Stearic Acid MSDS

Stearic Acid MSDS

1. SUBSTANCE IDENTIFICATION

  • 1.1. Product Name: Stearic Acid
  • 1.2. Description: Stearic Acid is a saturated fatty acid with an 18-carbon chain manufactured through hydrolysis of triglycerides.
  • 1.3. Chemical Formula: C18H36O2
  • 1.4. Molecular weight: 284.48
  • 1.5. CAS #: 57-11-4
  • 1.6. EINECS #: 200-313-4
  • 1.7. Manufactured by: China manufacturer.
  • 1.8. Supplied by: China Stearic Acid manufacturer.
  • 1.9. Usage: In food as lubricants, softening and release agents

2. Composition

  • 2.1. Stearic Acid: Not Applicable
  • 2.2. Hazardous impurities: Negative

3. Physical/Chemical Characteristics

  • 3.1. Physical State: Powder
  • 3.2. Appearance: WHITE FLAKE or white powder
  • 3.3. Odor: Tallow-like (Slight.)
  • 3.4. pH: Not available
  • 3.5. Melting point/range: 69.4 (156.9°F)
  • 3.6. Boiling point: Decomposition temperature: 350°C (662°F)
  • 3.7. Bulk density: 1.017 g/cm3
  • 3.8. Solubility: Insoluble

4. Stability/Reactivity

  • 4.1. Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures
  • 4.2. Shelf Life: 24 months period
  • 4.3. Hazardous decomposition: carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
  • 4.4. Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur
  • 4.5. Incompatible with: Bases, oxidizing agents, reducing agents.

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 breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

6. Exposure Control

  • 6.1. Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits.
  • 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 Stearic Acid need to be handled under some special conditions.

7. Hazards Identification

  • 7.1. Hazardous overview: Stearic Acid is Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation
  • 7.2. Contact with eyes: May cause eye irritation.
  • 7.3. Contact with skin: May cause skin irritation.
  • 7.4. Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
  • 7.5. Inhalation: May cause irritation to the respiratory tract and gastrointestinal
  • 7.6. Other: Not Applicable

8. First Aid Measures

  • 8.1. Contact with eyes: Flush with plenty of water or eye wash solution for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
  • 8.2. Contact with skin: Wash with soap and water- get medical attention if irritation occurs.
  • 8.3. Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
  • 8.4. Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately.

9. Fire and Explosion Data

  • 9.1. General information: May be combustible at high temperature.
  • 9.2. Flash point: CLOSED CUP: 196.11°C (385°F).
  • 9.3. Ignition control: Avoid Daidzein ignition sources Stearic Acid dust might be generated.
  • 9.4. Dust control: Keep the handling area with adequate ventilation
  • 9.5. Extinguishing Media: Not available
  • 9.6. Spills/Leaks: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. If necessary: Neutralize the residue with a dilute solution of sodium carbonate.

10. Transport Information

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

11. Ecological Information

  • 11.1. Stearic Acid is fully degradation biodegradable.The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.

12. Other Information

  • 12.1. The information in Stearic Acid 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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