Product Name: Xylose
Supplier: Shandong Kunda Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
CAS Number: 58-86-6
Synonyms: D-Xylose, Wood Sugar
Intended Use: Food additive, pharmaceutical intermediate, laboratory reagent
Contact Details: Shandong Kunda Biotechnology, No.3988, Jinque Road, Qufu City, Shandong Province, China
Emergency Number: +86-XXX-XXXXXXX
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous
Health Hazards: Inhalation and ingestion may cause mild irritation. Dust may irritate eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.
Environmental Hazards: No specific hazards identified under normal use and disposal.
Label Elements: Not required for this product under GHS criteria.
Signal Word: Not required
Hazard Statements: Dust may form explosive mixtures in air.
Precautionary Statements: Prevent dust accumulation, wear suitable protective equipment when handling bulk powder, avoid breathing dust.
Chemical Name: Xylose
Concentration: >99%
Molecular Formula: C5H10O5
Molecular Weight: 150.13 g/mol
Impurities: Water (<1%), trace residuals from plant extraction process
Additives: None
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin thoroughly with water and soap.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with clean water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting. Provide water to drink. Seek medical help if large quantity swallowed.
Most important symptoms/effects: Mild irritation, coughing, redness of eyes or skin.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water jets may spread powder.
Fire Hazards: Dust clouds may form explosive mixtures with air.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide produced by thermal decomposition.
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear.
Special Procedures: Cool exposed containers with water spray. Isolate area and prevent dust formation.
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Avoid dust. Use appropriate respiratory and skin protection.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent release to sewers, soil, or waterways.
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up and place material in proper container for disposal. Avoid creating airborne dust. Ventilate area.
Disposal: Handle as non-hazardous waste unless contaminated.
Handling: Minimize dust generation. Use local exhaust where dust is expected. Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged skin contact. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage: Store in tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep away from sources of ignition, heat, and strong oxidizers. Protect from moisture and incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, acids.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limit established for xylose. Nuisance dust limit: 10 mg/m³ (total dust), 5 mg/m³ (respirable fraction).
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended limits.
Personal Protection: Use safety glasses or goggles, dust mask, nitrile gloves while handling.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, do not eat, drink, or smoke while using.
Environmental Exposure Controls: Prevent dust from entering drains or waterways.
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
pH (solution): 4.0–6.0 (10% solution)
Melting Point: 149–152°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Flash Point: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Solubility: 1 g dissolves in 0.7 mL water at 25°C
Density: 1.52 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): -2.22
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not determined
Explosive Properties: Dust may form explosive mixtures with air.
Oxidizing Properties: None
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage.
Reactivity: Not reactive under typical handling, but reacts with strong oxidizers and acids.
Conditions to Avoid: Dust formation, excessive heat, open flames, sparks.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May release carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide on combustion or thermal decomposition.
Hazardous Reactions: No known hazardous polymerization.
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): >8000 mg/kg
Inhalation: May cause slight irritation to respiratory system from dust.
Skin Contact: Prolonged exposure may cause mild irritation.
Eye Contact: May cause slight irritation or redness.
Sensitization: Not classified as a sensitizer.
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA.
Mutagenicity: No evidence found in available studies.
Chronic Effects: No chronic health effects have been reported.
Other Effects: No reproductive or developmental toxicity known.
Ecotoxicity: Xylose has low acute toxicity to aquatic organisms.
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate (log Kow < 3).
Mobility in Soil: Mobile in the environment, highly water-soluble.
Other Adverse Effects: No data indicating significant environmental hazard.
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations.
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse container before recycling or disposal. Follow all local waste management requirements.
Waste Code: Non-hazardous industrial waste.
Methods of Disposal: Landfill or incineration in approved facility, depending on local regulations.
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated for transport.
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: Not applicable
Marine Pollutant: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Prevent container damage to avoid dust release.
DOT, IMDG, IATA: Not classified as hazardous for any mode of transport.
Inventory Listing: Listed on China IECSC, US TSCA, EU EINECS, Japan ENCS, Australia AICS.
Labelling: Not hazardous under GHS, not subject to OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
Food Additive Status: Permitted in food use in China, EU, USA (subject to respective food regulation requirements).
SARA 313: Not listed
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Workplace Safety: Comply with standard industrial hygiene practices.
Other Regulations: Handle in compliance with all local regulations governing workplace chemicals.
