Maltodextrin MSDS

Maltodextrin MSDS

1. SUBSTANCE IDENTIFICATION

  • 1.1. Product Name: Maltodextrin
  • 1.2. Description: Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide manufactured through chemical synthesis of starch.
  • 1.3. Chemical Formula: C6nH(10n+2)O(5n+1)
  • 1.4. Molecular weight: Not Applicable
  • 1.5. CAS #: 9050-36-6
  • 1.6. EINECS #: 232-940-4
  • 1.7. Manufactured by: China manufacturer.
  • 1.8. Supplied by: China Maltodextrin manufacturer.
  • 1.9. Usage: In food as Sweeteners

2. Composition

  • 2.1. Maltodextrin: 100%
  • 2.2. Hazardous impurities: Negative

3. Physical/Chemical Characteristics

  • 3.1. Physical State: Powder
  • 3.2. Appearance: White or light yellow powder
  • 3.3. Odor: Odorless
  • 3.4. pH: 4.0-6.0
  • 3.5. Melting point/range: Not applicable
  • 3.6. Boiling point: Not applicable
  • 3.7. Bulk density: Not applicable
  • 3.8. Solubility: 95% by weight

4. Stability/Reactivity

  • 4.1. Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures
  • 4.2. Shelf Life: 24 months period
  • 4.3. Hazardous decomposition: Thermal decomposition may produce carbon monoxide and dioxide
  • 4.4. Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur
  • 4.5. Incompatible with: Strong oxidizers

5. Handling/Storage

  • 5.1. Storage: kept in dry, cool, and shaded place with original packaging, avoid moisture, store at room temperature.
  • 5.2. Handling precaution: Avoid handling which leads to dust formation. In common with many organic chemicals, may form flammable dust clouds in air. Avoid skin and eye contact and breathing in dust.

6. Exposure Control

  • 6.1. Engineering Controls: Ensure ventilation is adequate to maintain air concentrations below Workplace Exposure Standards. Avoid generating and breathing in dusts. Use with local exhaust ventilation or while wearing dust mask. Keep containers closed when not in use.
  • 6.2. Respiratory protection: NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator
  • 6.3. Eye Protection: Protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles
  • 6.4. Skin Protection: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothes to minimize skin contact.
  • 6.5. Other: Consult professionals if Maltodextrin need to be handled under some special conditions.

7. Hazards Identification

  • 7.1. Hazardous overview: Maltodextrin is NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE
  • 7.2. Contact with eyes: May cause irritation
  • 7.3. Contact with skin: May cause irritation, very low chance for usual industrial handling
  • 7.4. Ingestion: No adverse effects expected, however, large amounts may cause nausea and vomiting.
  • 7.5. Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation
  • 7.6. Other: Not applicable

8. First Aid Measures

  • 8.1. Contact with eyes: Flush immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes and seek medical advice
  • 8.2. Contact with skin: Wash the affected area with water, remove contaminated clothing and launder before re-use. Seek medical advice if irritation develops or persists.
  • 8.3. Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly with water and drink water afterwards.
  • 8.4. Inhalation: Remove from exposure, move to fresh air and seek medical advice immediately.

9. Fire and Explosion Data

  • 9.1. General information: May be combustible at high temperature.
  • 9.2. Flash point: Not applicable
  • 9.3. Ignition control: Avoid ignition sources where Maltodextrin dust might be generated
  • 9.4. Dust control: Keep the handling area with adequate ventilation
  • 9.5. Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam
  • 9.6. Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container

10. Transport Information

  • 10.1. No special requirements and no restrictions on transportation by land, sea or air.

11. Ecological Information

  • 11.1. Maltodextrin is fully biodegradable and the products of degradation are more toxic.

12. Other Information

  • 12.1. The information in this MSDS was obtained from current and reliable sources. However, the data is provided without any warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness or accuracy. Since the conditions for use, handling, storage and disposal of this product are beyond our control, it is the responsibility of the user both to determine safe conditions for use of this product and to assume liability for loss, damage, or expense arising out of the products improper use. No warranty expressed or implied regarding the product described herein will be created by or inferred from any statement or omission in the MSDS. Various federal, state, or provincial agencies may have specific regulations concerning the transportation, handling, storage, use, or disposal of this product which may not be reflected in the MSDS. The user should review these regulations to ensure full compliance.
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