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GELATIN

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
GELATIN
Chemical Name
Gelatin
Synonyms
Collagen hydrolysate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Gelatin is used as raw material in food, pharmaceutical, photographic, feed, petfood and technical applications.

Uses advised against

Bovine gelatin may not be used in feed for ruminants as specified in Regulation (EC) 999/2001 as amended.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

T

Tessenderlo Group N.V. Division PB Leiner

manufacturer

Marius Duchéstraat 260, B-1800 VILVOORDE, BELGIUM

+32 2 255 62 60

P

PB Gelatins UK Ltd

manufacturer

Unit A6, Severn Road, Treforest Industrial Estate, Pontypridd, CF37 5SQ, United Kingdom

P

PB Gelatins GmbH

manufacturer

Große Drakenburgerstrasse 43, 31582 Nienburg, Germany

P

PB Leiner USA

manufacturer

7001 Brady street, Davenport, IA, 52806, United States of America

P

PB Leiner ARGENTINA S.A.

manufacturer

Ruta 11 km, 455, Parque Industrial Sauce Viejo, S3017 WAC Sauce Viejor – Santa Fe, Argentina

P

PB Leiner Brazil Indústria e Comércio de Gelatinas LTDA

manufacturer

Estrada Vicinal Acorizal-Aldeia, km 03, Acorizal, MT, 78480-000, Brazil

P

PB Gelatins (Heilongjiang) Co., Ltd.

manufacturer

Xinyi Industry Park, Kongguo Town, Nehe City, 161311 Heilongjiang Province, P. R. China

+86 452 380 1188

Emergency Contacts

Tessenderlo Group N.V., division PB Leiner Belgium

+32 2 255 62 11

24h/7

PB Gelatins UK Ltd

+44 1443 849 300

PB Gelatins GmbH

+49 5021 60 10 0

PB Leiner USA

+1 563-386-8040

Monday to Friday 8.00 to 16.00 Central Time

PB Leiner ARGENTINA SA

+54 342 4995622

PB Leiner ARGENTINA SA

+54 342 4501128

PB Leiner Brazil Indústria e Comércio de Gelatinas LTDA

+55 65 99339 9505

PB Leiner Brazil Indústria e Comércio de Gelatinas LTDA

+55 65 99934 6506

PB Gelatins (Heilongjiang) Co., Ltd

+86452 3800 577

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type uvcb

Composition : > 85.5% protein, < 15% water, inorganic ash < 2% (Ca, Na, SO₄, etc.)

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Gelatin EC: 232-554-6 9000-70-8 --- No

specific concentration limits and M-factors for substances included in the list of harmonised classification and labelling of substances under the CLP Regulation (EC) 2008/1272: Not Applicable for this product. For the production of gelatin, raw materials are sourced from healthy animals slaughtered in registered slaughterhouses and declared fit for human consumption after ante- and post-mortem inspection by official veterinary officers. Bovine specified risk material, as specified in Regulation (EC) 999/2001 and in US FDA 21 CFR Sec. 189.5 Prohibited cattle materials, are not used for the production of gelatin.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove from source of gelatin into fresh air. Seek medical assistance if necessary

Symptoms: No acute or delayed effects known

Skin contact

Rinse with water, soap may be used

Symptoms: No acute or delayed effects known

Eye contact

Flush contaminated eye/s with clean lukewarm water

Symptoms: No acute or delayed effects known

Ingestion

Edible product

Symptoms: No acute or delayed effects known

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

water, polyvalent foam, ABC dry chemical powder.

Specific hazards

May form flammable dust in the finely divided and air suspended state.

Instructions

Treat as "class A" fire. Gelatin should be removed from the source of heat/ignition to reduce decomposition, if possible.

Firefighter Protection

Wear protecting equipment including overalls, boots, gloves, eye and face protection and compressed air/oxygen apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Handle as non hazardous material.

Environmental

Unlikely to present environmental hazard.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up or vacuum, place in a bag or container and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate area and wash thoroughly spill site with warm water after material pick up is complete.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid dust formation. Do not smoke. Keep away from burning products or heat sources.

Storage

Keep in tightly closed containers, away from extremes of temperature. Moisture should be excluded from opened bags.

Hygiene

Do not eat, drink or smoke in work areas. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment and wash hands before entering eating areas.

Fire prevention

Do not smoke. Keep away from burning products or heat sources.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

No risk known to the safety and health of workers arising from the presence of the substance

Hands

Wear safety gloves when manipulating hot gelatin solutions

Eyes

Wear safety goggles when handling.

Respiratory

Wear a dust mask type P1 when handling.

Skin/Body

None.

Environmental

Gelatin, is a natural occurring biopolymer and as such does not present a risk for the environment.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Odor Threshold
---
Voc Content
---
Explosive Limits
---
Flammability
Not applicable
Solubility In Fat
---
Flash Point
Not applicable
Colour
Pale yellow
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Freezing Point
not applicable
Appearance
Pale yellow granular powder.
Bulk Density
450 - 800 g/l (depending on particle size)
Solubility In Water
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not applicable
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Form
granular powder
Relative Density
---
Cloud Point
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Boiling Point
Not applicable
Softening Point
---
Solubility
Highly soluble in water above 40 °C; insoluble in fat (solvent or oil)
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable
Crystallisation Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
ca 200 °C (cfr melting point)
Molecular Weight
---
Vapor Density
---
Ph
pH 3.8 to 7.6 for 1% gelatin solution, measured at 55 °C (Ph.Eur 11)
Properties Status
---
Colour Intensity
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Physical State
solid
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable
Odor
Slight characteristic "bouillon-like"
Physical State Data
solid
Solidification Point
---
Melting Point
ca. 200 °C (with decomposition)
Density
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Gelatin is stable for at least 5 years when suitably stored in sealed containers under typical warehouse conditions, to prevent ingress or loss of moisture. After 5 years, Bloom gel strength and moisture should be re-tested to establish that no significant change has occurred.

Reactivity

Avoid reactive like formaldehyde, which can compromise the products functionality.

Avoid

Heat that could initiate auto inflammation.

Incompatible

Strong oxidising agents

Decomposition

May cause toxic fumes of CO, CO₂ and NOₓ in case of burning.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is GELATIN known by?

GELATIN is also known as: Collagen hydrolysate

What is the hazard signal word for GELATIN?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of GELATIN?

GELATIN is a solid appearing as pale yellow granular powder. with pale yellow color. It has slight characteristic "bouillon-like" odor.

What is the solubility of GELATIN?

Highly soluble in water above 40 °C; insoluble in fat (solvent or oil)

What is GELATIN used for?

Gelatin is used as raw material in food, pharmaceutical, photographic, feed, petfood and technical applications.

What is the melting point of GELATIN?

The melting point is ca. 200 °C (with decomposition) and the boiling point is Not applicable.