Material Safety Data Sheet

Product No. 19225 Gelatin, Purified

Issue Date (04-22-04)

Review Date (06-19-07)

Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Gelatin, Purified

Synonym: None

Company Name

Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone  (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.

Section 2: Composition / Information on Ingredients

Section 3: Hazard Identification
Emergency overview

Appearance: White to slightly yellow powder.

Immediate effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact, eye contact, of ingestion, and of inhalation.

Potential health effects

Primary Routes of entry: Skin, eye, ingestion and inhalation.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure:
Eyes: Slightly irritating.

Skin: Slightly irritating.

Ingestion: Slightly hazardous.

Inhalation: Slightly hazardous.

Chronic Exposure: ND

Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: None

See Toxicological Information (Section11)

Potential environmental effects

See Ecological Information (Section 12)

Section 4: First Aid Measures
If accidental overexposure is suspected

Eye(s) Contact: No known effect on eye contact, rinse with water for a few minutes.

Skin Contact: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevice, creases and groin. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient.  If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.

Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting.  Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.  If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.  Seek immediate medical attention.

Note to physician

Treatment: ND

Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: ND

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: NA
Flammable Limits: NA

Auto-ignition point: NA
Fire Extinguishing Media: Small fire: Use DRY chemical powder. Large fire: Use water spray, fog or foam.  Do not use water jet.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: ND

Hazardous combustion products: ND

DOT Class: Not regulated

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Small spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.  Then finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements. Personal protection in case of large spills: Splash goggles, full suit, dust respirator, boots and gloves.  A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product.  Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product. Large spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container.  Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow evacuating through the sanitary system.    
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.

Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Keep away from heat.  Keep away from sources of ignition.  Empty containers pose a fire risk; evaporate the residue under a fume hood.  Ground all equipment containing material.  Do not breathe dust. Keep container dry. Keep container tightly closed.  Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place.  Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme heat and away from strong oxidizing agents.

Storage temperature: ND

Storage Pressure: ND

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls

Ventilation required: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits.  If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.

Personal Protection Equipment

Respiratory protection: Dust respirator that is approved/certified or equivalent.

Protective gloves: Protective gloves.
Skin protection: Lab coat.
Eye protection: Safety glasses.
Additional clothing and/or equipment: ND

Exposure Guidelines

See Composition/Information on Ingredients (Section2)

Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Physical State: White to slight yellow powder.

Odor (threshold): None reported.

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 0.68

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): Negligible

Vapor Density (air=1): ND

Percent Volatile by volume: ND

Evaporation Rate (butyl acetate=1): Negligible

Boiling Point: NA

Freezing point / melting point: Decomposes
pH: 6.0 (6% solution)
Solubility in Water: Soluble
Molecular Weight: ND

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: ND

Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility): Strong oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: ND
Hazardous Polymerization: No

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Results of component toxicity test performed: Gelatin (9000-70-8): RTECS#: LX8580000.  Teratogenicity: (Intraperitoneal, Mouse): TDLo = 700 mg/kg. Effects on newborn: Reduced weight gain. (Intraperitoneal, Mouse): TDLo = 700 mg/kg. Specific developmental abnormalities: Urogential.

Human experience: ND

This product does not contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecological Information: ND

Chemical Fate Information: Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely.  However, long term degradation products may arise. Toxicity of the products of biodegradation: The products of degradation are more toxic.

Section 13 Disposal Considerations

RCRA 40 CFR 261 Classification: Recycle to process, if possible. Consult your local or regional authorities.

Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.

Section 14: Transportation Information

US DOT Information: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

IATA: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

IMO: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

Marine Pollutant: No

Canadian TDG: Not regulated

Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States Federal Regulations

MSDS complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200.

SARA: Not listed

SARA Title III: Not listed

RCRA: Not listed

TSCA: Gelatin (9000-70-80 listed in TSCA 8 (b) Inventory.

CERCLA: Not listed

State Regulations

California Proposition 65: No.

International Regulations

Canada WHMIS: Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).

Europe EINECS Numbers: Gelatin (9000-70-8): EINECS#: 232-554-6.

DSCLA (EEC): This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.

Section 16: Other Information

Label Information: NA

European Risk and Safety Phrases: NA

European symbols needed: NA

Canadian WHMIS Symbols: NA

HMIS® Hazard Rating: Health: 1; Fire: 1; Reactivity: 0; Personal Protection: E

NFPA Hazard Rating: Health: 1; Fire: 1; Reactivity: 0
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)

Abbreviations used in this document

NE= Not established

NA= Not applicable

NIF= No Information Found

ND= No Data

Disclaimer
Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials.

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