| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Odorless white substance. Structural polysaccaharide used by plants. | 【Solubility in water】
Insoluble | 【Melting Point】
260-270 | 【Density】
1.27-1.60 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【Usage】
A wide variety of materials including insulation and paper, . |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | 【Skin】
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. | 【Eyes】
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. If irritation develops, get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. | 【Handling】
Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation. | 【Inhalation】
May cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling. | 【Skin】
May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling. | 【Eyes】
May cause eye irritation. |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | 【Respirators】
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | 【Exposure limit(s)】
NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) OSHA PEL: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) | 【Poison Class】
F (Not subject to toxicity classification) |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Autoignition】
> 400 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. This material in sufficient quantity and reduced particle size is capable of creating a dust explosion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. |
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