LACTIC ACID | ICSC: 0501 (September 1997) |
DL-Lactic acid 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid alpha-Hydroxypropionic acid |
CAS #: 50-21-5 |
EC Number: 200-018-0 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. | NO open flames. | Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. |
STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Burning sensation. Cough. Sore throat. Shortness of breath. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. Pain. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns. | Wear safety goggles or face shield. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Sore throat. Burning sensation. Abdominal pain. Abdominal cramps. Nausea. Vomiting. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give nothing to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Cautiously neutralize spilled liquid with weak alkaline solution such as disodium carbonate. Then wash away with plenty of water. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong bases. | |
PACKAGING | |
LACTIC ACID | ICSC: 0501 |
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Formula: C3H6O3 / CH3CHOHCOOH |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations LACTIC ACID (JECFA Evaluation)