Product Name: 3-Stearoyloxy-1,2-propanediol
Chemical Formula: C21H42O4
Synonyms: Glyceryl stearate
CAS Number: 123-94-4
Recommended Use: Emulsifier in food, cosmetics, pharma
Supplier: Please refer to shipping documents for details
Emergency Contact: Local poison control or product supplier
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to OSHA GHS
Physical Hazards: May cause slippery surfaces if spilled
Health Hazards: Prolonged skin contact can cause mild irritation; eye contact may cause discomfort; ingestion in large quantities may lead to gastrointestinal upset
Environmental Hazards: Not considered hazardous, but avoid large-scale release into waterways
Signal Word: None
Pictograms: None required
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands after handling; use personal protective equipment if particulates are generated
Chemical Name: 3-Stearoyloxy-1,2-propanediol
Purity: Above 98%
Impurities: Minor fatty acid esters may be present
Additives: None
Concentration: 100%
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air if dust is inhaled; seek medical advice if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash affected area with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; seek medical attention if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; seek medical attention if large amounts are swallowed or symptoms develop
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically; no specific antidote
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, CO2, foam, or water spray
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water jets can spread burning material
Specific Hazards: Emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes under fire conditions; can form slippery surfaces
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters need self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Firefighting Instructions: Isolate area and use water spray to cool containers; avoid run-off to sewers or waterways
Personal Precautions: Avoid contact with skin and eyes, use gloves and goggles, ensure adequate ventilation
Environmental Precautions: Do not let product enter drains or watercourses in bulk quantities
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb spill with inert material like sand or earth, transfer to containers for disposal; clean residue with detergent and water
Disposal: Place contaminated waste in designated, labeled waste containers for proper disposal
Handling Practices: Use only with adequate ventilation, avoid generating dust, handle with clean equipment and dry hands, avoid breathing in powders
Protection: Wear gloves and eye protection as needed, keep away from open flames and hot surfaces
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place; keep away from sources of ignition and incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers
Storage Life: Stable for at least two years under recommended conditions
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if dust is generated
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Gloves (nitrile or latex), safety goggles, lab coat or apron, dust mask if powder
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, do not eat or drink in work area
Environmental Controls: Avoid release of large quantities to water or soil
Appearance: White to off-white solid; waxy feel
Odor: Faint fatty
Melting Point: About 55°C (131°F)
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in oils and organic solvents
Density: 1.03 g/cm³ at 20°C
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
pH (1% solution): Neutral
Flash Point: > 220°C (428°F)
Self-Ignition Temperature: Not self-igniting
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Estimated above 6
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No hazardous reactions expected under normal use
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, open flames, sources of ignition
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, irritating fumes when burned
Acute Toxicity: Low; oral LD50 in rats above 5,000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion / Irritation: Mild irritation possible upon prolonged contact
Serious Eye Damage / Irritation: Mild reversible irritation possible
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not expected to cause sensitization
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: No data indicating mutagenic effects
Reproductive Toxicity: No study data indicating harmful reproductive effects
Other Health Effects: Ingestion of large quantities can cause digestive discomfort
Ecotoxicity: Minimal for aquatic life at reasonable concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable under aerobic conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low due to metabolism by most organisms
Mobility in Soil: Low, due to insolubility and high adsorption to particulates
Results of PBT and vPvB Assessment: Not classified as persistent, bioaccumulative, or toxic
Other Adverse Effects: No data on ozone depletion, no significant greenhouse gas effect
Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations as non-hazardous chemical waste
Packaging Disposal: Rinse empty containers thoroughly and dispose or recycle according to local guidelines
Precautions: Do not dispose of large quantities to waterways, do not burn in open air
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not regulated
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Protect packages from physical damage and direct sun
Other Transport Info: Not designated as dangerous for road, rail, air, or sea transport
OSHA: Not listed as hazardous
TSCA: Listed
REACH: Pre-registered in Europe
Canada DSL: Listed
California Prop 65: Not listed
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting requirements
Other National Inventories: Compliant in most major jurisdictions
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