MATERIAL
SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Product
Name:
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Vitamin
E |
Synonyms: |
Mixed tocopherol, Natural Vitamin E |
INCI Name: |
Tocopherol |
CAS
#:
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mixture |
Country of
Origin: |
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2.
Classification: |
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EMERGENCY
TELEPHONE NUMBER: (703) 339-5388
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3.
Hazardous Ingredients Information: |
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None. |
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4. Physical
& Chemical Properties: |
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Appearance:
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Golden yellow to reddish viscous liquid. |
Odor:
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Characteristic odor. |
Solubility: |
Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. |
Specific
Gravity:
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0.900 – 0.966 @ |
Soya bean
Oil Content: |
50 % |
Total Mixed
Tocopherols: |
50 % |
Acid Value:
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< 1.0 ml |
Heavy
Metals: |
< 10 ppb |
Total Plate
Count: |
<1000 cfu/g. |
Constituents: |
D-alpha-tocopherol,
beta-tocopherol, gamma-tocopherol,
delta-tocopherol, soya bean oil |
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard: |
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Flash Point: not available |
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6.
Reactivity/Stability Data: |
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Reactivity: Stable. Always avoid contact with strong
oxidizing agents, alkali and acids. Does not react with water. |
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Decomposition:
When heated to decomposition may give off acrid and carbon monoxide
smoke. |
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7.
Toxicological Properties/Information: |
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Acute oral,
LD50 (mouse) >4000
mg/kg
Acute dermal, , LD50 (rat) >3000 mg/kg |
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8. CAUTION:
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Eco-toxicity
in water, LC50 (trout) = 100 mg/L for 96
hrs, LC50 (algae) = 28 mg/L
for 72 hrs. |
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9. Preventive Data: |
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Spillage: Absorb
spills, cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material,
and remove to an approved disposal container. |
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Fire: Recommended extinguishing media – CO2,
foam and dry chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning material. |
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Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground
water. |
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Storage: Store in
cool, dry, well ventilated area protected in tightly closed container away
from sources of ignition, heat and light or direct sunlight. Keep air contact
to minimum. |
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10. First Aid Measures: |
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Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes.
Call physician if irritation persists. |
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Inhalation: Remove to
fresh air. Avoid casual breathing. |
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Ingestion: Rinse
mouth, drink 2-4 cups of water and do not induce vomiting. Consult a
physician immediately. Never-give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious,
is rapidly-losing consciousness, or is convulsing. |
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Skin
contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of water. |
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11. Individual Protection for Industrial Use: |
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Always use
a safety goggles. Handle in a well ventilated area. Always
avoid skin contact with concentrated product by wearing chemical resistant or
surgical gloves. |
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12. Other Regulatory Information: |
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WHMIS ( HMIS ( Risk
Phrases: R36/38 – irritating to skin and eyes.
R52/53 – Harmful to aquatic organisms; may cause long-term adverse effects to
aquatic environment. S24/25 –
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
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13. Preparation Information: |
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Quality
Assurance WFMED 8245 Backlick Road Unit D and V Phone: (703) 339-5388 Fax: (703) 339-1999 Date Revised: June 10, 2012. |
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Disclaimer The information contained in this Certificate of Analysis and Material
Safety Data Sheet are obtained from current and reliable
sources. As the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside
the control of WFMED, no representation or warranty, expressed or implied is
made as to the effect(s) of such use(s) (including damage or injury), or the
results obtained. WFMED expressly disclaims responsibility
as to the ordinary or otherwise use(s). Furthermore, WFMED as to the
fitness for any use should consider nothing container herein as a
recommendation. The liability of WFMED is limited to the value of the
goods and does not include any consequential loss. |