MALTO DEXTRIN 15-20

Section 1. Product and Company Identification

 

Product Name Maltodextrin 

CAS Number 9050-36-6 

Section 2. MALTO DEXTRIN 15-20 – Hazards Identification

 

Classification of the substance or mixture: Not classified as a hazardous substance or mixture  according to OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 1910.1200. 

Emergency Overview: Product dust may be irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory system. Fine dust  dispersed in air may ignite. 

Appearance: White 

Physical State: Powder 

Odor: Odorless 

Potential Health Effects 

Principle Routes of Exposure: Eye contact, Skin contact, and Inhalation. 

Acute Effects 

Eyes: May cause slight irritation 

Skin: May cause slight skin irritation 

Inhalation: May cause irritation of respiratory tract 

Ingestion: Health injuries are not known or expected under normal use. 

Chronic Effects: None known. 

Aggravated Medical Conditions: Skin disorders. Respiratory disorders . 

Potential Environmental Effects: See Section 12 for additional ecological information. Toxicological Information: See Section 11 for additional toxicological information.

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Section 3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

 

Common Name Maltodextrin 

Formula (C6H10O5)n 

CAS Number 9050-36-6 

COMPONENT	CAS NUMBER	CONCENTRATION
Maltodextrin	9050-36-6	95%
Water	7732-18-5	5%

 

Section 4. MALTO DEXTRIN 15-20 – First Aid Measures

 

Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, also under the eyelids 

Skin Contact: Rinse with water 

Inhalation: Move to fresh air 

Ingestion: Clean mouth with water and afterwards drink plenty of water 

Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically 

Section 5. Firefighting Measures

 

Flammable Properties: Fine dust dispersed in air may ignite. Risks of ignition followed by flame propagation  or secondary explosions should be prevented by avoiding accumulation of dust, e.g. on floors and ledges. Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and  the surrounding environment. Water. 

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known. 

Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO2). 

Explosion Data 

Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: No information available. 

Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Yes (as dust). 

Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical: None known 

Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing  apparatus pressure demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear. 

NFPA Rating 

Health: 0 

Flammability: 1 

Reactivity: 0 

Section 6. MALTO DEXTRIN 15-20 – Accidental Release Measures

 

Personal Precautions: Avoid dust formation. Use personal protective equipment. 

Environmental Precautions: Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained. Methods for Clean-up: Shovel or sweep up.

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Section 7. Handling and Storage

 

Handling: Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid dust formation in confined areas. Fine dust dispersed in air may  ignite. Refer to NFPA61, “Standard for the Prevention of Fires and Dust Explosions in Agricultural and Food  Processing Facilities”. 

Storage: Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place 

Section 8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

 

Exposure Limits 

Chemical Name: Particulates not otherwise regulated 

ACGIH TLV: TWA: 10 mg/m3 

TWA: 3 mg/m3 

OSHA PEL: TWA: 15 mg/m3 

TWA: 5 mg/m3 

NIOSH IDLH: N/A 

Mexico: N/A 

Engineering Measures: Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Apply technical measures  to comply with the occupational exposure limits. However it is the duty of the user to verify this and follow given  exposure limits at the workplace. 

Personal Protective Equipment 

Eye/Face Protection: Safety glasses with side-shields 

Skin and Body Protection: Long sleeved clothing 

Respiratory Protection: In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory equipment General Hygiene Considerations: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. 

Section 9. MALTO DEXTRIN 15-20 – Physical and Chemical Properties

 

Appearance: White 

Physical State: Powder 

Odor: Odorless 

Odor Threshold: No information available 

Flash Point: Not applicable 

Auto-Ignition Temperature: No information available 

Boiling Point: Not applicable 

Melting/Freezing Point: No information available 

Flammability Limits in Air: No information available 

Explosion Limits: No information available 

pH: No information available 

Vapor Pressure: No information available 

Water Solubility: Soluble 

Specific Gravity: No information available

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Evaporation Rate: No information available 

Vapor Density: No information available 

Section 10. Stability and Reactivity

 

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions 

Conditions to Avoid: Avoid dust formation. 

Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents. 

Hazardous Decomposition Products: None known. 

Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: None under normal processing 

Section 11. MALTO DEXTRIN 15-20 – Toxicological Information

 

Acute Toxicity 

Product Information 

LD50 Oral: No information available 

LD50 Dermal: No information available 

LC50 Inhalation: No information available 

Toxicology data for the components: No information available 

Chemical Name: Water 

Weight %: 5% 

LD50 Oral: 90 mL/kg Rat 

LD50 Dermal: N/A 

LC50 Inhalation: N/A 

Chronic Effects 

Carcinogenicity: There are no known carcinogenic chemicals in this product. 

OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration): Not Listed 

ACGIH (American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists): Not Listed NTP (National Toxicity Program): Not Listed 

Mexico (Official Mexican Norm NOM-010-STPS-1999): Not Listed 

IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer): Not Listed 

Sub-Chronic Toxicity: No information available 

Irritation: No information available 

Corrosivity: No information available 

Sensitization: No information available 

Neurological Effects: No information available 

Mutagenic Effects: No information available 

Reproductive Effects: No information available 

Developmental Effects: No information available 

Teratogenicity: No information available 

Target Organ Effects: Respiratory system, Eyes, Skin

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Section 12. Ecological Information

 

Ecotoxicity: Contains no substances known to be hazardous to the environment. Contains no substances  known to be not degradable in waste water treatment plants. 

Persistence/Degradability: Readily biodegradable. 

Bioaccumulation/Accumulation: Not applicable. 

Mobility: Soluble in water 

Section 13. MALTO DEXTRIN 15-20 – Disposal Considerations

 

Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of product and contaminated packaging in accordance with all local,  state, and federal environmental control regulations. 

Section 14. Transport Information

 

Domestic Transport Regulations (USA) 

DOT: Not regulated 

Domestic Transport Regulations (Canada) 

TDG: Not regulated 

Domestic Transport Regulations (Mexico) 

MEX: Not regulated 

International Transport Regulations 

ICAO: Not regulated 

IATA: Not regulated 

IMDG/IMO: Not regulated 

Section 15. MALTO DEXTRIN 15-20 – Regulatory Information

 

International Inventories 

The components of this product are reported in the following inventories:

Chemical   Name	TSCA	DSL	NDSL	EINECS	ELINCS	AICS	ENCS	CHINA	PICCS	KECL	NZIoC
Maltodextrin	Yes	Yes	No	Yes 231-  791-2	No	Yes	No	Yes	Yes	Yes   KE  35400	Yes
Water	Yes	Yes	No	Yes 231-  791-2	No	Yes	No	Yes	Yes	Yes   KE  35400	Yes
Particulates   not otherwise  regulated	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

 

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USA 

Federal Regulations 

Ozone Depleting Substances: No Class I or Class II material is known to be used in the manufacture of, or  contained, in this product. 

SARA 313: Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA).  This product is not known to contain any chemicals which are subject to the reporting requirements of the Act or  regulations contained in 40 CFR 372. 

SARA 311/312 Hazardous Categorization 

Acute Health Hazard: No 

Chronic Health Hazard: No 

Fire Hazard: No 

Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard: No 

Reactive Hazard: No 

Clean Air Act, Section 112 Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs) (see 40 CFR 61): This product is not  known to contain any HAPs. 

State Regulations 

California Proposition 65 

Proposition 65 chemicals are not expected to be found in this product above those naturally present in their  agricultural source. 

Proposition 65 exempts naturally occurring listed chemicals from an obligation to label. 

State Right-to-Know 

No known components subject to “Right-To-Know” legislation in the following States: 

Chemical   Name	Weight %	Illinois	Massachusetts	New Jersey	Pennsylvania	Rhode   Island
Maltodextrin	95%	No	No	No	No	No
Water	5%	No	No	No	No	No

 

Canada 

WHMIS Product Classification: Exempt: Food Product per Hazardous Products Act Part II Controlled  Products Section 12. 

WHMIS Ingredient Disclosure List IDL: No known component is listed on the WHMIS ingredients  disclosure list. 

(NPRI) Canadian National Pollutant Release Inventory: No known component is listed on NPRI. 

This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations  (CPR) and the SDS contains all the information required by the CPR. 

Mexico 

Mexico – Grade No information available.

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Section 16. Other Information

 

 

Disclaimer  

Information given herein is offered in good faith as accurate, but without guarantee. Conditions of use and  suitability of the product for particular uses are beyond our control; all risks of use of the product are therefore  assumed by the user and we expressly disclaim all warranties of every kind and nature, including warranties of  merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose in respect to the use or suitability of the product. Nothing  is intended as a recommendation for uses which infringe valid patents or as extending license under valid  patents. Appropriate warnings and safe handling procedures should be provided to handlers and users.