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Product Name: Star Anise
Chemical Name: Illicium verum fruit
Common Names: Ba Jiao, Chinese Star Anise
Synonyms: Star aniseed
Recommended Uses: Food ingredient, flavoring, traditional medicine
Supplier Information: Manufacturer and distributor details found on the product packaging
Emergency Contact Number: Refer to local poison control center or medical emergency services
Classification: Not classified as dangerous under GHS guidelines
Physical Hazards: Possible dust generation during grinding
Health Hazards: May cause mild skin or eye irritation
Environmental Hazards: No known significant effects or critical hazards with normal use
Label Elements: No mandatory signal word, hazard statement, or pictogram required
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhaling dust and contact with eyes
Chemical Composition: 100% dried fruit of Illicium verum
Key Components: Anethole (up to 90%), essential oils, flavonoids, shikimic acid, tannins
CAS Number: 84775-42-8 (plant extract)
Proprietary Blends: No additives or contaminants included in pure products
Impurities: Adulteration possible if substituted with Japanese star anise (toxic)
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, rinse mouth, seek help if symptoms appear
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water
Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for several minutes
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, seek medical attention if any irritation or unusual effects develop
Symptoms & Effects: Mild irritation possible to skin or eyes, rare allergic reaction possible
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, CO2, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water jets
Specific Hazards: Organic dust may form explosive mixtures with air
Special Protective Equipment: Wear full protective gear including respirator
Advice for Fire-Fighters: Avoid inhaling smoke; use caution with dust in confined spaces
Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, possibly irritating fumes
Personal Precautions: Avoid breathing dust, ventilate area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from entering drains or waterways
Methods for Cleaning Up: Sweep or vacuum with HEPA filter, place in closed containers for disposal, wash spill area with water
Protective Equipment: Gloves, safety goggles, dust mask
Handling: Minimize dust generation, use adequate ventilation, do not eat or drink in processing areas, wash hands after handling
Storage: Store in cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and moisture
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents
Special Requirements: Keep container tightly closed, protect from contamination, store separately from toxic botanicals like Japanese star anise
Control Parameters: No established occupational exposure limits
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or general ventilation to control dust
Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory protection for dust, goggles for eye protection, gloves for frequent handling
Hygiene Measures: Do not smoke, eat or drink during use, wash thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing
Appearance: Star-shaped, hard, reddish-brown dried fruit
Odor: Licorice-like, sweet, aromatic
pH: Not applicable for solid
Melting/Freezing Point: Not determined
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not determined
Flammability: Dust form can ignite in air
Solubility: Not soluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils
Vapor Pressure: Not available
Partition Coefficient: Not known
Density: Approximately 0.60 g/cm³ for bulk dried pods
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Chemical Stability: Stable in dry, cool conditions
Reactivity: Low under normal handling
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Combustion possible if dust accumulates
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None during normal storage; carbon oxides possible if burned
Acute Toxicity: No human toxicity reported for culinary use, toxic compounds may occur in adulterated products
Irritation: May cause mild irritation to skin or eyes
Sensitization: Allergic skin or respiratory reaction rare but possible
Chronic Effects: Not reported in normal use
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: Not documented
Reproductive Toxicity: No known effect
Special Warning: Japanese star anise is highly toxic if mistakenly substituted
Main Active Compound: Anethole, generally recognized as safe but should not be concentrated or consumed in excessive amounts
Ecotoxicity: Not considered harmful in standard concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable, breaks down in environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: Negligible
Mobility in Soil: Low; natural decomposition
Other Adverse Effects: None known, but improper disposal of bulk quantities should be avoided to prevent localized impact
Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations, small quantities can be composted or landfilled
Special Precautions: Avoid large releases into drains or waterways
Packaging Disposal: Recycle or dispose of packaging according to local requirements
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Transport Hazard Class: N/A
Packing Group: N/A
Environmental Hazards: None
Special Transport Precautions: Protect from moisture during transit, keep in sealed containers to avoid spillage or contamination
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Not specifically regulated as hazardous under international, federal, or state standards
Food and Drug Administration: Recognized as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) for intended uses
European Food Safety Authority: Permitted as flavoring substance, subject to restrictions on adulteration with toxic species
Workplace Safety: Employers should provide appropriate training regarding dust exposure and cross-contamination prevention
Other Regulations: Check local and national guidelines for food additives and botanical products used therapeutically or in bulk
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