Product Name: 1,2-Propylene Glycol Alginate
Chemical Formula: C9H14O7
Synonyms: PGA, Propylene Glycol Alginate
CAS Number: 9005-37-2
Recommended Use: Food additive, emulsifier, stabilizer
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GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS standards
Health Hazards: May cause mild eye, skin, or respiratory irritation with direct and prolonged contact
Environmental Hazards: Low risk for aquatic environments, not expected to bioaccumulate
Label Elements: Not required by GHS standards
Signal Word: None
Pictograms: None
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged skin exposure, practice good industrial hygiene
Other Hazards: Dust may cause mechanical irritation or aggravate pre-existing respiratory conditions
Chemical Name: 1,2-Propylene Glycol Alginate
Common Name: PGA
CAS Number: 9005-37-2
Percentage: >95% PGA, trace amounts of stabilizers or impurities possible
Impurities and Stabilizers: Any present at low concentrations, not classified as hazardous
Molecular Weight: Approximately 234.20 g/mol
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy, continue rinsing, seek medical advice if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, consult a physician if irritation develops
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, support breathing if necessary, seek medical attention for persistent respiratory symptoms
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention if feeling unwell
Most Important Symptoms: Mild irritation of affected area, no known acute or chronic toxic effects in recommended handling
Notes for Doctors: Treat symptomatically, no special antidote required
Flammability: Not considered highly flammable, can burn on strong ignition
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray, or alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable Media: None known
Special Hazards from Combustion: Potential release of carbon oxides, irritating vapors or smoke
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes
Firefighting Instructions: Control run-off water, avoid discharge to the environment, cool containers with water spray if involved in fire
Personal Precautions: Prevent contact with eyes and skin, wear appropriate personal protective equipment such as gloves, goggles, dust mask
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spill from entering drains, surface water, or soil
Methods for Containment: Contain spill with sand, earth, or inert absorbent material
Methods for Cleanup: Sweep up and place in suitable labeled container, avoid raising dust, ventilate area well, wash contaminated surface with water
Reference to Other Sections: Dispose according to local regulations as outlined in disposal considerations
Precautions for Safe Handling: Use in well-ventilated area, avoid inhaling dust or vapors, use personal protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contact, wash hands thoroughly after handling
Conditions for Safe Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances, keep container tightly closed and labeled, protect from moisture and heat
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids and alkalis
Specific End Use(s): Food additive (emulsifier, stabilizer), laboratory chemical, industrial material
Exposure Guidelines: No established exposure limits for this compound
Engineering Controls: Provide adequate ventilation especially in processing or bulk handling, consider local exhaust at points of dust or vapor generation
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses, chemical-resistant gloves, dust respirator if significant dust exposure, protective clothing as needed
General Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using this product, wash hands before breaks, after handling, and before meals
Environmental Exposure Controls: Minimize release to environment, contain spillage, adhere to best practice waste management
Appearance: White to off-white powder or granules, sometimes slightly yellowish
Odor: Practically odorless, may have faint chemical scent
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH (aqueous solution): 3.0 - 4.0
Melting Point/Range: Decomposes before melting
Boiling Point/Range: Not applicable (polymeric material)
Flash Point: Not available
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Low, product may burn under fire conditions
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Water Solubility: Soluble, forms viscous solutions
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: >200°C
Viscosity: Aqueous solutions are viscous, concentration dependent
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Thermal Decomposition: Begins to decompose above 200°C, releasing carbon oxides
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions known under normal use
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, sparks, open flames, moisture
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, concentrated acids or bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, organic acids
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat) > 5,000 mg/kg, low toxicity if swallowed
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals with prolonged contact
Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause transient irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Dust may cause mechanical irritation
Skin Sensitization: Not classified as a sensitizer
Mutagenicity: No evidence of mutagenic effects
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA as a carcinogen
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence of adverse reproductive effects
Chronic Effects: No chronic health risks identified at typical exposure levels
Target Organs: None known
Additional Information: Used widely in food, regarded as safe at recommended concentrations
Ecotoxicity: Not expected to be toxic to aquatic or terrestrial organisms at typical concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to degrade slowly, based on natural polysaccharide structure
Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Water soluble, likely to be mobile, with low potential for soil binding
Other Adverse Effects: No reported environmental hazards with proper use/disposal
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose according to local, regional, and national regulations
Disposal of Product: Incinerate in approved facility or landfill in compliance with government regulations
Disposal of Packaging: Clean and recycle where possible, otherwise dispose as per local authority requirements
Recommended Actions: Do not dispose of product or contaminated packaging in drains or waterways, avoid environmental release
UN Number: Not regulated for transportation
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not a dangerous good
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: None
Transport in Bulk: Not regulated
Special Precautions: Protect containers from physical damage, moisture, and excessive heat during transit
International Regulatory Status: Food additive status evaluated by JECFA, Codex Alimentarius, EFSA, FDA
EU Regulations: Listed as food additive E405 in Annex II of Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008
US Regulations: Approved by FDA as direct food additive (21 CFR 184.1660)
Canada: Permitted food additive per Canadian Food and Drug Regulations
Other National Inventories: Listed or exempt in Australia (AICS), Japan (ENCS), China (IECSC), Korea (KECI), Philippines (PICCS)
SARA Title III Sections 302/304: Not listed
SARA Title III Section 313: Not listed
California Proposition 65: Not listed
WHMIS Classification: Not controlled
Other Regulations: Follow all applicable local, regional, national, and international guidelines
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