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Product Name: Soy Lecithin
Chemical Name: Phosphatidylcholine, mixture of diglycerides of fatty acids and hexose, pentose, and phosphoric acid
CAS Number: 8002-43-5
Synonyms: Lecithins, soya lecithin, soy phospholipids
Product Use: Emulsifier for food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications
Manufacturer/Distributor: Obtain from supplier information on the packaging
Emergency Contact: Refer to local poison control or supplier hotline
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Label Elements: No pictogram required, not a hazardous substance or mixture
Route of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eye contact
Physical Hazards: Fine powder may cause dust formation
Health Effects: May cause mild eye and skin irritation on prolonged contact
Environmental Effects: Large spills can be slippery; minimal risk to environment due to biodegradability
Signal Word: None
Precautionary Statement: Avoid generating dust, use in well-ventilated area, wash hands after handling
Component: Soy Lecithin
Chemical Formula: C42H80NO8P (major phosphatidylcholine component)
Concentration: 95-100% soy lecithin by weight
Impurities: Trace proteins, carbohydrates, residual solvents below regulatory limits
Common Allergens: Contains soy derivatives
Purity/Grade: Food and feed grade options, check specification sheet for detailed breakdown
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention if respiratory symptoms develop
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, remove contact lenses, continue irrigation for at least 15 minutes, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, seek medical attention if symptoms occur
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, drink small quantity of water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice if symptoms or discomfort occurs
Additional Notes: No specific antidote known; treat symptomatically
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, CO2, or water spray/fog
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Use caution with full water jet
Specific Hazards Arising from the Substance: Dust may form explosive mixture in air, burning product emits carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other unidentified compounds
Protective Equipment: Firefighters to wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing
Advice for Firefighters: Evacuate area, cool containers with water spray
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust generation, ventilate area, wear suitable protective clothing
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering drains and waterways
Methods for Containment: Collect spilled powder using non-sparking tools, keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal
Cleaning Procedures: Vacuum or sweep up, avoid creating airborne dust, wash spill area with water
Reference to Other Sections: Refer to exposure controls and personal protection section for additional guidance
Safe Handling: Use only in well-ventilated locations, avoid inhalation and contact with eyes or skin, wash hands before eating and after handling
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers, keep in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, protect from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, avoid exposure to strong acids or bases
Storage Materials: Use appropriate containers (HDPE, stainless steel, or glass preferred for bulk storage)
Control of Dust: Implement dust explosion prevention and control measures
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific limit for soy lecithin established; control workplace dust using general occupational exposure guidelines (OSHA PEL for nuisance dust: 15 mg/m³ total dust)
Engineering Controls: Employ local exhaust ventilation to minimize dust; keep processing equipment dust-tight
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
Respiratory Protection: Use dust mask or respirator (approved under NIOSH or similar) if ventilation is inadequate
Eye/Face Protection: Wear safety glasses or goggles if risk of splashing or dust
Hand Protection: Use latex, nitrile, or rubber gloves
Body Protection: Wear lab coat or dust-resistant clothing
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke in processing areas; wash hands thoroughly after handling
Appearance: Amber to brown powder, granules, or viscous liquid
Odor: Mild, characteristic, slightly nutty
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Neutral to slightly acidic (around 6-7 in a 1% aqueous dispersion)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 34-36°C (solid fractions), liquids at room temperature
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: > 93°C (closed cup, for liquid lecithin)
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Flammability (solid, gas): May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Explosion Limits: Not established for this material
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Vapor Density: Not determined
Density/Relative Density: 1.03 - 1.10 g/cm³ (liquid), variable for powder
Solubility: Insoluble in water, disperses forming emulsion; soluble in alcohols and oils
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: > 225°C
Decomposition Temperature: Above 180°C
Viscosity: High (liquid); not available (solid)
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions known with proper use
Possible Hazardous Reactions: Contact with strong oxidizers may produce hazardous decomposition
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, sparks, open flames, and sources of static electricity
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, phosphorus oxides, acrolein, other organic compounds in fire and thermal decomposition
Acute Toxicity: No acute toxicity expected under normal handling and use; oral LD50 (rat) > 5,000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified as irritant; may cause mild irritation with prolonged contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause mild, transient irritation
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not known to be sensitizing; persons with soy allergy may react
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Carcinogenicity: No components listed as carcinogens by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No known reproductive effects from typical exposures
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: Not classified for STOT; dust exposure may irritate respiratory tract
Repeated Dose Toxicity: Not classified
Other Health Information: Consumption by individuals with soy allergy could produce allergic reaction
Ecotoxicity: Product expected to have low environmental toxicity; readily biodegradable
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegrades in soil and water; does not persist or bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Not mobile in solid form, may penetrate with water as a fine dispersion
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate based on physical/chemical properties
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid uncontrolled release due to possible slippery conditions and oxygen demand in water
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Recommended Disposal: Incineration, landfill, or composting depending on product form and contamination level
Additional Precautions: If contaminated with hazardous material, treat according to contaminant’s disposal requirements
Container Disposal: Clean containers before disposal or recycling; do not reuse for food/feed without proper cleaning
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous goods under ADR, IMDG, or IATA
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: None identified
Special Precautions for Transport: Protect from moisture and direct sunlight; avoid mixing with incompatible chemicals
OSHA Status: Not listed as hazardous
TSCA Status: Listed on the TSCA Inventory
FDA Status: Approved as food additive and GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) substance
Other US Regulations: SARA Section 313: Not subject; California Proposition 65: Not listed
EU Regulations: Complies with EC No 1907/2006 (REACH); not classified as hazardous under CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Canadian Regulations: Listed on DSL; not classified as hazardous under WHMIS
Japan, Australia, Korea Inventories: Registered and permitted for use in food, feed, and cosmetic applications
