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Date of Issue : Dec 1997 1. IDENTIFICATION
General Product Name : INOSITOL Other Names : HEXAHYDROXYCYCLOHEXANE 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 : Medicine, nutrition, intermediate.
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : White crystals, odourless with a sweet taste. Formula : C6H6(OH)6.2H2O Boiling Point : N/A deg C Melting Point : 215 deg C Vapour Pressure : N/A Specific Gravity : 1.524 (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
Soluble in water, insoluble in absolute alcohol and ether. 1.3 Ingredients
2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute Swallowed
No effects of overexposure have been documented. Eye
No effects of overexposure have been documented. Skin
No effects of overexposure have been documented. Inhaled
No effects of overexposure have been documented. 2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
No data available
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
If fully conscious, induce vomiting then give 2-3 cups of water to drink. Seek medical attention.
Eye
Immediately flush eyes with copious quantities of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. If effects persist seek medical attention.
Skin
Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and water.
Inhaled
Remove from exposure to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If effects persist seek medical attention.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower are available and ready for use.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
No specific antidote. Treat symptomatically based on judgement of doctor and individual reactions of patient.
2.6 Toxicity Data
Oral LD50 = not available Dermal LD50 = not available Inhalation LC50 = not available
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
No exposure limit has been established for this product by Worksafe , however the following is recommended for nuisance dust : TWA 10 mg/m3.
3.2 Engineering Controls
Ensure adequate ventilation to maintain airborne concentrations below standard.
3.3 Personal Protection
Wear adequate protective clothing to minimise exposure, including eye goggles, face mask, gloves and industrial overalls. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling and before work breaks, eating, drinking, smoking and using toilet facilities.
3.4 Flammability
Material is not flammable. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Store in a cool, dry area away from direct heat and sunlight and incompatible materials. No special precautions necessary.
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 INOSITOL Hazard
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Wear protective clothing including breathing protection if dusty conditions prevail. Avoid raising dust. Place material in dry containers and hold for waste disposal.
Disposal
Dispose of in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations at an approved waste disposal facility.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Fire / Explosion
Material is stable under normal conditions of handling and use. No documented conditions to avoid. Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Extinguishing Media
Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Use equipment/media appopriate to surrounding fire conditions. 5 OTHER INFORMATION
Other Information
No data available
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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