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Sucrose

Synonyms & Trade Names
Beet sugar, Cane sugar, Confectioner's sugar, Granulated sugar, Rock candy, Saccarose, Sugar, Table sugar
CAS No.
57-50-1
RTECS No.
WN6500000
DOT ID & Guide
Formula
C12H22O11
Conversion
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
OSHA PEL
: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
Measurement Methods

NIOSH 0500 , 0600
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Hard, white, odorless crystals, lumps, or powder. [Note: May have a characteristic, caramel odor when heated.]
MW:
342.3
BP:
Decomposes		 MLT: 320-367°F (Decomposes)
Sol:
200%
VP:
0 mmHg (approx)
IP:
NA
Sp.Gr:
1.59
Fl.P:
NA
UEL:
NA
LEL:
NA
MEC:
45 g/m3
Noncombustible Solid, but fine airborne dust may explode.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Oxidizers, sulfuric acid, nitric acid
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, upper respiratory system; cough
Target Organs
Eyes, respiratory system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately

Breathing: Fresh air
Respirator Recommendations

Not available.

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also: INTRODUCTION   See ICSC CARD: 1507
 

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