SAFETY DATA SHEET
L(+)-Lactic Acid REVISION DATE 20/11/06
REF. SD0010/2006-01
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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE # Product name PURAC
SUBSTANCE /
Supplier PURAC America, Inc. PBR s铆nteses
PREPARATION
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AND THE
Lincolnshire, IL 60069 CEP 20.040-020 Rio de Janiero
COMPANY /
USA Brazil
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Supplier PURAC biochem PURAC bioquimica
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The Netherlands Spain
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2. COMPOSITION / Chemical name of the substance L(+)-Lactic Acid aqueous solution (50 -90%)
INFORMATION ON
INGREDIENTS Synonyms Lactic Acid aqueous solution S(+)-2-hydroxy propionic acid.
2-Hydroxypropionic acid Alpha hydroxypropionic acid
CAS-No. 79-33-4 (L(+)-Lactic Acid) EC-No. 201-196-2 (L(+)-Lactic Acid)
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Most important hazards Irritating to eyes and skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
May cause irritation of respiratory tract.
May cause irritation of the mucous membranes.
Specific hazards
Inhalation (short and long term) irritation, breathing difficulties,
headache, dizziness
(short and long term) irritation of digestive system
Skin contact (short and long term) irritation
Eye contact (short and long term) severe irritation, blurred vision
Ingestion (short and long term) burns, vomiting, gastrointestinal disturbance
4. FIRST AID MEASURES General advice Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Inhalation Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Skin contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water removing all
contaminated clothes and shoes. Obtain medical attention.
Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for
at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention.
Ingestion Consult a physician. If conscious, drink plenty of water. Never
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Protection of first-aiders Wear impervious gloves and tightly fitting safety goggles.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Notes to physician Oxygen, if needed. Avoid gastric lavage.
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disclaims any liability, damages, losses or other
consequences suffered or incurred in connection
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Suitable extinguishing media Water, carbon dioxide (CO2), foam, dry chemical.
Extinguishing media which must None.
not be used for safety reasons
Specific hazards Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating
gases and vapors.
Special protective equipment In the event of fire, wear self contained breathing
for firefighters apparatus.
Specific methods Standard procedure for chemical fires. Cool containers /
tanks with water spray. Flash point > 234掳F, (> 112掳C)
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE Personal precautions Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear impervious
gloves and tightly fitting safety goggles.
MEASURES
Environmental precautions Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer
system.
Methods for cleaning up Dam up. Neutralize with limestone powder, lime, soda
ash. Soak up with inert absorbent material
(e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder,
sawdust). Take up mechanically and collect
in suitable container for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Technical measures/Precautions Avoid temperatures above 392掳F (200掳C).
Safe handling advice Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear impervious
gloves and tightly fitting safety goggles.
Do not breathe spray mist.
Technical measures/ Store according to all current regulations. Keep container
Storage conditions tightly closed. Keep in a dry, cool place.
Packaging material Plastic or stainless steel 316 L containers.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / Engineering measures Insure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.
PERSONAL PROTECTION to reduce exposure
Exposure limit(s) None.
Personal protection equipment
Respiratory protection Not required; except in case of aerosol formation.
Breathing apparatus needed only when aerosol or mist
is formed.
Hand protection Rubber gloves.
Eye protection Face-shield, tightly fitting safety goggles.
Skin and body protection Long sleeved clothing, chemical resistant apron boots.
Hygiene measures Avoid contact with skin When using, do not eat, drink or
smoke. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before
re-use.
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accuracy of any data, information or opinions
contained herein or as to their suitability for any
purpose, condition or application. None of the data,
information or opinions contained herein may be
relied upon for any purpose or reason. PURAC
disclaims any liability, damages, losses or other
consequences suffered or incurred in connection
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL Form aqueous solution
PROPERTIES Color colorless/yellow/ light brown
Odor characteristic
Molecular Weight 90.08
pH 2 @ 77掳F (25掳C)
Boiling point/range 230掳F (110掳C) (40% solution)
257掳F (125掳C) (90% solution)
Decomposition temperature > 392 掳F (> 200掳C)
Autoignition temperature none
Flash point > 234掳F (> 112掳C)
Explosion limits not applicable
1190 - 1250 kg/m3
Density
Surface tension 50 - 44 mN/m (50 - 90% solution)
Solubility Water solubility: completely soluble
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water) log Pow = - 0.62
Viscosity 5 - 60 mPa.s @ 77掳F (25掳C) (50 - 90% solution)
10. STABILITY AND Stability Stable at normal conditions.
REACTIVITY Conditions to avoid Avoid temperatures above 392掳F (200掳C).
Materials to avoid Oxidizing agents, metals, acids and bases.
Hazardous decomposition Carbon oxides. Thermal decomposition can lead to
products release of irritating gases and vapors.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL Acute toxicity LD50/oral/rat=3730 mg/kg
LD50/oral/mouse=4875 mg/kg
INFORMATION
LD50/dermal/rabbit>2000mg/kg
Irritation Eyes-rabbit: severe. Skin guinea pig: slight - none.
Skin rabbit: severe.
Tests on animals have shown that the effect of lactic
acid on skin is species dependent. Human experience
and results on guinea pigs have shown that it is irritant
and not corrosive.
Local effects Irritating to eyes and skin. Risk of serious damage to
eyes. Inhalation of mist causes irritation of respiratory
system.
Carcinogen Status None.
Mutagenic Data Tests on bacterial or mammalian cell cultures did not
show mutagenic effects.
Major effects of exposure
Inhalation Inhalation of vapors is irritating to the respiratory system,
may cause throat pain and cough. Inhalation of vapors in
high concentration may cause shortness of breath (lung
oedema). Chronic exposure may cause dermatitis,
gastrointestinal disturbance, coughing.
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relied upon for any purpose or reason. PURAC
disclaims any liability, damages, losses or other
consequences suffered or incurred in connection
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL Skin contact May cause skin irritation. Prolonged skin contact may
produce dermatitis.
INFORMATION Contd.
Eye contact Severe eye irritation. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Liquid causes severe inflammation of conjunctiva and
may cause severe damage of the cornea.
Ingestion Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea. May cause stomach perforation
Further information As an important metabolite in man, animals and plants,
it is naturally formed and metabolised.
12. ECOLOGICAL Mobility Completely soluble.
INFORMATION Persistence / degradability Readily biodegradable, according to appropriate OECD
test.
Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD)5 = 0.45 mg O2 /mg .
Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD)20= 0.60 mg O2/mg.
Chemical oxygen demand (COD) =0.90 mg O2 /mg.
Bioaccumulation None.
Ecotoxicity EC50/48h/Daphnia = 240mg/l
LC50/48h/Fish = 320 mg/l
EC50/Algae = 3500 mg/l (neutral)
Further information Natural product.
13. DISPOSAL Waste from residues / Subject to disposal regulations US EPA 40 CFR 2 62.
CONSIDERATIONS unused products
Contaminated packaging Clean container with water. Empty containers should be
taken for local recycling, recovery or waste disposal.
Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.
14. TRANSPORT
INFORMATION
15. REGULATORY US Regulations USA TSCA Inventory Status Y
SARA III N
INFORMATION
California Proposition 65 N
Carcinogen status OSHA:N, NTP:N, IARC: N
FDA GRAS
EU Classification
Symbols Xi - Irritant
R- Phrases R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R38 - Irritating to skin.
S-Phrases S24 - Avoid contact with skin.
S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
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NFPA Ratings (Scale 0-4) 1(health)-0(flammability)-0(reactivity)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS Rating 2(health)-0(flammability)-0(reactivity) B(protective equipment)
CAS-No. 50-21-5 (general) EC-No. 200-018-0 (general)
EEC Food additive: E 270
Further information on the safety assessment of lactic acid and its salts can be obtained in
a CFTA Report of June 6th 1997.
Additional data on the calculated ecotoxicity of lactic acid and its salts and esters can be
obtained in a report entitled 'The ecotoxicity and biodegradability of lactic acid, alkyl
lactate esters and lactic acid salts' by Bowmer et al.
(Reference: Chemosphere 37: 1317-1333 (1998))
This information only concerns the above-mentioned product and is not valid if used with other
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