| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2741 |
| Health: | 0 |
| Flammability | 1 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Starch, Soluble Reagent, A.C.S., Powder |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | N/A |
| RTECS: | GM5090000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 9005-84-9 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Starch, Soluble | CAS# 9005-84-9 | 100% | W/W | None Established |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Generally not hazardous in normal handling, however good laboratory practices should always be used. Avoid long term exposure to skin or by inhalation. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Generally not hazardous in normal handling, however good laboratory practices should always be used. Avoid long term exposure to skin or by inhalation.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Wash exposed area with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but it is not necessary to induce. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Water spray |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Dust at sufficient concentrations can form explosive mixtures with air. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Eliminate Ignition Sources. Clean up personnel may need protection from the dust.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool, dry place. Handle using safe laboratory practices. Protect container from any physical damage. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH approved dust mask
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | Information not available | Specific Gravity | 1.5
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| Boiling Point: | Information not available |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 0 |
| Vapor Pressure: | Not applicable |
Evaporation Rate: | Not applicable |
| Vapor Density: |
Not applicable |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Dispersible |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
>716°C |
| Appearance and Odor: |
White powder or granules |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
Information not available |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Temperature extremes |
Materials to Avoid:
Strong Oxidizing materials |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Heavy black acrid smoke |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| DANGER!! This material can produce a dust explosion under the right conditions. Effects of over exposure:coughing, sneezing and impairment to the upper respiratory tract.Acute: impairment ot the upper rspiratory tract system, irratition to the eyes and skin. Chronic: mechanical irratition to the eyes, skin and throat. Target organs: eyes,skin, and upper respiratory tract. Conditions aggravated/target organs. Persons with pre-existing eye,skin or respiratory tract conditions may be more susceptible. |
| DOT Classification: Not Regulated |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0.1 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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