Chitosan is a powdered substance that is not hazardous according to current regulation. It is used for laboratory and industrial purposes. The document provides safety information on proper handling and storage of chitosan, including potential acute health effects and measures for first aid, accidental release, firefighting, and personal protective equipment. Physical and chemical properties of chitosan are also detailed.
Chitosan is a powdered substance that is not hazardous according to current regulation. It is used for laboratory and industrial purposes. The document provides safety information on proper handling and storage of chitosan, including potential acute health effects and measures for first aid, accidental release, firefighting, and personal protective equipment. Physical and chemical properties of chitosan are also detailed.
Chitosan is a powdered substance that is not hazardous according to current regulation. It is used for laboratory and industrial purposes. The document provides safety information on proper handling and storage of chitosan, including potential acute health effects and measures for first aid, accidental release, firefighting, and personal protective equipment. Physical and chemical properties of chitosan are also detailed.
Chitosan is a powdered substance that is not hazardous according to current regulation. It is used for laboratory and industrial purposes. The document provides safety information on proper handling and storage of chitosan, including potential acute health effects and measures for first aid, accidental release, firefighting, and personal protective equipment. Physical and chemical properties of chitosan are also detailed.
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifiers Product name : Chitosan CAS-No. : 9012-76-4 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Industrial & for professional use only. 1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Company : Central Drug House (P) Ltd 7/28 Vardaan House New Delhi-10002 INDIA Telephone : +91 11 49404040 Email : care@cdhfinechemical.com
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008. 2.2 Label elements Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008. 2.3 Other hazards This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.
No components need to be disclosed according to the applicable regulations.
Page 1of 6 SECTION 4: First aid measures 4.1 Description of first aid measures General advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. If inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician. In case of skin contact Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician. In case of eye contact Flush eyes with water as a precaution. If swallowed Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician. 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in section 11 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed No data available
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides (NOx) 5.3 Advice for firefighters Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary. 5.4 Further information No data available
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. For personal protection see section 8. 6.2 Environmental precautions Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided. 6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. 6.4 Reference to other sections For disposal see section 13.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. For precautions see section 2.2. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Page 2of 6 Storage class (TRGS 510): Combustible Solids 7.3 Specific end use(s) Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters 8.2 Exposure controls Appropriate engineering controls Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. Personal protective equipment Eye/face protection Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Skin protection Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. Body Protection Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances, and to the specific work-place., The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. Respiratory protection Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance le (EN 143) dust masks. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Control of environmental exposure Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties a) Appearance Form: powder Colour: beige b) Odour No data available c) Odour Threshold No data available d) pH No data available e) Melting point/freezing No data available point f) Initial boiling point and No data available boiling range g) Flash point No data available h) Evaporation rate No data available i) Flammability (solid, gas) No data available j) Upper/lower No data available flammability or explosive limits k) Vapour pressure No data available l) Vapour density No data available
Page 3of 6 m) Relative density No data available n) Water solubility No data available o) Partition coefficient: n- No data available octanol/water p) Auto-ignition No data available temperature q) Decomposition No data available temperature r) Viscosity No data available s) Explosive properties No data available t) Oxidizing properties No data available 9.2 Other safety information No data available
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity No data available 10.2 Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions. 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions No data available 10.4 Conditions to avoid No data available 10.5 Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides (NOx) Other decomposition products - No data available In the event of fire: see section 5
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity LD50 Oral - Rat - > 10,000 mg/kg(Chitosan) Skin corrosion/irritation No data available(Chitosan) Serious eye damage/eye irritation No data available(Chitosan) Respiratory or skin sensitisation No data available(Chitosan) Germ cell mutagenicity
No data available(Chitosan) Carcinogenicity IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Page 4of 6 Reproductive toxicity No data available(Chitosan) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure No data available(Chitosan) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure No data available Aspiration hazard No data available(Chitosan)
Additional Information RTECS: Not available
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.(Chitosan)
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity Toxicity to fish LC50 - Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) - 1.73 mg/l - 96 h(Chitosan) Toxicity to daphnia and EC50 - Daphnia pulex (Water flea) - 13.69 mg/l - 48 h(Chitosan) other aquatic invertebrates 12.2 Persistence and degradability No data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
No data available
12.4 Mobility in soil
No data available(Chitosan) 12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher. 12.6 Other adverse effects Toxic to aquatic life.
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods Product Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chem scrubber. Contaminated packaging Dispose of as unused product.
Page 5of 6 SECTION 14: Transport information 14.1 UN number ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: - 14.2 UN proper shipping name ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods IMDG: Not dangerous goods IATA: Not dangerous goods 14.3 Transport hazard class(es) ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: - 14.4 Packaging group ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: - 14.5 Environmental hazards ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no 14.6 Special precautions for user No data available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006. 15.2 Chemical safety assessment For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out
SECTION 16: Other information
Further information The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Central Drug House (P) Ltd and its Affiliates shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See www.cdhfinechemical.com for additional terms and conditions of sale.
