MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
RIKEMAL SV - 60 SORBITAN ESTER
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Dust is irritating to respiratory tract. Low hazard for usual industrial or commercial handling. See "Other
Health Effects" Section. Powdered material may form explosive dust-air mixtures. Can decompose at
high temperatures forming toxic gases.
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Product may be mildly irritating to the nose, throat and respiratory tract and may cause coughing and
sneezing. Excessive contact with powder may cause drying of mucous membranes of nose and throat
due to absorption of moisture and oils. See "Other Health Effects" Section.
Inhalation:
Brief contact causes irritation (itching, local redness or possible swelling). Prolonged, confined
(especially under the finger nails, under rings or watch bands) or repeated exposure may cause skin
irritation. Prolonged and repeated contact may lead to dermatitis. May cause defatting, drying and
cracking of the skin.
Skin Contact:
Not applicable.
Skin Absorption:
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS (FOR EMERGENCIES INVOLVING CHEMICAL SPILLS OR RELEASE)
Toronto, ON (416) 226-6117 Montreal, QC (514) 861-1211 Winnipeg, MB (204) 943-8827
Edmonton, AB (780) 424-1754 Calgary, AB (403) 263-8660 Vancouver, BC (604) 685-5036
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Brenntag Canada Inc.
43 Jutland Rd.
Toronto, ON
M8Z 2G6
(416) 259-8231
Website: http:\\www.brenntag.ca
WHMIS#:
00066036
Index:
2006 September 27
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Rikemal SV - 60 Sorbitan Ester.
Product Name:
2006 September 27
Date of Revision:
Effective Date:
HCI5176/06C
Sorbitan Monostearate.
Chemical Name:
Rikemal SV-60 ; Sorbitan, monooctadecanoate.
Synonyms:
Sorbitan Monostearate.
Chemical Family:
C24H46O6.
Molecular Formula:
Food additive. Food processing aid.
Product Use:
WHMIS Classification / Symbol:
READ THE ENTIRE MSDS FOR THE COMPLETE HAZARD EVALUATION OF THIS PRODUCT.
Not regulated.
Ingredient
CAS#
ACGIH TLV
% Concentration
2. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS (Not Intended As Specifications)
Sorbitan Monostearate
1338-41-6
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95 - 100
*A4
A4 = Not classifiable as a human carcinogen. (ACGIH-A4).
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
FIRST AID PROCEDURES
If respiratory problems arise, move the victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration ONLY if breathing
has stopped. Give cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if there is no breathing AND no pulse. Obtain
medical advice IMMEDIATELY.
Inhalation:
Start flushing while removing contaminated clothing. Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and
water. If irritation, redness, or a burning sensation develops and persists, obtain medical advice.
Skin Contact:
Immediately flush eyes thoroughly for 5 minutes with running water. Hold eyelids open during flushing.
If irritation persists, repeat flushing. Obtain medical attention.
Eye Contact:
Do not attempt to give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If victim is alert and not
convulsing, rinse mouth out and give 1/2 to 1 glass of water to dilute material. DO NOT induce
vomiting. If spontaneous vomiting occurs, have victim lean forward with head down to avoid breathing
in of vomitus, rinse mouth and administer more water. Obtain medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
Ingestion:
Treat symptomatically.
Note to Physicians:
This product may cause irritation, redness and possible damage due to abrasiveness. Excessive
contact with powder may cause drying of mucous membranes of the eyes due to absorption of moisture
and oils.
Eye Contact:
This product may cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort.
Ingestion:
Low hazard for usual industrial or commercial handling. May cause pneumoconiosis.
Other Health Effects:
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flashpoint (°C)
AutoIgnition
Temperature (°C)
LEL
UEL
Flammability Limits in Air (%):
> 100 (3)
Not available.
Not available.
Not available.
Not regulated.
Flammability Class (WHMIS):
Thermal decomposition products are toxic and may include oxides of carbon and irritating gases.
Hazardous Combustion
Products:
In common with many organic chemicals in powder form, this product may be capable of forming
flammable dust clouds in air. Avoid accumulation and dispersion of dust to reduce explosion potential.
Spilled material may cause floors and contact surfaces to become slippery.
Unusual Fire or Explosion
Hazards:
Not expected to be sensitive to mechanical impact.
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact:
Not available.
Rate of Burning:
Not available.
Explosive Power:
High voltage static electricity build-up is possible when significant quantities of dust are present.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge:
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Dry Chemical. Carbon Dioxide. Foam.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
FIRE FIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS
Clean up immediately to eliminate slipping hazard. Do not allow to enter sewers or watercourses. Avoid
accumulation and dispersion of dust to reduce explosion potential.
Instructions to the Fire Fighters:
Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Fire Fighting Protective
Equipment:
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Information in this section is for responding to spills, leaks or releases in order to prevent or minimize the adverse effects on persons,
property and the environment. There may be specific reporting requirements associated with spills, leaks or releases, which change from
region to region.
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In common with many organic chemicals in powder form, this product may be capable of forming
flammable dust clouds in air. Avoid accumulation and dispersion of dust to reduce explosion potential.
Wear respirator, protective clothing and gloves. Avoid dry sweeping. Do not use compressed air to
clean surfaces. Vacuuming or wet sweeping is preferred. Any recovered product can be used for the
usual purpose, depending on the extent and kind of contamination. Collect product for recovery or
disposal. Ventilate enclosed spaces. Notify applicable government authority if release is reportable or
could adversely affect the environment.
Containment and Clean-Up
Procedures:
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING
In common with many organic chemicals in powder form, this product may be capable of forming
flammable dust clouds in air. Avoid accumulation and dispersion of dust to reduce explosion potential.
Use normal "good" industrial hygiene and housekeeping practices. Clean up immediately to eliminate
slipping hazard.
Handling Practices:
See Section 8, "Engineering Controls".
Ventilation Requirements:
Use only with adequate ventilation and avoid breathing dusts. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing.
Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly before re-
use.
Other Precautions:
STORAGE
See below.
Storage Temperature (°C):
General exhaust is acceptable.
Ventilation Requirements:
Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat, sparks and flames. Keep
containers closed. Avoid moisture contamination. Prolonged storage may result in lumping or caking.
Protect from direct sunlight. Protect against physical damage. The typical shelf life of this product is 2
year(s). (3)
Storage Requirements:
Confirm suitability of any material before using.
Special Materials to be Used for
Packaging or Containers:
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Recommendations listed in this section indicate the type of equipment, which will provide protection against overexposure to this
product. Conditions of use, adequacy of engineering or other control measures, and actual exposures will dictate the need for specific
protective devices at your workplace.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
General exhaust is acceptable. Local exhaust ventilation required. Ventilation should be explosion
proof. Make up air should be supplied to balance air that is removed by local or general exhaust
ventilation. Avoid accumulation and dispersion of dust to reduce explosion potential. Ventilate low lying
areas such as sumps or pits where dense dust may collect.
Engineering Controls:
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT (PPE)
Safety glasses with side shields are recommended to prevent eye contact. Use dust-tight chemical
safety goggles when there is potential for eye contact. Contact lenses should not be worn when working
with this material.
Eye Protection:
Gloves and protective clothing made from cotton, canvas, rubber or plastic should be impervious under
conditions of use. Prior to use, user should confirm impermeability. Discard contaminated gloves.
Skin Protection:
No specific guidelines available. A NIOSH/MSHA approved dust mask for concentrations of nuisance
dust up to 100 mg/M3 particulate. An air-supplied respirator if concentrations are higher or unknown.
If while wearing a respiratory protection, you can smell, taste or otherwise detect anything unusual, or in
the case of a full facepiece respirator you experience eye irritation, leave the area immediately. Check
to make sure the respirator to face seal is still good. If it is, replace the filter, cartridge or canister. If
the seal is no longer good, you may need a new respirator. (4)
Respiratory Protection:
Avoid accumulation and dispersion of dust to reduce explosion potential. Wear an impermeable apron
and boots. Locate safety shower and eyewash station close to chemical handling area. Take all
precautions to avoid personal contact.
Other Personal Protective
Equipment:
Particulate Not Otherwise Classified:
ACGIH OSHA
10 mg/m³ - Inhalable particulate 50 mppcf* or 15 mg/m³ - Total Dust
3 mg/m³ - Respirable particulate 15 mppcf* or 5 mg/m³ - Respirable Fraction
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
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* mppcf = million particles per cubic foot
Solid.
Dry, white to tan coloured, fine sized granules, beads or powder.
Characteristic odour.
Not applicable.
> 250. (3)
58.1. (3)
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not available.
Not available.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not soluble in water.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not available.
Not applicable.
Physical State:
Appearance:
Odour:
Odour Threshold (ppm):
Boiling Range (°C):
Melting/Freezing Point (°C):
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg at 20° C):
Vapour Density (Air = 1.0):
Relative Density (g/cc):
Bulk Density:
Viscosity:
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1.0):
Solubility:
% Volatile by Volume:
pH:
Coefficient of Water/Oil Distribution:
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC):
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES (Not intended as Specifications)
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICOLOGICAL DATA:
SUBSTANCE
LD50 (Oral, Rat)
LD50 (Dermal, Rabbit)
LC50 (Inhalation, Rat, 4h)
Sorbitan Monostearate
> 31 000 mg/kg (1)
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The ingredient(s) of this product is (are) not classed as carcinogenic by ACGIH, IARC, OSHA or NTP.
Carcinogenicity Data:
Not available. No adverse reproductive effects are anticipated.
Reproductive Data:
Not available. No adverse mutagenic effects are anticipated.
Mutagenicity Data:
Not available. No adverse teratogenic effects are anticipated.
Teratogenicity Data:
None known.
Respiratory / Skin Sensitization
Data:
None known.
Synergistic Materials:
None known.
Other Studies Relevant to
Material:
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CHEMICAL STABILITY
Stable.
Under Normal Conditions:
Not flammable. In common with many organic chemicals in powder form, this product may be capable
of forming flammable dust clouds in air.
Under Fire Conditions:
Will not occur.
Hazardous Polymerization:
None known.
Conditions to Avoid:
None known.
Materials to Avoid:
Thermal decomposition products are toxic and may include oxides of carbon.
Decomposition or Combustion
Products:
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not available.
Ecotoxicity:
Not available.
Environmental Fate:
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
None required.
Deactivating Chemicals:
This information applies to the material as manufactured. Reevaluation of the product may be required
by the user at the time of disposal since the product uses, transformations, mixtures and processes
may influence waste classification. Dispose of waste material at an approved (hazardous) waste
treatment/disposal facility in accordance with applicable local, provincial and federal regulations. Do not
dispose of waste with normal garbage, or to sewer systems.
Waste Disposal Methods:
See "Waste Disposal Methods".
Safe Handling of Residues:
No special treatment required. Empty package may be disposed of with normal garbage.
Disposal of Packaging:
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
CANADIAN TDG ACT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:
This product is not regulated by TDG.
Label(s): Not applicable. Placard: Not applicable.
ERAP Index: -----.
Exemptions: None known.
US DOT CLASSIFICATION (49CFR 172.101, 172.102):
This product is not regulated by DOT.
Label(s): Not applicable. Placard: Not applicable.
CERCLA-RQ: Not available.
Exemptions: None known.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CANADA
This material is included on the DSL under the CEPA.
CEPA - NSNR:
Not included.
CEPA - NPRI:
The use of this material/product as a food additive is regulated by Health and Welfare Canada in the
Food and Drug Act and the Food and Drug Regulations. It is incumbent on the user of this
material/product to ensure any intended food application is consistent with Health and Welfare Canada
guidelines. Food Grade designation in no way implies that the product is safe for consumption by
humans. (3)
CANADIAN FOOD AND DRUG
ACT/REGULATIONS:
Controlled Products Regulations Classification (WHMIS):
Not regulated.
USA
This material is included on the TSCA Inventory.
Environmental Protection Act:
Not regulated.
OSHA HCS (29CFR 1910.1200):
This material/product is regulated for use by the US FDA. It is incumbent on the user of this
material/product to ensure any intended food application is consistent with US FDA guidelines. Food
Grade designation in no way implies that the product is safe for consumption by humans. (3)
U.S. FOOD AND DRUG
ADMINISTRATION:
Text22:
NFPA: Health, Fire, Reactivity (Not available.)
Text22:
HMIS: Health, Fire, Reactivity (Not available.)
INTERNATIONAL
This product or its components are on the European inventory of existing commercial chemicals (EINECS).
16. OTHER INFORMATION
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REFERENCES
RTECS-Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety RTECS
database.
1.
Clayton, G.D. and Clayton, F.E., Eds., Patty's Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology, 3rd ed., Vol. IIA,B,C, John Wiley and Sons,
New York, 1981.
2.
Supplier's Material Safety Data Sheet(s)
3.
CHEMINFO, through "CCINFOdisc", Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
4.
Guide to Occupational Exposure Values, 2005, American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, Cincinnati, 2005.
5.
Regulatory Affairs Group, Brenntag Canada Inc.
6.
The British Columbia Drug and Poison Information Centre, Poison Managements Manual, Canadian Pharmaceutical
Association, Ottawa, 1981.
7.
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The information contained herein is offered only as a guide to the handling of this specific material and has been prepared in good faith
by technically knowledgeable personnel. It is not intended to be all-inclusive and the manner and conditions of use and handling may
involve other and additional considerations. No warranty of any kind is given or implied and Brenntag Canada Inc. will not be liable for
any damages, losses, injuries or consequential damages which may result from the use of or reliance on any information contained
herein. This Material Safety Data Sheet is valid for three years.
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To obtain revised copies of this or other Material Safety Data Sheets, contact your nearest Brenntag Canada Regional office.
British Columbia: 20333-102B Avenue, Langley, BC, V1M 3H1
Phone: (604) 513-9009 Facsimile: (604) 513-9010
Alberta: 6628 - 45 th. Street, Leduc, AB, T9E 7C9
Phone: (780) 986-4544 Facsimile: (780) 986-1070
Manitoba: 681 Plinquet Street, Winnipeg, MB, R2J 2X2
Phone: (204) 233-3416 Facsimile: (204) 233-7005
Ontario: 43 Jutland Road, Toronto, ON, M8Z 2G6
Phone: (416) 259-8231 Facsimile: (416) 259-6175
Quebec: 2900 Jean Baptiste Des., Lachine, PQ, H8T 1C8
Phone: (514) 636-9230 Facsimile: (514) 636-0877
Atlantic: A-105 Akerley Boulevard, Dartmouth, NS, B3B 1R7
Phone: (902) 468-9690 Facsimile: (902) 468-3085
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Prepared By: Regulatory Affairs Group, Brenntag Canada Inc., (416) 259-8231.