Naturally occurring substances Property

bulk density

500kg/m3

storage temp. 

15-25°C

form 

solid

Odor

Slight

PH

6-8 (20°C, 20g/L in H2O)

biological source

bovine milk

Water Solubility 

700g/L

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements

P260Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P264Wash skin thouroughly after handling.

P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P314Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

P501Dispose of contents/container to..…

Naturally occurring substances Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Uses

Skim milk powder is usually used as an ingredient in many microbial culture media for the growth and identification of bacteria, yeasts, and molds from various pharmaceutical, environmental, food and beverage samples. Furthermore, it is described in the EN ISO 6887-4:2017 to be used as pre-enrichment broth for the detection of Salmonella spp. and STEC when testing cocoa and cocoa containing products (use 100 g/l; sterilize after reconstitution). As an ingredient in culture media Skim milk powder is usually employed in concentrations of 0.1 to 1.0%.