Material Safety Data Sheet

Colonial Monolaurin
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Colonial Chemical, Inc. Emergency Telephone #
225 Colonial Drive 423/837-8800
S.Pittsburg, TN 37380 Chemtrec 800/424-9300
SECTION I – PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Name: Colonial Monolaurin
Description: Colonial Monolaurin is a distilled monoglyceride made
from distilled, fractionated fatty acids or trilaurine.
C.A.S. No.: 97593-29-8 (142-18-7)
Hazard Rating: Health – 1 Flammability – 1 Reactivity – 0
Direct Phone: 423/837-8800

THE CHEMTREC NUMBER IS TO BE CALLED ONLY IN THE EVENT OF CHEMICAL

EMERGENCIES INVOLVING A SPILL, LEAK, FIRE, EXPOSURE OR ACCIDENT
INVOLVING CHEMICALS.

SECTION II – COMPOSITONAL / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Product CAS Number EINECS Number

Monoglycerides of fatty acids 97593-29-8 307-332-8

SECTION III – HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Ingredients CAS # Weight % Exposure Limits
NONE

SECTION IV – PHYSICAL DATA

Appearance: A waxy bead of powder with neutral color
Solubility: Insoluble in water (50-75 ppm)
Appreciable in ethanol and in fat solvents
Boiling Point: > 250° C
Density: NA
Vapor Pressure: NA
Specific Gravity (H20=1): Approximately 1.0 @ 20°C
SECTION V – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: > 100° C
Flammable Limit: Not applicable
Extinguishing Media: Extinguishing with dry powder, carbon dioxide,
foam or water fog. Do not use water jet.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Treat as burning fat.
Unusual Fire and Explosive Conditions: None
Hazardous Combustion Products: None
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SECTION VI – REACTIVITY DATA

Stability: Stable under normal conditions
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions To Avoid: None
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): None
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None

SECTION VII – HEALTH HAZARD DATA

ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
Eye Contact: Some itching, redness and minor pain may occur at
worst. Considered to be harmless.
Skin Contact: Harmless
Inhalation: The product is not volatile
Ingestion: Harmless, the product is an approved food additive.

FIRST AID:
Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of water
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water if necessary
Inhalation: Fresh air if discomfort is felt
Ingestion: No treatment is necessary under normal circumstances.
If symptoms occur, seek medical advice.

Health Data: Harmless

System Effects: None, the product is metabolized as foods.
SECTION VIII – SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection: Not needed
Ventilation: Not needed
Eye Protection: Not needed
Protective Gloves: Not needed
SECTION IX – SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Handling: Excessive dusting should be avoided. The working area
should be kept free of accumulated dust and ignition
source. When handling fine powdered product there is a
risk of dust explosion.
Storage: Storage in a cool and dry place is recommended for
preserving the product at maximum quality. Store in
original container. Avoid excessive heat and light.
Accidental Release Measures: Personal Precautions – contaminated floors may be
slippery
Environmental Precautions – Not applicable
Methods For Cleaning Up – Clean up spillage with a
towel. Wash soiled area with soap and water or
detergent. Small quantities are disposed of as domestic
refuse. Greater quantities are disposed of in accordance
with local regulations.
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SECTION X – REGULATORY INFORMATION

None. Product is not classified as dangerous according to EU-directive 91/155 and considered
GRAS by the USA FDA.

SECTION XI – WASTE DISPOSAL

Waste Disposal Method: In accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION XII – TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
DOT: Not regulated. Product is not considered dangerous according to ADR, RID, IMCO and
IATA.

SECTION XIII – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

In rare cases allergic reactions may develop on prolonged or repeated contact with the product.
Eye and skin contact may cause mild transient irritation.
No toxic effects are known under normal conditions form inhalation of dust or vapors from this
product.

SECTION XIV – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

The product is believed not to be dangerous to the environment with respect to mobility,
persistency and degradability, bioaccumulative potential, aquatic toxicity or other data relating to
ecotoxicity.

SECTION XV – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions: Contaminated Floors may be slippery

Environmental precautions: Not Applicable

Methods for cleaning up: Clean up spillage with a towel. Wash the soiled area with soap and
water or detergent.

SECTION XVI – OTHER INFORMATION

This data sheet complies with EU Directive 91/155 as amended. A product description is
available on request.

HEALTH 1
FLAMMABILITY 1
REACTIVITY 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION B

The above data is for information purposes only and is accurate to the best of Colonial Chemical,
Inc.’s knowledge. No guarantees or liabilities are expressed or implied.

REVISED 1-13-2010 / BARRY DELAUGHTER