Product Name: Erythritol
Company: Shandong Kunda Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
Recommended Use: Food additive, sweetener, bulking agent
Molecular Formula: C4H10O4
Molecular Weight: 122.12 g/mol
Synonyms: 1,2,3,4-Butanetetrol, meso-Erythritol
Contact Information: No. 117, Jiefang Road, Dezhou, Shandong, China
Emergency Contact: +86-534-2727088
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS
Physical Hazards: Dust from large quantities may cause a dust explosion
Health Hazards: Inhalation of powder can irritate nose and throat; ingestion in large amounts may cause gastric upset
Environmental Hazards: Not expected to pose environmental risks in small quantities
Label Elements: No symbol required
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhaling dust, maintain good ventilation, keep away from ignition sources
Chemical Identity: Erythritol
CAS Number: 149-32-6
EC Number: 205-737-3
Purity: ≥99%
Other Ingredients: No hazardous impurities present
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, rinse mouth with water if dust was inhaled, seek medical attention for persistent irritation
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, medical care not normally required
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, medical care if redness persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, do not induce vomiting unless instructed by medical personnel, seek help for discomfort
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus
Explosion Risk: Fine powder can form explosive mixture with air; take preventive measures against dust buildup
Personal Protection: Use dust mask, safety goggles, gloves
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large spills from entering drains or watercourses
Methods for Containment: Sweep or vacuum up spilled material, avoid generating dust
Cleanup Procedures: Place in properly labelled containers for recovery or disposal, ventilate area after cleanup
Handling: Avoid dust generation, use with adequate ventilation, keep away from ignition sources
Technical Precautions: Ground/bond containers to prevent static buildup
Safe Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from strong oxidizers
Storage Temperature: Ideally below 30°C
Packaging: Keep in tightly closed containers or original packaging to avoid moisture absorption
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands before eating and after handling
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limits for erythritol
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, especially where dust is generated
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Respiratory: Dust mask or respirator if airborne concentrations are high
- Skin: Gloves for prolonged contact
- Eyes: Safety goggles in case of dust
Environmental Controls: Prevent dust release to workplace and environment
Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules
Odor: Odorless
Melting Point: 119-123°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Freely soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol
Density: 1.45 g/cm³ at 20°C
pH: 5.0–7.0 (10% solution)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Partition Coefficient: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not applicable (non-flammable solid in bulk)
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flames, static discharge
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizers, strong acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides can form during combustion
Hazardous Reactions: No known dangerous reactions
Acute Toxicity: Low; oral LD50 (rat) >10,000 mg/kg
Chronic Toxicity: No evidence of carcinogenicity or reproductive hazard
Irritation: Not known to cause skin or eye irritation in normal use
Sensitization: Rare; not considered a skin sensitizer
Health Effects: Large quantities may cause mild digestive upset (bloating or gas)
Other Effects: No mutagenic or teratogenic effects detected in studies
Ecotoxicity: No data indicating harm to aquatic or terrestrial life under standard use
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable, breaks down in the environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Negligible, does not accumulate in living organisms
Mobility in Soil: Expected to have high mobility due to solubility in water
Additional Remarks: Not classified as environmentally hazardous
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Product Disposal: Small amounts may go with general waste, larger quantities should be sent to approved waste handler
Packaging Disposal: Clean, empty packaging may be recycled or discarded according to official requirements
Precautions: Avoid disposal in watercourses or uncontrolled landfills
UN Number: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Packing Group: None
Proper Shipping Name: Erythritol
Special Precautions: Protect from moisture, prevent packaging damage in transit
Regulatory Status: Not subject to ADR, IMDG, IATA regulations
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous
Inventories: Listed in food additive inventories in multiple countries
Label Requirements: None required by EU, US, or China for non-hazardous food additive
Other Regulations: Permitted food additive (Codex Alimentarius E968), meets purity standards of JECFA, FDA GRAS status
Worker Protection Laws: Standard occupational hygiene recommended at handling sites
Community Protection: No specific community restrictions, recommended to follow best practice in industrial operations
