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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET |
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1. Product
Identification: |
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Product Name:
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Citric Acid – Anhydrous |
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Molecular Formula: |
C6H8O7 |
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Synonyms: |
2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, monohydrate |
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INCI Name: |
Citric acid |
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CAS #: |
77-92-9 |
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2. Classification: |
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24 HOUR EMERGENCY
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3. Hazardous
Ingredients Information: |
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None. |
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4. Physical &
Chemical Properties: |
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Appearance: |
Colorless cystals or a white crystalline powder. |
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Odor: |
Characteristic practically odorless odor. |
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Solubility: |
Very soluble in water,
freely solubly in alcohol. |
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Moisture: |
<0.5 % |
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Residue on Ignition: |
<= 0.05 % |
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Sulfated Ash: |
<= 0.05 % |
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Assay: |
99.7 – 100.3 % |
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Calcium: |
<= 30.0 mg/kg |
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Heavy Metals as lead: |
<= 5.0 mg/kg |
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Sulfate: |
<100 mg/kg |
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Chloride: |
<= 5.0 mg/kg |
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Process Method: |
Microbial fermentation of sucrose. |
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Constituents: |
Citric acid and traces of calcium citrate and sulfates. |
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5. Fire/Explosion
Hazard: |
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Flash Point: >100 °C |
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6. Reactivity/Stability
Data: |
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Reactivity: Stable. Always avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents, alkali and acids. Does not react with water. |
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Decomposition: When heated to decomposition may give off acrid and carbon monoxide smoke. |
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7. Toxicological
Properties/Information: |
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Tolerable uptake limit in adults is less than 2000 mg per day. Doses of more than 1 g per day may cause nausea. Excess usage can cause re-bound scurvy and oxalate related problems. |
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8. CAUTION: |
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None known. |
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9. Preventive Data:
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Spillage: Absorb spills, cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material, and remove to an approved disposal container. |
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Fire: Recommended extinguishing media – CO2, foam and dry chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning material. |
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Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water. |
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Storage: Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area protected in tightly closed container away from sources of ignition, heat and light or direct sunlight. Keep air contact to minimum. |
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10. First Aid
Measures: |
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Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Call physician if irritation persists. |
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Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Avoid casual breathing. |
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Ingestion: Rinse mouth and consult a physician immediately. Never-give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious, is rapidly-losing consciousness, or is convulsing. |
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Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of water. |
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11. Individual
Protection for Industrial Use: |
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Always use a safety goggles. Handle in a well ventilated area, and avoid breathing in vapor directly by using a vapor respirator. Always avoid skin contact with concentrated product by wearing a lab overall and chemical resistant or surgical gloves. |
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12. Other
Regulatory Information: |
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WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS. HMIS (USA): Health Hazard – 1 (slight) Fire Hazard – 1 (slight) Reactivity – 0 Personal Protection – H Risk Phrases: R36/38 – irritating to skin and eyes. R52/53 – Harmful to aquatic organisms; may cause long-term adverse effects to aquatic environment. S24/25 – Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
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13. Preparation Information: |
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Quality Assurance New Directions Aromatics Inc. Brampton, ON L7A 1C5, Canada Date Revised: 27th August 2008 |
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Disclaimer The information contained in
this Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet are obtained from current and reliable sources. As
the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside the control of
New Directions Aromatics Inc., no representation or warranty, expressed or
implied is made as to the effect(s) of such use(s) (including damage or
injury), or the results obtained. New Directions Aromatics
Inc. expressly disclaims responsibility as to the ordinary or otherwise
use(s). Furthermore, New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any
use should consider nothing container herein as a recommendation. The
liability of New Directions Aromatics Inc. is limited to the value of the
goods and does not include any consequential loss. |
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CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS |
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Product:
Citric Acid |
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Product
No: 16002 lot
# 16002-A12 |
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Specifications: |
Results: |
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Appearance: |
Colorless cystals or a white crystalline powder. |
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Odor:
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Characteristic practically odorless odor. |
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Solubility: |
Very soluble in water, freely solubly in alcohol. |
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Moisture: |
<0.5 % |
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Residue on Ignition: |
<= 0.05 % |
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Sulfated Ash: |
<= 0.05 % |
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Assay: |
99.7 – 100.3 % |
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Calcium: |
<= 30.0 mg/kg |
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Heavy Metals as lead: |
<= 5.0 mg/kg |
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Chloride: |
<= 5.0 mg/kg |
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