Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Folic acid
Catalog Numbers: SC-20759
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS# 59-30-3
Chemical Name Folic acid
Percent 96.0-102.0%
EINECS/ELINCS 200-419-0
Hazard Symbols: none listed
Risk Phrases: none listed
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available
Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Chronic: No information found.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion: Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits: CAS# 59-30-3:
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin: Wear chemical splash goggles. Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Crystalline powder
Color: yellow - orange
Odor: Odarless
pH: 4.4-4.8 (1g/10ml)
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 250 deg C(dec.)
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: Not available
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: 1.6 mg/l (25°C)
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula:C19H19N7O6
Molecular Weight: 441.4
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Sensitive to light.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, light, dust generation.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: CAS# 59-30-3: LP5425000
LD50/LC50:
RTECS:
CAS# 59-30-3: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 10 mg/kg;
Carcinogenicity:
Folic acid - Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Other Studies: See actual entry in RTECS for complete information. The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Do not empty into drains.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
Shipping Name: Not regulated
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 59-30-3: 1
Canada
CAS# 59-30-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List
Section 16 - Additional Information
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