VITAMIN A PALMITATE (IN CORN OIL) 500GM by Letco Medical Safety Data Sheet Section 1: Identification Common Name/Trade Name VITAMIN A PALMITATE IN OIL Supplier Information Letco Medical, LLC 1316 Commerce Drive NW Decatur, AL 35601 1 (800) 239-5288 +1 (734) 843-4693 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: Chemtrec 1 (800) 424-9300 (24 hours) Product Synonym(s) Vitamin A palmitate all-trans-Retinol palmitate Relevant Use(s) of Product Manuf acture or Compounding of Substances Section 2: Hazards Identification Classification of Substance or Mixture Repr. 1A, Skin Sens. 1 Signal Word Danger Hazard Statement(s) H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H360 May damage f ertility or the unborn child Pictogram(s) Precautionary Statement(s) P201 Obtain special instructions bef ore use. P261 Avoid breathing dust/f ume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/f ace protection. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN Wash with soap and water. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention. P333+P313 If skin irritation or a rash occurs Get medical advice/attention. P363 Wash contaminated clothing bef ore reuse. Hazards Not Otherwise Classified No data available Ingredient(s) with Unknown Toxicity No data available Section 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients Chemical Name Retinyl Palmitate Common Name Vitamin A Palmitate CAS Number 79-81-2 Additional Ingredient Information 50-75% Impurities and/or Stabilizing Additives No data available Section 4: First Aid Measures General Advice No data available. If Inhaled Give oxygen or artif icial respiration if needed. Remove person to fresh air. If signs/symptoms continue, get medical attention. In Case of Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately f lush skin with plenty of water while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. If rash or irritation develops, consult a physician. In Case of Eye Contact If material gets into eyes, f lush with water immediately f or 15 minutes. Consult a physician. If Swallowed If ingested, consult a physician. Most Important Symptoms and Effects No data available. Page 1 of 4 Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures Suitable Extinguishing Media Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, Foam, Water Fog Special Hazards Arising From the Substance/Mixture Burning produces irritant f umes. Special PPE and/or Precautions for Firefighters Use a self-contained breathing apparatus with f ull f acepiece operated in pressuredemand or other positive pressure mode. Section 6: Accidental Release Measures Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures Only trained personnel wearing protective equipment should handle spill cleanup. Avoid personal contact. Methods and Materials Used for Containment Contain any spills immediately and dike area to prevent spreading. Package material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Cleanup Procedures Absorb residue with suitable chemical absorbent. Dispose of material in accordance with all f ederal, state and local regulations. Section 7: Handling and Storage Precautions for Safe Handling Avoid breathing vapor and contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Hazardous residue may remain in emptied container. Do not reuse empty containers without commercial cleaning or reconditioning. To reduce potential f or static discharge, bond and ground containers when transf erring material. Practice good caution and personal cleanliness to avoid skin and eye contact. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling this product. Wash hands af ter handling and bef ore eating. Conditions for Safe Storage Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Components with Workplace Control Parameters Not Established. Appropriate Engineering Controls Contaminated clothing should be changed and washed bef ore reuse. Eating, drinking and smoking in immediate work area should be prohibited. Wash hands and f ace bef ore breaks and immediately af ter handling the product. PPE - Eye/Face Protection Use goggles or saf ety glasses. PPE - Skin Protection Chemical-resistant gloves and saf ety glasses and synthetic apron or coveralls should be used to prevent contact with eyes, skin or clothing. PPE - Body Protection Use good hygeine practices. Wash f ace and hands bef ore eating, drinking, and smoking. Eye wash and saf ety showers should be readily available. PPE - Respiratory Protection Atmospheric levels should be maintained below exposure limits using ventilation. Use NIOSH approved respirator where ventilation is insuf f icient. Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Appearance Yellow Liquid Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive Limits No data available Odor Not Measured Vapor Pressure Not Measured Odor Threshold Not Measured Vapor Density Not Measured pH Not Measured Relative Density Not Measured Melting Point/Freezing Point Not Measured Solubility Soluble in Water: Not Soluble Initial Boiling Point and Boiling Range No data available Flash Point 93 °C/200+ °F Evaporation Rate Not Measured Flammability (Solid, Gas) No data available Partition Coefficient Not Measured Auto-Ignition Temperature Not Measured Decomposition Temperature Not Measured Viscosity Not Measured Page 2 of 4 Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Reactivity No data available Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions. Possibility of Hazardous Reactions No data available Conditions to Avoid None known Incompatible Materials None known Hazardous Decomposition Products No hazardous decomposition products are known. Section 11: Toxicological Information Acute Toxicity - LD50 Oral 79-81-2 Retinyl Palmitate > 2,000 mg/kg Acute Toxicity - Inhalation 79-81-2 Retinyl Palmitate N.I. (No Inf ormation) Acute Toxicity - Dermal 79-81-2 Retinyl Palmitate N.I. (No Inf ormation) Acute Toxicity - Eye Mist and vapors may cause eye irritation. Direct eye contact may cause irritation. Skin Corrosion/Irritation Direct skin contact may cause irritation. Serious Eye Damage/Irritation Mist and vapors may cause eye irritation. Direct eye contact may cause irritation. Respiratory or Skin Sensitazation Inhalation may cause irritation to the respiratory tract (nose, mouth, mucous membranes). Germ Cell Mutagenicity No data available. Carcinogenicity IARC No Inf ormation Carcinogenicity ACGIH No Inf ormation Carcinogenicity NTP No Inf ormation Carcinogenicity OSHA No Inf ormation Reproductive Toxicity No data available. Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure No data available Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure No data available Aspiration Hazard No data available Section 12: Ecological Information Toxicity This product has no known eco-toxicological ef f ects. Persistence and Degradability No data available. Bio-accumulative Potential No data available Mobility in Soil No data available Other Adverse Effects No data available. Section 13: Disposal Considerations Waste Treatment Methods Product Dispose of material in accordance with applicable f ederal, state and local regulations. Waste Treatment Methods Packaging Absorb residue with suitable chemical absorbent. Dispose of material in accordance with all f ederal, state and local regulations. Only trained personnel wearing protective equipment should handle spill cleanup. Avoid personal contact. Special Precautions Landfill or Incinerations No data available Other Information No data available Section 14: Transport Information UN Number Not dangerous goods. UN Proper Shipping Name N/A Transport Hazard Class(es) N/A Packaging Group N/A Environmental Hazards N/A Page 3 of 4 Section 15: Regulatory Information CERCLA - SARA Hazard Category This product has been reviewed according to the EPA �??Hazard Categories�?? promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superf und Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III) and is considered, under applicable def initions, to meet the f ollowing categories: None Known SARA SECTION 313: This product contains the f ollowing substances subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superf und Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR part 372: No Sara 313 components exist in this product. TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT: This product contains the f ollowing chemical substances subject to the reporting requirements of TSCA 12(B) if exported from the United States: No TSCA components exist in this product. U.S. State Regulations: NEW JERSEY RIGHT-TO-KNOW: The f ollowing hazardous materials are among the components in this product. Chemical Name CAS-No. Retinyl Palmitate 79-81-2 PENNSYLVANIA RIGHTTO-KNOW The f ollowing hazardous ingredients are present in the product at greater than 3%. Chemical Name CAS-No. Retinyl Palmitate 79-81-2 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 CARCINOGENS Warning: The f ollowing ingredients present in the product are known to the state of Calif ornia to cause Cancer: No Proposition 65 Carcinogens exist in this product. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 REPRODUCTIVE TOXINS Warning: The f ollowing ingredients present in the product are known to the state of Calif ornia to cause birth def ects, or other reproductive hazards. Chemical Name CAS-No. Retinyl Palmitate 79-81-2 International Regulations: As f ollows - CANADIAN WHMIS: This MSDS has been prepared in compliance with Controlled Product Regulations except f or the use of the 16 headings. WHMIS Class No Inf ormation Section 16: Other Information Additional Information N/A Prepared By Lisa Russell Revision Date 01/09/2019 12:22 Disclaimer Letco Medical, LLC believes that the above information is correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. If the product is used as a component in another product, this information may not be applicable. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE CONCERNING THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE. Letco Medical shall not be held liable for any loss or damage resulting from handling, storage, use or from contact with the above product. Page 4 of 4
