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Product Name: Torula Yeast
Chemical Name: Candida utilis
Synonyms: Sugar Cane Yeast, Wood Yeast, Dehydrated Yeast Cell
Recommended Use: Food ingredient, animal feed additive, flavor enhancer
Supplier Details: Listed by manufacturer; emergency contact provided by supplier
CAS Number: 68876-77-7
UN Number: Not classified
Contact for Emergency: Provided on shipping documents from the supplier
GHS Classification: Not classified as a dangerous good
Physical Hazards: Dust may present an explosion risk if mixed with air in sufficient quantities
Health Hazards: Inhalation of dust may cause irritation to the respiratory tract, eyes, or skin (especially in sensitive or allergic individuals). No acute health risks for normal handling
Environmental Hazards: Not hazardous to the environment at normal usage
Signal Word: None required
Pictogram: None required by GHS
Precautionary Statements: Avoid generation and inhalation of dust; wash hands after handling; use protective equipment as needed
Candida utilis Cells: 95-100%
Protein: 40-55%
Other Constituents: Trace minerals, B-vitamins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, water
Hazardous Components: No hazardous components present above thresholds of concern under OSHA or EU guidelines
Impurities/Additives: None added field to field; trace levels of residual substrate from fermentation possible
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air; keep at rest; seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Eye Contact: Rinse with running water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present; seek medical attention for irritation
Skin Contact: Rinse skin with soap and water to remove residue; remove contaminated clothing; seek care if rash develops
Ingestion: Not considered hazardous in small quantities; rinse mouth with water; seek help if large amount ingested or if symptoms occur
Most Important Symptoms: Coughing, mild irritation, sneezing; more severe responses possible for those with yeast sensitivities
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry powder, CO2 for larger fires
Unsuitable Media: Direct high-pressure water jets (may spread dust)
Specific Fire Hazards: Combustible dust: airborne dust can explode if ignited in a confined space; decomposition may produce carbon oxides
Protection for Firefighters: Wear full protective equipment and SCBA
Special Procedures: Avoid generating dust; contain water used for firefighting to prevent contamination
Personal Precautions: Avoid breathing dust; if significant dust becomes airborne, use a suitable dust mask
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from entering waterways; small spills are not dangerous to the environment
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up spilled material; collect in suitable containers for reuse or disposal; avoid creating airborne dust; ventilate area
Precautions for Safe Handling: Handle in well-ventilated areas; minimize dust generation; wash hands after use; use it away from ignition sources
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers
Safe Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed, dry containers; keep in a cool, dry place; protect from moisture and direct sunlight; avoid high temperatures
Bulk Storage: Store in silos or sealed bags; follow good warehouse practices
Maximum Storage Duration: Up to two years in unopened containers kept cool and dry
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific limits for Torula yeast; control nuisance dust—OSHA PEL for particulates not otherwise regulated: 15 mg/m³ (total dust), 5 mg/m³ (respirable)
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if large quantities handled indoors
Personal Protective Equipment: Dust mask or respirator if dust likely; gloves for sensitive skin; safety goggles to avoid eye irritation
General Hygiene: Wash hands after handling; remove and wash contaminated clothing daily
Appearance: Light to medium brown, fine powder or granular
Odor: Pleasant, bready or slightly woody
Solubility: Partially soluble in water; forms a suspension
pH (1% solution): 4.5 to 7.0
Melting Point: Not applicable; decomposes before melting
Bulk Density: 500-800 kg/m³, varies with granulation
Flash Point: Not relevant (combustible solid)
Explosive Limits: Dust explosion possible; minimum ignition energy and dust concentration parameters not specified
Autoignition Temperature: Not measured
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, excess heat, sparks, open flame
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, smoke if burned
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Acute Toxicity: No acute toxicity observed in normal use; considered safe for food and feed
Chronic Toxicity: Not carcinogenic; not mutagenic; not sensitizing under normal exposure
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation (most common route for irritation), skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Symptoms: Mild respiratory, skin, or eye irritation; nothing systemic documented; allergic reaction possible in sensitive people
LD50 (oral, rat): Not toxic at dietary use levels
Ecotoxicity: Not toxic to aquatic life or terrestrial organisms in normal concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable
Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Limited, binds to soil structure
Other Adverse Effects: Not known to pose environmental hazards in typical applications
Regulatory Status: Accepted as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) in food by US FDA; not controlled as hazardous waste
Product Disposal: Dispose as non-hazardous organic waste; can be composted or landfilled in compliance with local regulations
Packaging Disposal: Recycle or dispose packaging according to local guidelines
Sewage Disposal: Small amounts can be flushed with water; prevent large amounts from entering drains
Waste Codes: Not classified as hazardous waste under US or EU codes
UN Number: None assigned (not dangerous for transport)
Proper Shipping Name: Torula Yeast or Yeast Culture
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous
Packing Group: Not required
Environmental Hazards: Not environmentally hazardous as a transported commodity
Special Precautions: Transport in dry, sealed containers; avoid moisture and rough handling to minimize dust release
OSHA Status: Not a hazardous chemical as defined by OSHA regulations
TSCA Inventory: Listed or exempt
CERCLA Reportable Quantity: Not applicable
SARA Title III: Not subject to SARA Section 302, 304, or 313 reporting
EU Regulation: Not classified as hazardous under CLP; included in food additive lists
Other Local or International Regulations: Complies with major feed, food, and environmental safety requirements such as FDA GRAS, EFSA feed additive regulations; labeling as per food ingredient or feed material codes
