- IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product name : L-Glutamine
Product Number : G3126
Foodchem International Corporation
Foodchem Building, 2277
Zuchongzhi Road, Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park
Shanghai, 201203, China
Tel: 0086 21 2206 3075
E-Mail: inquiry@foodchem.cn
Fax: 0086 21 5876 8440
Website: www.foodchemadditives.com
- HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
- COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Synonyms : (S)-2,5-Diamino-5-oxopentanoic acid
L-Glutamic acid 5-amide
Formula : C5H10N2O3
Molecular Weight : 146,14 g/mol
CAS-No. EC-No. Index-No. Classification Concentration
Levoglutamide
56-85-9 200-292-1 – – –
- FIRST AID MEASURES
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
- FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
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Special protective equipment for fire-fighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
- ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions
Avoid dust formation.
Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains.
Methods for cleaning up
Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
- HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. Normal measures for preventive fire
protection.
Storage
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store in cool place.
- EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, use type
N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks. Use respirators and components tested and approved under
appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Hand protection
For prolonged or repeated contact use protective gloves.
Eye protection
Safety glasses
Hygiene measures
General industrial hygiene practice.
- PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Form powder
Colour white
Safety data
pH 5,0 – 6 at 14,6 g/l at 25 °C
Melting point 185 °C
Boiling point no data available
Flash point no data available
Ignition temperature no data available
Lower explosion limit no data available
Upper explosion limit no data available
Water solubility 14,6 g/l at 20 °C – completely soluble
Partition coefficient:
n-octanol/water
log Pow: -4,609
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- STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Storage stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Materials to avoid
Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. – Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx)
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. – Nature of decomposition products not
known.
- TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral – rat – 7.500 mg/kg
Irritation and corrosion
no data available
Sensitisation
no data available
Chronic exposure
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly
investigated.
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
Eyes May cause eye irritation.
Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed.
Additional Information
RTECS: MA2275100
- ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Elimination information (persistence and degradability)
no data available
Ecotoxicity effects
no data available
Further information on ecology
no data available
- DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Product
Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
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Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
- TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR/RID
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
- REGULATORY INFORMATION
Labelling according to EC Directives
Further information:
The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws.
- OTHER INFORMATION
Further information
Copyright 2009 Foodchem International Corporation Co. License granted to make unlimited paper copies for internal use only.
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used
only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is
applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee
of the properties of the product. Foodchem International Corporation Co., shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from
handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional
terms and conditions of sale.
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