Product Identification

Product Name

Guar gum

Synonyms

1212A
A-20d
Burtonite v 7e
Burtonite v-7-e
Cyamopsis gum
Dealca tp1

CAS

9000-30-0

EINECS

232-536-8

RTECS

MG0185000

RTECS Class

Tumorigen; Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

NA

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Off-white to yellowish-white powder. Five to eight times the thickening power of starch.

Solubility in water

completely soluble

Usage

As protective colloid, stabilizer, thickening and film forming agent for cheese, salad dressing, ice cream, soups, in paper sizing, as binding and disintegrating agent in tablet formulations, in pharmaceutical jelly formulations, in suspensions, emulsions, lotions, creams, toothpastes, in mining industry as flocculant, as filtering agent, in water treatment as a coagulant.

First Aid Measures

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 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 tightly closed container. 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. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract.

Inhalation

Inhalation of dust may cause respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects was found.

Eyes

Dust may cause mechanical 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.

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: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Flammable and/or toxic gases are generated by combination with with alkali metals, nitrides, and strong reducing agents Reacts with oxoacids and carboxylic acids to form esters plus water.

Stability

Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions.

Decomposition

Acrid smoke and fumes.