Updated June 14, 2007
CORN STARCH AS ( corn starch alkenylsuccinate)
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
Skin Contact: Repeated or prolonged skin contact may result in
mild irritation.
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
I nhalation: May cause allergic respiratory reaction. This product
Product Name: corn starch AS can produce a nuisance dust which should be maintained below a
I NCI Name: corn starch modified time weighted average of 10 mg/ m3. Avoid prolonged or repeated
CAS Number: none report able breathing of vapor or dust. Use only in well ventilated areas.
EI NECS Number: none report able I ngestion: Unlikely to be hazardous if swallowed (low oral toxicity)
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES
8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
Melting Point: not applicable
Eye: Remove particles by irrigating with eye wash solution or clean
Boiling Point: not applicable
water, holding the eyelids apart. If symptoms develop, get medical
Vapor Pressure, mmHg: not applicable
attention.
Vapor Density, Air= 1: not applicable
Skin Contact: Wash skin with soap and water. If symptoms develop,
Evaporation Rate: not applicable
obtain medical attention.
% Volatile by Volume: 8-13%
I nhalation: Remove to fresh air, get medical attention if irritation
Specific Gravity: 1.5
persists
Solubility in w ater: insoluble
Molecular Weight: > 10 000
9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
Appearance & Odor: white powder, starch odor
pH Value ( 1% sol.) : 5-7 Autoignition, Flash Point: Not available
Extinguishing Media: Dry Chemical; CO2; Water Fog; Foam
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY
Firefighting Procedures: No special procedures required.
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions Fire & Explosion Hazards: Product is a finely divided combustible
Hazardous Decomposition: does not undergo spontaneous de- powder and as such constitutes a potential fire hazard. Keep
composition. Typical combustion products include are carbon mon- workplace dust levels below the stipulated exposure limits. Prohibit
oxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and water. smoking and open flames. Avoid sparks or other sources of static
electricity. Minimum ignition temperature of dust cloud- approx.
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE 390 C. Minimum explosive concentrationapprox. 70 mg/ l. Minimum
energy to ignite cloud by electrical spark- approx. 0.06 joules.
Storage Temperature: ambient
Explosion Limits ( % ) : lower 60.0 g/ m3, upper not applicable
Handling/ Storage: Store in a cool, dry area away from heat,
Minimum I gnition Energy: 10 - 30 mJ, Kst Class 1 = Weak
sparks or fire. Mechanical handling of the powder on inadequately
explosion. Kst Value 187.4 bar.m/ s
grounded equipment can result in static electrical discharges. All
handling equipment must be properly grounded. Sensitive to static 10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
electricity. Use care to minimize dust generation in normal use con-
Route of Entry: eye contact, skin contact, inhalation, ingestion
ditions. Avoid dispersing the powder in the air. Prevent buildup of
Carcinogenicity: There is no evidence that this product poses a
powder on surfaces.
carcinogenic risk under normal conditions of handling and use.
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Chronic ( long term) Effects of Exposure: not established, tar-
get organs: respiratory system.
Isolate spill area immediately. Keep unauthorized personnel away. Oral Toxicity: Oral LD50: Rat > 5 g/ kg
Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Do not walk through spilled Product I nformation: Unlikely to cause harmful effects under
material. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or normal conditions of handling and use. Slight eye irritant.
confined areas. Surface may become slippery after spillage. Use
vacuum or broom sweeping and remove to disposal container. 11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON
state & federal disposal regulations. Characterization and compliance
Ventilation Requirements: General. with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the generator.
Eye Protection Requirements: Wear safety glasses with side
shields. Protect against dust and particulates. 12. TRANSPORT I NFORMATI ON
Glove & Clothing Requirements: Use of chemically resistant
This section provided for general information only. For non-bulk shi-
gloves is recommended. Coveralls, or a lab coat should be worn.
ments. For more complete transportation regulatory information please
Remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse. Wash
refer to the shipping documents accompanying the shipment of this
before eating, drinking, or using toilet facilities.
product. DOT Classification: Proper shipping name: not regulated.
Respirator Requirements: NIOSH approved dust mask.
The information provided herein may not include the impact of
additional regulatory requirements (eg, for materials meeting the
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON
definition of a hazardous waste under RCRA, hazardous substances
General: Possible physical irritant from dust particles. Potential for
under CERCLA, and/ of marine pollutants under CWA or other similar
dust explosion.
federal, state or local laws) or any associated exceptions or exemptions
Eye: Particulates may scratch eye surfaces and cause mechanical
under regulations applicable to the transport of this material.
irritation
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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