MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MonoSodium Glutamate
Company: BEST INC., LIMITED.
Add.: Rooms 1318-20, 13/F Hollywood Plaza, 610 Nathan Road, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: +852-30774337 Fax:+852-30774338
1. IDENTIFICATION
General
Product Name : MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE
Other Names : L-GLUTAMIC ACID, MONOSODIUM SALT, MONOHYDRATE 99%
UN No. : N/A
Dangerous Goods Class : None Allocated
Subsidiary Risk : None Allocated
Hazchem Code : N/A
Pack Group : 0
EPG : N/A
Poisons Schedule : N/A
Uses :
Flavour enhancer for foods in concentration of about 0.3%.
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : White fine crystalline powder, odourless.
Formula : C5 H8 NO4 Na H2O
Boiling Point : N/A deg C
Melting Point : N/A deg C
Vapour Pressure : N/A
Specific Gravity : N/A (water = 1)
Flash Point : N/A
pH : N/A ()
Solubility in water : Sol. g/l (25 deg C)
Flammability Limits (as percentage volume in air)
Lower Explosion Limit : N/A
Upper Explosion Limit : N/A
1.2 Other Properties
Molecular weight: 187.13.
1.3 Ingredients
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Chemical Entity |
CAS No. |
Proportions (%) |
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MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE |
[ 142-47-2] |
99 |
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2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute
Swallowed
No information available.
Eye
No information available.
Skin
No information available.
Inhaled
No information available.
2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
No information available.
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
DO NOT induce vomiting. Allow victim to rinse mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water. Seek medical advice.
Eye
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.
Skin
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Inhaled
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower available and ready for use.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically based on individual reactions of patient and judgement of doctor.
2.6 Toxicity Data
Oral (mouse) LD50: 11400 mg/kg. Oral (rat): LD50: 16600 mg/kg. Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
None established.
3.2 Engineering Controls
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airbourne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits. Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airbourne levels.
3.3 Personal Protection
Wear safety glasses or chemical goggles if chemical splashing is possible. Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with the skin. Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Wear a NISHA/MSHA-approved (or equivalent) full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.
3.4 Flammability
Decomposes.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Store in a cool and dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Keep away from strong oxidizng agents and other incompatible materials
4.2 Packaging / Labelling
UN No. N/A
Class None Allocated
Sub Risk None Allocated
Hazchem Code N/A
Pack Group 0
EPG No. N/A
Shipping Name MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE
Hazard
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Clean up personnel should wear full protective clothing including respiratory protection.
Immediately sweep up any spills and transfer to suitable container for later disposal.
Disposal
Dispose according to all local, state and federal regulations.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Fire / Explosion
Decomposes when exposed to fire conditions. May evolve irritating and toxic gases on decomposition.
Extinguishing Media
Firefighters should wear full protective clothing including self contained breathing apparatus. Use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol resistant foam as extinguishing media.
