Product Name: Inositol
Company: Shandong Kunda Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
Address: No.178 Lushan Road, High-tech Zone, Zibo, Shandong, China
Phone Number: +86-533-3597777
Email: info@kundabio.com
Recommended Use: Food additive, pharmaceutical ingredient, feed additive, cosmetic ingredient
Synonyms: Cyclohexanehexol, Myo-Inositol
CAS Number: 87-89-8
Emergency Contact: Local emergency medical services or Hazmat unit
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to current regulations
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: No hazards according to UN GHS criteria
Precautionary Statements: Prevent contact with eyes, limit inhalation of dust, avoid ingestion above recommended levels
Physical Hazards: May cause dust explosion in finely divided state
Health Hazards: May cause mild eye or respiratory tract irritation
Environmental Hazards: No significant hazards known
Substance: Inositol (Myo-Inositol)
Chemical Formula: C6H12O6
Content: > 98% purity
Impurities: Monitored to not exceed 2%, details on request
Additives: None reported
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, monitor for respiratory distress, seek medical help if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash exposed skin thoroughly with water and mild soap
Eye Contact: Flush eyes gently with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, seek physician attention for irritation
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water if conscious, consult physician if large amounts have been swallowed
Most Important Symptoms: Dust may irritate respiratory tract, minor eye reddening possible
Notes for Doctor: Treat symptomatically, no specific antidote known
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam
Unsuitable Media: Avoid direct water jet on burning powder mass
Special Hazards: Fine dusts can form explosive mixtures with air
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus recommended
Specific Methods: Cool containers with water spray, avoid dust agitation
Personal Precautions: Minimize dust generation, use respiratory protection, avoid breathing dust
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate area if large spill, ventilate
Environmental Precautions: Prevent contamination of drains and water systems
Methods for Clean-Up: Sweep up and transfer to suitable closed container, clean area with water to remove residues
Disposal: Dispose as non-hazardous waste unless contaminated
Handling: Prevent dust formation, handle in well-ventilated space, wash hands after handling
Storage: Store in tightly sealed containers away from moisture, strong oxidizers, and heat sources, recommended temperature below 30°C (86°F)
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents
Specific Requirements: Keep away from food and beverages, keep container dry and protected from sunlight
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or general room ventilation to reduce airborne dust
Personal Protective Equipment:
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
pH: 4.5 - 6.5 (10% aqueous solution)
Melting Point: 224°C (435°F)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes on heating)
Solubility: Soluble in water (120 g/L at 25°C)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Specific Gravity: 1.75
Flash Point: Not flammable
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not self-igniting
Explosion Properties: Dust may form explosible mixtures with air under certain conditions
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): -2.11
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard temperature and pressure
Reactivity: Low, not reactive under normal handling
Hazardous Reactions: Will not polymerize, can react with strong oxidizers
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, direct sunlight, high humidity, open flames
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide may form at high temperatures
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): > 20,000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified as irritant
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Possible mild, reversible irritation in high concentrations
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified as sensitizer
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity: No mutagenic effects observed in standard tests
Reproductive Toxicity: No adverse effects at exposure levels expected for occupational use
Chronic Effects: No known effects on normal organ function at expected exposure levels
Aquatic Toxicity: No significant toxicity to aquatic organisms in standard tests
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate, readily biodegradable
Mobility in Soil: Moderate, soluble in water
Persistence and Degradability: Easily biodegradable in the environment
Other Adverse Effects: None known from available data
Waste Treatment: Can be disposed of as non-hazardous organic waste according to local regulations
Packaging Disposal: Rinsed containers may be recycled or disposed with solid waste
Precautions: Avoid disposal into soil, surface water, groundwater
Regulatory Requirements: Follow local and national environmental regulations for disposal
UN Number: Not regulated as a dangerous good
Proper Shipping Name: Inositol
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environment Hazards: None known
Special Precautions for User: Transport in original packaging, keep dry, protect from rain and moisture
Inventory Status: Listed on major inventories (EINECS, TSCA, DSL, AICS, etc.)
Labelling Requirements: No mandatory hazard symbol or risk phrases
Occupational Safety Legislation: No occupational exposure standards established in most jurisdictions
Food and Pharmaceutical Regulations: Approved for use as food additive in many regions, compliance as per local authority required
Other Applicable Regulations: Complies with REACH registration for typical substance import/export volumes; food grade and pharmaceutical grade material subject to stricter controls as per local and international guidelines
