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Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1 - Product and Company Identification
Chemical Name
Chemical Formula
Product Name
Company Identification

Citric acid monohydrate
C6H8O7・H2O
Citric acid monohydrate
Showa Kako Corporation
18-23 Yoshino-cho, Suita City
Osaka pref., 564-0054 JAPAN
Telephone Number+81-6-6384-1501
24-hour Emergency Telephone Number+81-6-6384-1501
Fax Number+81-6-6384-2287

Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Inhalation
SkinEyes
Ingestion

Dust from the product, if present, may cause respiratory information
following an excessive inhalation exposure.
Immediately flush skin with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
Consult with ophthalmologist.
Not expected to present a significant ingestion hazards under anticipatedcondition of normal use.

GHS Classification
Physical Hazards
Explosives
Not classified
Flammable gases
Not classified
Flammable aerosols
Not classified
Oxidizing gases
Not classified
Gases under pressure
Not classified
Flammable liquids
Not applicable
Flammable solids
Not classified
Self-reactive substances and mixturesNot classified
Pyrophoric liquids
Not classified
Pyrophoric solids
Not applicableSelf-heating substances and mixtures
Not classified
Substances and mixtures, which in
Not applicablecontact with water, emit flammable gases
Oxidizing liquids
Not classified
Oxidizing solids
Classification not possible
Organic peroxides
Not classified
Corrosive to metals
Classification not possible
Health Hazards
Acute toxicity (oral)
Acute toxicity (dermal)
Acute toxicity (inhalation: gas)
Acute toxicity (inhalation: vapour)
Acute toxicity (inhalation: dust, mist)
Skin corrosion / irritation
Serious eye damage / eye irritation
Respiratory/skin sensitizer
Germ cell mutagenicity

Category 5
Not classified
Not classified
Not classified
Classification not possible
Category 3
Category 2AClassification not possible
Classification not possible

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Carcinogenicity
Toxic to reproduction
Specific target organs/systemic toxicity
following single exposure

Classification not possible
Classification not possible
Classification not possible

Specific target organs/systemic toxicity
following repeated exposure
Aspiration hazard

Classification not possible

Environmental Hazards
Hazardous to the aquatic environment(acute)Hazardous to the aquatic environment(chronic)

Classification not possible
Not applicableNot applicable

GHS Symbol

GHS07

Signal wordWarning

Hazard statements
H303 May be harmful if swallowed
H316 Causes mild skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary Statements
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P264 Wash hand and face, etc. thoroughly after handling.
Response Statements
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses,
if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Storage Statements

None

Disposal Statements

None

Section 3 - Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical Name
Citric acid monohydrateCAS #5949-29-1

UN #Not applicable

Percent
99.0% min.
(as anhydrous)

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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes
Skin
Ingestion
Inhalation

Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Consult with ophthalmologist.
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminatedclothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Consult with a physician if
symptoms occur.
Immediately wash mouth with plenty of water and give 1 - 2 cupfuls of milk orwater if victim is conscious and alert. Consult with a physician.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing isdifficult, give oxygen. Consult with a physician.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point
No data foundAutoignition
NoneExplosion LimitsLower No data foundUpper No data found
Extinguishing Media
Water, powder, carbon dioxide or foam
Fire Fighting Instructions
Avoid non-fire fighting equipped personnel to enter.
Extinguish upwind from the fire wearing appropriate
protective gear.

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Spills/Leaks

Evacuate spill area. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear self-contained
breathing apparatus, rubber boots and heavy rubber gloves. Sweep up, place
in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Do not contact with skin.
Do not inhale. Wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling

Wear appropriate protective gear. Do not contact with eyes, skin and on clothing.
Do not inhale. Handle with care. Wash mouth and hand after handling thematerial.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Avoid such conditions as direct sunlight and high piling.
Store in low-humid and dry area.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls

Facilities storing or utilizing the material should be equipped with aneye wash facilities and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation tokeep airbone concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
Not data found
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes
Safety goggles
Skin
Rubber gloves
Clothing
Protective clothing and rubber boots
Respirators
Anti-dust mask

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State
Appearance

Crystal, granular, lump or powder
Colorless, transparent or white

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Odor
Boiling point
Melting point
Density
ViscositypHFlash Point
Autoignition
Explosibility
Vapor Pressure
Vapor Density
Solubility

None
No data found
No data found1.542 at 25℃
No data found
No data found
No data found
None
None
No data found
No data foundSoluble in water 207ｇ/100 ml at 25℃
Easily soluble in ethanol, acetone, hardly in ether
Molecular Weight 210.14

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Stability

Wether in dried air,alkali solution in general.
Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight, high temperature, high humidity and high piling
Incompatibilites with Other MaterialMetals, strong oxidizing agents, strong
reducing agents, strong bases, metal nitrates
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic
fumes and gases, carbon dioxide
Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur

Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS #LD50/LC50
Carcinogenicity
Mutagenicity
Reproductive Effects
Teratogencity
Immunology
Irritation

No data found(as anhydrous) oral-rat LD50: 3000 ㎎/㎏
oral-mouse LD50: 5040 ㎎/㎏
No data found
No data found
No data found
No data found
No data found(as anhydrous) skin-rabbit: 500 ㎎ 24 hr mildeye-rabbit: 750 μｇ 24 hr sev.

Section 12 - Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
Environmental Standard

No data found
No data foundSection 13 - Disposal Consideration
Disposal Method Federal (national), state or local laws and regulations will determine the proper
waste disposal method.
Regulations
Federal (national), state or local laws and regulations

Section 14 - Transport Information
Shipping Name
Hazard Class

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UN #Packing GroupNot applicableNot applicable

Section 15 - Regulatory Information
United States
ECCanadaJapanTSCA
EINECS
R Pharases
S Pharases
WHMISPRTR Law

Not on the list
201-069-1
No data found
No data foundClassification E
Not on the list

Section 16 - Other Information
MSDS Creation Date
Revised Date
Revised No.
MSDS No.

January 31, 2001
March 01, 2011
Revised 2ndG1507

This information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make nowarranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability
resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particularpurposes. In no event shall Showa Kako be liable for any claims, losses, or damage of any third party or for lost profits or any special,incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if Showa Kako has been advised of the possibility ofsuch damages.