Product Identification

Product Name

6-Deoxy-L(+)-mannose

Synonyms

L-Mannose, 6-deoxy-, monohydrate
L-Rhamnose monohydrate

CAS

10030-85-0

Formula

C6H13O6

Molecular Weight

182.17

EINECS

222-793-4

Merck

12,8338

Beilstein/Gmelin

5988592

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White crystalline powder. One of the rarer sugars.

Solubility in water

Freely soluble

Melting Point

85 - 95

Density

1.47 g/cm3 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid if irritation or symptoms occur.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Handling

Use with adequate ventilation.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.

Skin

Low hazard for usual industrial handling.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

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.

Poison Class

F (Not subject to toxicity classification)

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: For small fires, use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code

2940 00 10