toxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic organisms; LC50 (fish) > 5,000 mg/L
Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Other Information: Large releases can affect pH in small bodies of water and increase biological oxygen demand
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Product Disposal: Material may typically be landfilled or incinerated in approved facilities
Packaging Disposal: Triple rinse containers, recycle or dispose safely
Contaminated Packaging: Handle in the same way as unused product
UN Number: Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated as a hazardous material
Transport Hazard Class: Not hazardous for air, sea, or road
Packing Group: None assigned
Special Precautions: Minimize breakage and loss during transport; keep dry and away from incompatible substances
U.S. TSCA: Listed
EU REACH: Registered, not considered hazardous
OSHA: Not regulated as hazardous
Canada DSL/NDSL: Listed
Other Regulations: Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for food use by the FDA; comply with all relevant local regulations for workplace safety and environmental protection where applicable
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