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Material Safety Data Sheet
Retinyl Palmitate
Last Revised: 6/8/06
peroxides.
1. Product Identification
Product Name: Retinyl Palmitate
10. Toxicological Information
INCI Name: Retinyl Palmitate, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil and Chlolecaliferol
CAS Number(s): 79-81-2 Routes of Entry: Inhalation, skin and ingestion
Health Hazards-Chronic and Acute: An experimental teratogen.
2. Physical and Chemical Properties Excessive ingestion may cause hair loss, joint pain, skin defects, intracranial
pressure, and brittle nails. Possible mutagen. Experimental reproductive
Melting Point: 28-29C effects. In animals, tertogenic effects and decalcification of bones have
Solubility in Water: Insoluble occurred.
Storage: +4C
Appearance & Odor: Powder or dissolved in corn oil
11. Disposal Considerations
3. Stability and Reactivity Incinerate or land fill as complies with state and local laws.
Hazardous Decomposition: Acrid smoke and irritating fumes
4. Handling and Storage
Always wear gloves, mask, goggles or other protective clothing and use a
hood. Follow proper laboratory procedures.
5. Accidental Release Measures
Absorb liquid in dry sand, diatomite, vermiculite or other drying agent
then shovel into suitable containers for disposal.
6. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
Respiratory Protection: Yes
Eye Protection: Yes
Protective Clothing: Yes
Engineering Controls: Yes
7. Hazards Identification
General: Nausea, headache and vomiting. Sedation, irritability, marked
redness of skin, peeling skin, discomfort, sensitivity to U.V. light;
drowsiness and abdominal pains are also symptoms.
8. First Aid Measures
Eyes: Rinse liberally with water for a considerable amount of time.
Always call a physician or take to a hospital.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and rinse with copious amounts of
soap and water for a considerable amount of time. Call a physician.
Inhalation: Take patient into fresh air and allow to rest. Always call a
physician.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth several times with water, do not swallow.
Always call a physician or take to a hospital.
9. Fire Fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media: CO2, dry chemical or foam
Fire and Explosion Hazards: May decompose on exposure to air,
light, copper alloys, iron and iron salts, strong oxidizing agents and
Important Notice: The information presented herein is based on experimental data submitted by the manufacturers
of the raw materials and is considered scientifically correct; however, no warrant or representation, express or implied, is
made as to the accuracy or suitability of this information for application to the purchaser鈥檚 intended purpose or for
consequences of its use and we assume no responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential, arising
out of its use. Use these materials only as directed. If you have any questions regarding the proper interpretation of this
sheet or the meanings of any terms used, we strongly urge you to speak with your physician. For further information
concerning product safety and proper use, call the number listed on the front of the MSDS.
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