Guar Gum – 25Kg

Guar gum is a natural food additive derived from the seeds of the guar plant.

1. Identification

• Product Identifier: Guar Gum
• Synonyms: Guar flour, Guaran
• CAS Number: 9000-30-0
• Recommended Use: Thickening agent, stabilizer, emulsifier

2. Hazard Identification

• Classification: According to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
  • Not classified as hazardous
• Label Elements:
  • Pictograms: None
  • Signal Word: None
  • Hazard Statements: None
  • Precautionary Statements: None

3. Composition/Information on Ingredients

• Chemical Name: Guar Gum
• CAS Number: 9000-30-0
• Content: 100%

4. First-Aid Measures

• Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing difficulties occur, seek medical attention.
• Skin Contact: Wash affected area with soap and water. If irritation occurs, seek medical advice.
• Eye Contact: Rinse eyes thoroughly with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
• Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by medical personnel. Seek medical attention.

5. Fire-Fighting Measures

• Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
• Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical: Not combustible.
• Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters: Wear full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus.

6. Accidental Release Measures

• Personal Precautions: Wear appropriate protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Ventilate the area.
• Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage. Avoid discharge into drains or watercourses.
• Methods for Containment and Clean-Up: Absorb spillage with inert material. Flush area with water.

7. Handling and Storage

• Precautions for Safe Handling: Handle in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
• Conditions for Safe Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Keep containers tightly closed.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

• Exposure Limits:
  • OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): Not established
  • ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV): Not established
• Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to maintain airborne concentrations below occupational exposure limits.
• Personal Protective Equipment:
  • Eye Protection: Safety glasses or goggles.
  • Skin Protection: Wear impervious gloves and protective clothing.
  • Respiratory Protection: Not required under normal conditions.
  • Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and other exposed areas thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink, or smoke in work areas.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

• Appearance: Off-white to yellowish powder
• Odor: Odorless
• Melting Point: Not applicable
• Boiling Point: Not applicable
• Density: ~1.5 g/cm³
• Solubility: Soluble in cold water, forms viscous solution

10. Stability and Reactivity

• Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
• Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: None known.
• Conditions to Avoid: None known.
• Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
• Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

11. Toxicological Information

• Acute Toxicity: LD50 Oral – rat – >5,000 mg/kg
• Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified as a skin irritant.
• Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Not classified as an eye irritant.
• Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not known to cause sensitization.
• Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic.
• Reproductive Toxicity: No data available.
• Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Single Exposure: No data available.
• Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Repeated Exposure: No data available.
• Aspiration Hazard: Not applicable.

12. Ecological Information

• Ecotoxicity: No data available.
• Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable.
• Bioaccumulative Potential: No data available.
• Mobility in Soil: No data available.

13. Disposal Considerations

• Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Contact a licensed waste disposal company for proper disposal.

14. Transport Information

• UN Number: Not regulated
• Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
• Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
• Packing Group: Not applicable
• Environmental Hazards: Not applicable

15. Regulatory Information

• Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Comply with all applicable regulations.