Chem Alert Report
DEXTROSE ACS (ANHYDROUS)
Product Name
Ingredient Conc. CAS No.
GLUCOSE 100% 50-99-7
NOT CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO NOHSC CRITERIA
Synonyms D-GLUCOSE, DEXTROSE, DEXTROSE MONOHYDRATE.
Appearance WHITE CRYSTALLINE SOLID
Odour ODOURLESS
Use(s) FOOD ADDITIVE, FOOD FLAVOURING, STABILISER.
Supplier FRONINE LABORATORY SUPPLIES Ph: 02 9627 3600 Emerg. Ph: 13 11 26
Stock No. 523.
Poison Sched None Allocated Hazchem None Allocated UN No. None Allocated D.G Class None Allocated
Pkg Group None Allocated EPG None Allocated Sub/Tert Risk None Allocated
HEALTH HAZARDS
Health Hazard Low toxicity - low irritant. No adverse health effects are anticipated with normal use of this product.
Summary
Eye Low irritant. Exposure may result in irritation and lacrimation.
Inhalation Low irritant. Over exposure may result in mucous membrane irritation of the nose and throat with coughing.
Skin Low irritant. Prolonged contact may result in irritation.
Ingestion Non toxic.
PRECAUTIONS
Flammability Combustible - potentially explosive dust when exposed to heat or ignition sources. Will evolve toxic carbon oxides
when heated to decomposition.
Reactivity Incompatible with strong oxidising agents.
Ventilation No special ventilation precautions are normally required when handling this product.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
PPE No personal protective equipment is normally required. When using large quantities or where heavy contamination
is likely, wear dust-proof goggles and PVC or rubber gloves. Where an inhalation risk exists, wear a Class P1
(Particulate) Respirator.
NO PPE REQUIRED
Colour
Rating
GREEN
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DEXTROSE ACS (ANHYDROUS)
Product Name
FIRST AID
Eye Flush gently with running water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
Inhalation Not applicable.
Skin Gently flush affected areas with water.
Ingestion Ingestion is considered unlikely.
SAFE HANDLING
Storage Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area, removed from oxidising agents and heat sources. Ensure containers are
adequately labelled, protected from physical damage and sealed when not in use. Check regularly for leaks or spills.
Waste Disposal No special precautions are required for the disposal of this product.
Transport Not regulated for transport purposes.
EMERGENCY
Spillage If spilt (bulk), wear dust-proof goggles, PVC/rubber gloves, and a Class P1 (Particulate) respirator where a dust
inhalation risk exists. Collect and place in sealable containers for disposal. Avoid generating dust.
Environment This product is not anticipated to cause adverse effects to animal or plant life if released to the environment in small
quantities. Not expected to bioaccumulate.
Fire and Combustible - potentially explosive dust. Evacuate area and contact emergency services. Toxic gases may be
evolved when heated. Remain upwind and notify those downwind of hazard. Wear full protective equipment (see spill
Explosion
above) including Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) when combating fire. Use waterfog to cool intact
containers and nearby storage areas.
Extinguishing Dry agent, carbon dioxide, foam or water fog. Prevent contamination of drains or waterways, absorb runoff with sand
or similar.
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Flammability: COMBUSTIBLE Flash Point: NOT AVAILABLE
Boiling Point: NOT RELEVANT Melting Point: NOT AVAILABLE
Exposure Standard: 10 mg/m3 Nuisance dust Evaporation Rate: NOT RELEVANT
pH: NOT AVAILABLE % Volatiles: NOT RELEVANT
Specific Gravity: NOT AVAILABLE Solubility (water): SOLUBLE
Vapour Pressure: NOT RELEVANT Upper Explosion Limit: NOT AVAILABLE
Lower Explosion Limit: NOT AVAILABLE
GREEN
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Date Printed : 08/11/2005
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