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Product Name: Phytagel
Chemical Family: Gellan gum polysaccharide
Synonyms: Gellan gum, Polysaccharide gelling agent
Recommended Use: Plant tissue culture, microbiological media, food additive
Manufacturer’s Contact: Name, address, phone, and emergency contact information of supplier
CAS Number: 71010-52-1
Registration Numbers: Specific product registration references as per local regulations
Hazard Classification: Not classified as hazardous as per GHS standard
Physical Hazards: Dust generation may cause respiratory irritation
Health Hazards: Inhalation of dust may irritate the respiratory system, eyes, or skin
Environmental Hazards: Product expected to be biodegradable, minimal risk when used as recommended
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: May cause mild irritation to eyes, skin, or respiratory tract
Pictograms: None required
Ingredient: Gellan gum
Percentage: Typically > 95% by weight
Impurities: Minor amounts of water and inorganic salts (e.g., sodium, calcium salts)
E Number: E418 (food additive registration reference for gellan gum)
Molecular Formula: Varies, typically (C12H18O9)n
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, rinse mouth, seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Eye Contact: Flush with plenty of water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, seek attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash area with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, drink water, seek medical advice if symptoms appear
Important Symptoms: Dust exposure may result in mild irritation of mucous membranes
Medical Attention: Advise immediate treatment for symptoms, notify healthcare professionals of material involved
Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: None known
Hazards from Combustion: Burning produces carbon oxides and potentially other toxic vapors
Protective Equipment: Firefighters require self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Specific Hazards: Dust can form explosive mixtures in air when dispersed
Firefighting Precautions: Contain runoff, avoid inhaling smoke or decomposition products
Personal Precautions: Use dust mask if airborne concentrations are high, wear safety goggles and gloves
Environmental Precautions: Prevent uncontrolled release to drains, sewers, or natural water sources
Methods for Cleanup: Sweep up gently to avoid generating dust, collect in suitable container for disposal, ventilate area, wash residue with water
Reference to Other Sections: See also exposure controls and personal protection for recommended gear
Emergency Procedures: Restrict access to area, report large spills to relevant authorities
Handling: Avoid creating dust, use local exhaust or dust collection, avoid inhalation and contact with eyes or skin, keep containers tightly closed
Safe Handling Advice: Apply good industrial hygiene practices, wash hands before eating or drinking, do not eat, drink or smoke when using
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, temperature control not strictly necessary but avoid excessive heat or moisture exposure, keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers
Packaging Materials: Store only in original packaging or tightly sealed containers
Specific End Uses: Use as intended in laboratory, food, or industry
Control Parameters: No official occupational exposure limits established
Engineering Controls: Employ local ventilation or dust extraction where dust may form
Personal Protective Equipment:
Appearance: Off-white to light yellow powder
Odor: Practically odorless
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Approximately 6.0 – 7.5 (1% solution)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Not available (decomposes before melting)
Initial Boiling Point and Range: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Product may combust if exposed to extreme heat
Upper/Lower Flammability: Not established, dust may be explosive
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Relative Density: About 1.5 g/cm3
Solubility: Soluble in hot water, forms viscous gel
Partition Coefficient n-octanol/water: Not applicable
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not established
Decomposition Temperature: Above 200°C
Viscosity: High in solution and upon gel formation
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage
Reactivity: No significant reactivity under ordinary circumstances
Conditions to Avoid: Excess moisture, extreme heat, open flames, strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possibly formaldehyde and other organic fumes if burned
Possible Hazardous Reactions: None known
Acute Toxicity: Data indicates very low toxicity by oral, dermal, or inhalation exposure
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not expected to cause skin damage, mild irritation possible
Eye Damage/Irritation: Slight irritation may occur if powder directly contacts eyes
Respiratory Sensitization: Prolonged inhalation of large amounts of dust may irritate respiratory passages
Carcinogenicity: No components classified as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity/Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence of genetic or reproductive hazards from available studies
Target Organ Effects: None reported
Chronic Effects: No chronic health effects reported from routine use
Ecotoxicity: Gellan gum expected to have low toxicity to aquatic life at environmental concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Product is biodegradable under aerobic conditions, breaks down to organic acids
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Water-soluble, may leach through soil but poses little risk
Other Adverse Effects: None observed in published environmental risk assessments
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose in compliance with local, regional, and national regulations
Product Waste: Collect and discard as non-hazardous organic waste unless contaminated
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers should be rinsed and recycled or disposed of appropriately
Special Precautions: Minimize dust release during disposal, avoid discharge to stormwater or uncontrolled environments
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Transport Precautions: Protect package from moisture and physical damage during transport
Transport in Bulk: No bulk transport restrictions or requirements
Safety, Health, Environmental Regulation Specific to Substance: Product classified as non-hazardous according to most global chemical inventories
Chemical Inventory Listings: Listed on TSCA, EINECS, DSL, AICS, ENCS, and related databases
Labelling Requirements: No special label requirements apart from basic product identification and safe handling recommendations
Other Regulations: Meets food and pharmaceutical specifications in many jurisdictions (E418 for food applications)
Restrictions: Comply with local, regional, and national regulations for workplace exposure, environmental release, and use in consumer products
