| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Arabic gum | 【Synonyms】
Acacia dealbata gum
Acacia gum
Acacia senegal
Acacia syrup
Arabic gum
Australian gum | 【CAS】
9000-01-5 | 【EINECS】
232-519-5 | 【RTECS】
CE5945000 | 【RTECS Class】
Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Natural Product; Primary Irritant | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
NA |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
White powder. | 【Solubility in water】
Readily soluble | 【Density】
1.35 g/cm3 | 【Usage】
Demulcent in cough mixtures and emulsions, in prepn of lozenges, binding medium for flammable materials of matches, in manufacture of water colors, has been employed in color printing as anti-offset agent. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
Dust is irritating to the respiratory tract. May cause allergic respiratory reaction. May cause asthmatic attacks due to allergic sensitization of the respiratory tract. | 【Skin】
Causes skin irritation. May cause hives. May cause dermatitis. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Ingestion may cause allergic | 【Hazards】
Dusts at sufficient concentrations can form explosive mixtures with air. |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | 【Exposure Effects】
Chronic inhalation may cause effects similar to those of acute inhalation. | 【Poison Class】
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| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Fire Fighting】
Fires involving this material can be controlled using a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. | 【Fire Potential】
This material is probably combustible. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Incompatibilities】
Acacia precipitates or gels when added to ferric salts, borax, basic lead acetate, alcohol, sodium silicate, gelatin or ammoniated tincture of guaiac. | 【Stability】
Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | 【Combustion Products】
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. |
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| Company Name: |
J & K SCIENTIFIC LTD. |
| Tel: |
010-82848833 400-666-7788 |
| Fax: |
86-10-82849933 |
| WebSite: |
http://www.jkchemical.com |
| Company Name: |
Alfa Aesar |
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400-6106006 |
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021-67582001/03/05 |
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http://chemicals.thermofisher.cn |
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