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Product Name: Sucrose
Synonyms: Table sugar, cane sugar, beet sugar
CAS Number: 57-50-1
Recommended Use: Food additive, pharmaceutical applications, laboratory reagents, industrial fermentation
Supplier: Major sugar producers, local distributors
Emergency Contact: Refer to local poison control or company contacts for emergencies involving large exposures
UN Number: Not classified as hazardous for transportation
GHS Classification: Not hazardous by GHS standards
Main Hazards: Dust explosion risk in finely divided form and in presence of ignition source; mild irritation on eye or skin contact in sensitive individuals
Label Elements: No pictogram required under GHS
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: Excessive dust can form explosive mixtures with air in confined spaces, may cause transient mild irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, ensure good ventilation in areas with high dust generation
Other Hazards: Hygroscopic, may attract water and become sticky
Chemical Name: Sucrose
Chemical Formula: C12H22O11
Purity: Typically >99.5%
Impurities: Trace amounts of water, ash, and colorants can be present depending on processing
Molecular Weight: 342.3 g/mol
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, monitor breathing, rinse nose and throat with water if coughing persists
Skin Contact: Wash off with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, contact physician if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with plenty of water, hold eyelids apart to ensure complete flushing; seek medical attention for persistent discomfort
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, give small amounts of water to drink; consult physician if large amounts are swallowed or if discomfort is severe
Acute Symptoms: Irritation of airways, dryness or mild irritation of skin and eyes in sensitive individuals
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known for solid sugar, avoid high-pressure streams that may disperse dust
Specific Hazards: Combustible dust; dust suspended in air poses a risk of explosion
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other organic compounds
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus, avoid inhaling combustion fumes
Advice: Remove product from immediate fire area if safe, use water sprayed to cool containers and suppress dust
Special Precautions: Control dust with gentle water spray or suppression methods, sweep up only after fire is controlled
Personal Precautions: Wear dust mask and goggles, avoid generating airborne dust, prevent contact with eyes and prolonged skin exposure
Environmental Precautions: Do not allow large quantities to enter waterways, surface drains or soil, sweep up spills promptly
Cleanup Methods: Avoid dry sweeping that may create dust clouds, consider vacuuming or using wet methods, transfer material to suitable container for reuse or disposal
Spill Response: Limit access to spill area, ventilate space, remove ignition sources, notify cleanup personnel of dust hazard
Disposal of Waste: See section on disposal considerations for further details
Handling: Minimize dust generation, use local exhaust or general ventilation; prevent buildup of sugar dust on surfaces, maintain good housekeeping; avoid eating, drinking, or smoking during use
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers, keep in cool, dry, well-ventilated location, isolate from strong oxidizers, acids, and sources of ignition; stack bags and drums securely to prevent falling
Special Instructions: Take measures to prevent static electricity, ground all equipment, handle with clean tools and dry hands, keep away from moisture to prevent caking
Unopened Shelf Life: Product remains stable in original packaging for extended periods if kept dry and cool
Occupational Exposure Limit: OSHA PEL: Nuisance dust, 15 mg/m3 (total dust), 5 mg/m3 (respirable fraction); ACGIH TLV: 10 mg/m3 (total dust)
Engineering Controls: Use local ventilation or general ventilation, install dust collection systems at points of generation, maintain good facility hygiene
Personal Protection: Dust mask or respirator (NIOSH-approved) when dust is present, safety goggles/face shield where splashing may occur, protective gloves for prolonged exposure or if skin is sensitive, wear protective clothing as needed for bulk handling
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands after handling, launder contaminated clothing, keep work areas clean and dry
Appearance: White, crystalline powder or granular solid
Odor: Odorless
pH: Neutral (5% solution typically about pH 7)
Melting Point: Approximately 186°C (decomposes and caramelizes rather than melting cleanly)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Not applicable for solids, dust explosive at concentrations above lower explosive limit
Explosion Limits: Lower: about 0.062 oz/ft3 (dust/air)
Vapor Pressure: Not measurable as a solid
Solubility: Soluble in water (about 2000 g/L at 25°C)
Density: 1.59 g/cm3
Autoignition Temperature: 450°C (842°F) for dust
Partition Coefficient (octanol/water): -3.7 (log Pow)
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard conditions; susceptible to microbial spoilage if exposed to moisture
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Can undergo exothermic reaction with strong oxidizing agents (e.g., potassium chlorate, nitric acid); dust may form explosive mixtures with air
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, excessive heat, open flame, static discharge, dust accumulation
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, bases, oxidizers, peroxides
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid fumes on combustion
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity; LD50 (oral, rat): >29,700 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified as a skin irritant, high concentrations of dust may dry or mildly irritate skin
Eye Damage/Irritation: Dust may cause mechanical irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Not a sensitizer by inhalation
Chronic Toxicity: Excessive chronic intake can contribute to metabolic problems, e.g., obesity, diabetes, dental caries
Mutagenicity, Carcinogenicity, Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence from available data
Other Data: Not classified as toxic by environmental or health standards; no significant risk through skin absorption
Ecotoxicity: Not toxic to aquatic life at levels expected in industrial use
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable by soil and aquatic microorganisms; breaks down to carbon dioxide and water in natural environments
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Highly soluble and mobile in water; unlikely to persist in the environment
Other Adverse Effects: Large releases to water can disturb natural ecosystems due to microbial overgrowth and oxygen depletion
Waste Treatment Methods: Collect and reuse if uncontaminated, or dispose as non-hazardous solid waste if reuse not feasible
Disposal of Large Quantities: In accordance with local waste disposal regulations; avoid allowing product to enter waterways or sewage
Packaging Disposal: Clean containers before reusing or recycling, follow local regulations regarding packaging waste
Special Disposal Precautions: Avoid dust dispersal during cleanup, landfill or incinerate waste in approved facilities as per regulatory requirements
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Environmental Hazards: None
Transportation Precautions: Protect from moisture and sources of ignition during transit, prevent sack tearing and product leakage, keep away from incompatible chemicals
Special Transport Information: Review bulk carriage requirements and consult with logistics providers for facility-specific advice
OSHA Status: Not classified as hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Listed on US TSCA inventory
SARA Title III: Not listed as an extremely hazardous substance, no SARA hazards
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Sucrose listed
REACH Regulation (EU): Registration not required for food-grade and pharmaceutical uses
Other National/Regional Information: Approved for food use by FDA, EFSA, and relevant global health agencies
Labelling and Packaging Information: No hazard labels required, follow conventional packaging standards for handling food and chemical materials
