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Product Name: L-Lactate Sodium Salt
Chemical Formula: C3H5NaO3
CAS Number: 867-56-1
Synonyms: Sodium L-lactate
Manufacturer: Consult product label or supplier
Recommended Use: Lab reagent, food additive, pharmaceutical ingredient
Contact for Emergency: Refer to local poison control
Health Hazards: Eye irritation, possible mild skin irritation, not expected to be ingestibly hazardous, inhaling dust may irritate respiratory tract
Environmental Hazards: Low environmental hazard likelihood, large spills may affect aquatic systems
Signal Word: Warning
Pictograms: Exclamation mark (for irritant)
Precautionary Statements: Avoid dust inhalation, wash after handling, avoid contact with eyes, avoid release to environment
Hazard Classification: Eye irritation category 2B
Chemical Name: Sodium L-lactate
Purity: ≥ 98% (varies by supplier)
Impurities: Water (<2%), trace minerals
Additives/Stabilizers: None typically added
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses. Seek attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Wash area with soap and water to remove any residue.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep comfortable, consult physician if symptoms like coughing develop.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice if large quantities swallowed or discomfort occurs.
Immediate Medical Attention: Recommended for persistent irritation affecting eyes, skin, or airway.
Flammability: Not classified as a flammable material, but high temperatures may decompose substance, producing carbon oxides.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Specific Hazards: Combustion yields sodium oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Special Procedures: Avoid inhaling decomposition fumes, cool containers exposed to heat with water spray.
Personal Precautions: Prevent dust formation by using gentle sweeping, ventilate area well.
Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, gloves, dust mask if airborne particles likely.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spill from entering sewers or waterways.
Cleanup Methods: Sweep or vacuum into closed, labeled container. Flush residue with water, avoiding excess runoff.
Waste Disposal: Follow local/regional/federal regulations for non-hazardous laboratory chemicals.
Safe Handling: Handle with dry, clean tools, avoid dust generation, wash hands after use, and do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area.
Storage Requirements: Store tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from heat, moisture, and strong oxidizers.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents.
Packaging: Use original packaging or approved chemical container, keep container labeled.
Engineering Controls: Work in well-ventilated areas, use local exhaust where possible.
Personal Protective Equipment: Splash-proof safety goggles for eye protection, chemical-resistant gloves for skin protection, laboratory coat, dust mask if dust forms.
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits (consult local regulations).
Hygiene Measures: Change contaminated clothing, always wash hands after handling.
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Faint, slightly sweet odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH (1% Solution): 6.5 – 8.5
Melting Point: 160-165°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Not flammable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not considered flammable
Vapor Pressure: Not significant
Solubility: Freely soluble in water
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Vapor Density: Not relevant
Bulk Density: 0.6 – 0.8 g/cm³
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: >160°C
Viscosity: Not applicable to solids
Chemical Stability: Stable under usual conditions of handling and storage.
Reactivity: Reacts with strong acids to form lactic acid, reacts with strong oxidizers.
Hazardous Reactions: No hazardous polymerization.
Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sodium oxides produced on strong heating.
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, heat, acids, oxidizers.
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity expected, animal studies report high LD50 (oral, rats) indicating low acute oral toxicity.
Skin Contact: Mild irritation possible after prolonged or repeated contact.
Eye Contact: Possible irritation, redness, tearing.
Inhalation: Dust may cause throat or respiratory irritation.
Ingestion: Not harmful at amounts encountered in normal handling, excessive amounts may cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
Chronic Effects: No known significant health risks for regular exposure.
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA as carcinogenic.
Aquatic Toxicity: Not considered acutely toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations.
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable, sodium and lactate ions naturally present in the environment.
Bioaccumulation: No bioaccumulation expected.
Effect on Sewage Treatment: High concentrations may disrupt biological wastewater systems.
Mobility in Soil: Highly soluble, likely to leach if large spills reach soil.
Disposal Method: Can be disposed as non-hazardous waste, large amounts may require special handling depending on local or regional guidelines.
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse and dispose of containers in accordance with all local regulations.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from reaching water bodies or sewer systems.
UN Number: Not regulated for transport.
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as hazardous.
Transport Hazard Class: Not considered dangerous goods.
Packing Group: Not assigned.
Special Precautions for Transport: Protect product from moisture, seal containers well, avoid temperature extremes in transit.
Transport Labels: None required under applicable regulations.
OSHA: Not a hazardous chemical under Hazard Communication Standard.
TSCA: Listed on Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory.
REACH: Registered for use in European Union.
WHMIS (Canada): Not a controlled product.
SARA 313: Not listed.
California Prop 65: Not listed as substance known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.
Other National/International Regulations: Compliance required for food and pharmaceutical applications. Always consult latest local and global regulations for workplace safety, waste handling, and transportation.
