Updated June 14, 2007
PROVI TAMI N B5
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
Eye Contact: May cause irritation. Irrigate eye with water for at
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
least 15 to 20 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Product Name: Provitamin B5 I ngestion: may result in gastric disturbances
Synonyms: D-panthenol, pantothenol, dexpanthenol
I NCI Name: D-pantothenyl alcohol 8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
Chemical Name: N-pantoyl-3-propanolamine
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 15 to
CAS Number: 81-13-0
20 minutes. If irritation persists get medical attention.
EI NECS Number: 201-327-3
Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with soap and water.
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES I nhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Specific Gravity: 1.1 g/ ml
I ngestion: Give large quantities of water. Do not induce vomiting.
Melting Point: n/ a deg C
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Boling Point: 210oC (410oF) at 0.01 mmHg
Vapor Pressure: 101.3 mmHg (1 atm) 9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
Solubility: soluble in water & alcohol, not in oils
pH Value: 8-9 Flash Point: unknown
Appearance & Odor: clear, viscous liquid with faint odor General: product is combustible liquid
Flammability Limits (percentage volume in air): lower explosion
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY limit 2.4; upper explosion limit 14.4
Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full fire-
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions
fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) including NIOSH-approved
I ncompatibility: may react with strong oxidizing agents and
self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in
strong alkalies
the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. Use dry
Hazardous Decomposition: carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide
chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, or water spray (fog) as
Hazardous Polymerisation: will not occur
extinguishing media.
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE
10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
Store in closed containers between 50oF and 120oF protected from LD50 Value: oral LD50 = > 10 000mg/ kg (rat). Acute inhalation
humidity. Keep away from oxidizing agents, excessive heat, and hazard: no mortalities after 7h exposure in highly enriched air
ignition sources. Store and use in well ventilated areas. Do not
store or use near heat, spark, or flamer; also store out of sun. Do
11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
not puncture, drag, or slide this container. Drum is not pressure
vessel; never use pressure to empty. Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
state & federal disposal regulations. Compliance with applicable
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
laws are the responsibility solely of the generator.
Isolate spill or leak area immediately. Keep unauthorized personnel
12. TRANSPORT I NFORMATI ON
away. Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Do not touch or walk
through spilled material. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, DOT Propper Shipping Name: refer to bill of lading or container
basements or confined areas. Surface may become slippery after label for DOT or other transportation hazard classification, if any.
spillage. Use vacuum or broom sweeping and remove to disposal
13. REGULATORY I NFORMATI ON
container. If damp, flush with water.
I nventory: this product is listed on the following inventories: USA
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON
(TSCA), Canada (DSL), Europe (EINECS, ELINCS, Polymer, NLP),
Respiratory Protection: If vapors or mists are generated, wear a Japan (ENCS), Australia (AICS), Korea (ECL), China (EICS),
NOISH approved organic vapor/mist respirator. Philippines (PICCS).
Protective Clothing: Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield There is no calculable reportable quantity (RQ) for this product.
recommended to protect eyes from mists or splashing. PVC coated
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gloves recommended to prevent skin contact.
Other Protective Measures: Employees must practice good
This information relates only to the specific material designated and
personal hygiene, washing exposed areas of skin several times daily
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
and laundering contaminated clothing before re-use.
other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be
the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation, war-
ranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as to its
General: exposure standard has not been established
accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no respon-
I nhalation: Not expected to be an inhalation hazard
sibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential,
Skin Contact: prolonged contact may result in slight irritation
arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to satisfy himself as
to the suitableness & completeness of such information for his own
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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