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Date of Issue : Apr 1998 1. IDENTIFICATION
General Product Name : GLYCINE Other Names : AMINOACETIC ACID; AMINOETHANOIC ACID; GLYCOCOLL; GLYCOSTHENE 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 : Organic synthesis, nutrient, biochemical research, buffering agent, chicken-feed additive, reduces bitter taste of saccharin, retards rancidity in animal and vegetable fats.
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : White sweet odourless crystals. Formula : HO-(CO)-CH2-NH2 Boiling Point : Decom deg C Melting Point : 234 deg C Vapour Pressure : N/A Specific Gravity : 1.160 (water = 1) Flash Point : N/A pH : 5.9-6.4 (50g/L) Solubility in water : 225 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
Decomposition temperature = >230 deg C Insoluble in alcohol and ether. 1.3 Ingredients
2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute Swallowed
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation. Eye
Contact may cause transient eye irritation. Skin
Low hazard for industrial handling. May be absorbed through the skin. Inhaled
Low hazard for usual industrial handling. 2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
No persistent or cumulative effects were observed.
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
Rinse mouth with water.
Eye
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.
Skin
Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. Rinse affected areas with water. If effects persist seek medical attention.
Inhaled
Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen or artificial respiration if necessary. If effects persist seek medical attention.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure and eye bath and safety shower are available and ready for use.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically based on judgment of doctor and individual reactions of patient.
2.6 Toxicity Data
Oral LD50 = 7930 mg/kg (Rat) ; 4920 mg/kg (Mouse) Dermal LD50 = not available Inhalation LC50 = not available Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP or OSHA.
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
An exposure standard has not been established for this product by Worksafe , however the following is recommended for nuisance dusts : TWA 10mg/kg
3.2 Engineering Controls
Ensure adequate ventilation to maintain exposure levels below standards.
3.3 Personal Protection
Avoid dust formation. An effective dust mask should be worn if exposed to dust. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Wear other suitable clothing to minimise exposure. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling and before work breaks, eating, drinking, smoking or using toilet facilities.
3.4 Flammability
No special fire hazard. Dust may form explosive mixture in air. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Store in a cool, dry and dark place. Keep container tightly closed at all times when not in use to avoid moisture absorption and contamination.
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 GLYCINE Hazard
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Clean-up personnel should wear full protective clothing including dust mask in dusty conditions.
Sweep or shovel up and collect in suitable containers. Hold for disposal or reuse if possible. Wash spill site residues with water.
Disposal
If recycling is not possible, eliminate in accordance with locally valid waste disposal regulations. Recommended disposal - burning.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Fire / Explosion
Stable under normal conditions. Decomposes on heating. Dust may form explosive mixtures in air. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapours. Incompatible with strong bases and oxidising agents. Hazardous decomposition products include NOx, ammonia and carbon monoxide.
Extinguishing Media
Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. In case of fire use equipment/media appropriate to surrounding fire conditions. 5 OTHER INFORMATION
Other Information
Ecological injuries are not known or expected under normal use.
5.1 Contact Points
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The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use.
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