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Product Name: Sucrose fatty acid esters
Chemical Formula: C18H36O11 (varies by fatty acid chain length)
CAS Number: 37318-31-3 (general), specific numbers depend on fatty acid composition
Recommended Use: Emulsifier, dispersant, food additive, cosmetic ingredient
Supplier: Contact manufacturer for details
Synonyms: Sucrose esters, Sucrose monostearate, Sucrose monooleate
Emergency Phone: Refer to specific supplier for current contact numbers
Hazard Classification: Non-hazardous according to GHS classification for most food and cosmetic uses
Main Hazards: Dust can irritate eyes, skin, and respiratory tract by mechanical action
Warning Symbols: Not applicable under normal use conditions
Other Dangers: Low risk of slipping from spills; minimal fire risk
Precautionary Statements: Avoid generating dust; keep away from strong oxidizers; use with adequate ventilation
Main Components: Sucrose fatty acid esters (purity >90%)
Minor Components: Free fatty acids, mono- and diglycerides, residual sucrose (concentration varies by grade)
Regulatory Status: Generally Regarded As Safe (GRAS) for food under FDA, EEC approved in the EU
Allergens: No known common allergens unless produced from allergenic oil sources
Inhalation: Remove individual to fresh air, seek medical help if respiratory symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, hold eyelids open
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water if uncomfortable, seek medical advice if large amount is swallowed
Additional Advice: No special antidotes; treat symptoms as needed
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Combustion may produce carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, possible acrolein
Protective Equipment: Standard gear for chemical fires, self-contained breathing apparatus
Firefighting Tactics: Avoid using water jets directly, cool fire-exposed containers
Explosion Risk: Fine dust may form explosive mixtures with air in rare cases
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, goggles, mask if excessive dust expected
Methods for Cleaning Up: Collect spilled product with dry shovel, avoid sweeping to limit dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering watercourses or drains; product is biodegradable but large quantity spills could disrupt biological wastewater treatment
Disposal: Place in suitable container for disposal as per local regulations
Handling: Ensure good ventilation, minimize dust generation, use proper lifting techniques for bulk quantities, avoid skin and eye contact for sensitive individuals
Storage: Store in dry, cool, well-ventilated areas away from strong oxidizers or acids, seal containers tightly after use to prevent moisture absorption
Packaging Materials: Compatible with most plastics and coated or lined steel containers
Incompatibles: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, sources of ignition in presence of dust
Control Parameters: No established OSHA or ACGIH limits; general dust exposure limit is 10 mg/m3 (inhalable)
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust recommended for bulk processing, dust collection systems, proper housekeeping
Personal Protective Equipment: Protective gloves, safety goggles, N95 respirator if dust levels are above threshold, lab coat or appropriate workwear
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, avoid eating or drinking in processing areas
Appearance: Off-white to pale yellow powder, flake, or pellet
Odor: Mild, neutral to faintly fatty
pH (1% solution): 5.0-8.0 (varies by grade and fatty acid composition)
Melting Point: 40-60°C (depends on chain length and degree of esterification)
Solubility: Dispersible in hot water, soluble in ethanol, insoluble in cold water
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Boiling Point: Decomposition before boiling
Density: About 1.1–1.2 g/cm3
Flash Point: >200°C (closed cup, varies by grade)
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal handling and storage conditions
Reactivity: Unreactive with most common food and non-food materials
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flames, strong oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, minor organic volatiles on thermal decomposition
Polymerization: No known hazardous polymerization
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity based on animal and human studies; LD50 (oral, rat) > 20,000 mg/kg
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation of dust, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Chronic Effects: No known long-term risks at typical usage levels; not classified as a carcinogen, mutagen, or reproductive toxin
Allergenic Potential: Low risk, with exceptions for derivatives from allergenic oil sources
Sensitization: Not reported as a skin sensitizer under repeated or prolonged exposure in studies
Target Organs: None identified
Symptoms of Overexposure: Mechanical irritation to eyes or respiratory tract if large quantities of dust present
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions
Aquatic Toxicity: Low toxicity to fish and aquatic invertebrates; LC50 (fish, 96h) > 100 mg/L
Persistence: Not expected to persist in environment
Bioaccumulation: Does not accumulate in aquatic organisms
Other Concerns: High concentrations in wastewater can cause foaming or disruption to plant operation; minimize bulk discharges
Product Disposal: Product can be disposed of in accordance with local, regional, national regulations for organic non-hazardous materials; preferable to send to industrial composting or incineration
Contaminated Packaging: Clean packaging by suitable means and recycle or dispose following approved waste management procedures
Special Precautions: Avoid release to waterways or storm drains in concentrated form
UN Number: Not regulated for transport by road, rail, sea or air
Proper Shipping Name: Sucrose fatty acid esters
Transport Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not assigned
Label Requirements: None for most grades; confirm with local regulations for large-bulk loads
Special Transport Precautions: Protect against moisture and mechanical damage; avoid loading with strong oxidizers
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous
TSCA Inventory: Listed
FDA Status: GRAS for food uses
EU EINECS/ELINCS: Listed
DSL (Canada): Listed
Label Elements: None required under current GHS for typical food and cosmetic grades
Workplace Safety: OSHA and WHMIS classify as non-hazardous for general handling
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