MSDS, Material Safty Data Sheet---------Fenchem Enterprises Ltd.
Product name: Panax Ginseng (root) P.E.
**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****
MSDS Name: Ginsenosides
Company Identification: Fenchem Enterprises Ltd.,
No. 1911-1915, Fortune Buliding, No .359 Hongwu Rd,NJ,China.
PC: 210002.
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**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
Chemical Name
CAS#
Not available Ginsenosides
Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
Risk Phrases: None Listed.
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Caution! The toxicological properties of this material have not been
Fully investigated. This substance has caused adverse reproductive
and fetal effects in animals. May cause eye and skin irritation. May
cause respiratory and digestive tract irritation
Target Organs: No data found.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological
properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties
of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause adverse reproductive
effects. May cause fetal effects.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if
irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert,
rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing,
give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Use water spray, dry
chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 0; Reactivity: 0
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
Equipment section. Sweep up then place into a suitable container for
disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust
generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
ACGIH NIOSH OSHA - Final PELs
Chemical Name
Ginsenosides none listed none listed none listed
OSHA Vacated PELs:
Ginsenosides
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR: 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant a respirator's use.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Characteristic
Odor:
Vapor Pressure: Negligible.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate: Negligible.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Not available.
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable. Incompatible with bases, strong oxidizing agents, reducing agents, metal nitrates
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, incompatible materials, dust generation.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, oxides of sulfur, irritating and
toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
ACX #:
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Ginsenosides
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Epidemiology:
No information available.
Teratogenicity:
No information available.
Reproductive Effects:
No information available.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical
is classified as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in
40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state
and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate
classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
**** SECTION 13 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
US DOT
No information available
Canadian TDG
No information available.
**** SECTION 14 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
US FEDERAL
TSCA
Ginsenosides is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
SARA
Section 302 (RQ)
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
Section 302 (TPQ)
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous
Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority
Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants
under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous
by OSHA.
STATE
Ginsenosides is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
Ginsenosides
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
Canada
Ginsenosides is listed on Canada's DSL List.
This product has a WHMIS classification of D2A.
Ginsenosides is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
**** SECTION 15 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 7/04/2007 Revision #1 Date: 1/24/2008
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be
liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost
profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of
the possibility of such damages.
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