Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: colorless to white solid.
Caution! May cause eye and skin irritation. May cause respiratory and digestive
tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully
investigated.
Target Organs: No data found.
Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological propertiesof this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of
this substance have not been fully investigated.
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: Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.
Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4
cupfuls of milk or 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 if cough or other symptoms appear.
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.
Dusts at sufficient concentrations can form explosive mixtures with air. Combustion
generates toxic fumes. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be
generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Use water
spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Explosion Limits, Lower: Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0
Section 6 - Accidental Release MeasuresGeneral 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. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize
dust generation and accumulation. May form flammable dust-air mixtures. Avoid
contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion
and inhalation.
Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated
area away from incompatible substances.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be
equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to
keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name
ACGIH
NIOSH
OSHA - Final PELs
dl-Aspartic Acid
none listed
none listed
none listed
OSHA Vacated PELs: dl-Aspartic Acid: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this
chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
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 protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be
followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Solid
Appearance: colorless to white
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Negligible.
Vapor Density: 4.6
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 277.8 deg C
Decomposition Temperature: 277.8 deg C
Solubility: Soluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.66 (water=1)
Molecular Formula: C4H7NO4
Molecular Weight: 133.0533
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid: High temperatures, incompatible materials, dust generation,
excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen,
irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#:CAS# 617-45-8: CI9097800
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 617-45-8: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology: No information found
Teratogenicity: No information found
Reproductive Effects: No information found
Mutagenicity: No information found
Neurotoxicity: No information found
Other Studies:
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No information available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is
classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification
determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must
consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and
accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
Section 14 - Transport Information
US DOT
Canada TDG
Shipping
Name:
Not regulated as a hazardous
material
No information available.
Hazard Class:
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 617-45-8 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under
the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the
CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the
CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 617-45-8 is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 37 Wear suitable gloves.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
immediately (show the label where possible).
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water
.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 617-45-8: 0
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 617-45-8 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
not available.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the
Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the information
required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
