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Cellulose

CAS 9004-34-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Cellulose
Product Code
SLC4804
Chemical Name
Cellulose
Synonyms
Cellulose, Microcrystalline

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
9004-34-6 Check regulations →

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Sciencelab.com, Inc. logo

Sciencelab.com, Inc.

distributor

14025 Smith Rd., Houston, Texas 77396

1-281-441-4400

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Sciencelab.com, Inc. logo

Sciencelab.com, Inc.

distributor

14025 Smith Rd., Houston, Texas 77396

1-800-901-7247

http://ScienceLab.com

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

1-800-424-9300

24HR

International CHEMTREC

1-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Cellulose 9004-34-6 100% No

Notes

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Not applicable.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.

Skin contact

Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops.

Eye contact

Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention if irritation occurs, if irritation develops, or if symptoms appear.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam.

Unsuitable media

Do not use water jet.

Specific hazards

May be combustible at high temperature. Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat. Damp cellulose can be a significant fire hazard since it may underto spontaneous combustion. Fire and explosions may occur from reactions involving pentafluoride, acetic acid and cellulose. Contact between cellulose and sodium nitrite at elevated temperatures results in vigorous burning from decomposition reaction. Excess dust generation may create explosion hazard.

Instructions

SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Small spill

Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.

Large spill

Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.

Cleanup methods

Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store above 25°C (77°F).

Hygiene

Do not ingest.

Fire prevention

Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Evaporation Rate
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Colour
Off-white.
Appearance
A polymer consisting of linked glucose units (cellobiose) in unbranched linear chains. It may exist as a fibrous or white crystalline solid. Microcrystalline cellulose consists of rigid rods. It is the main constituent of plant fiber.
Explosive Limits
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Crystallisation Point
---
Odor
Odorless.
Bulk Density
---
Solubility In Water
---
Relative Density
1.27 - 1.61@ 0°C (32°F)(Water = 1) 0.28-.032 (temperature not listed)
Ph
Not applicable.
Colour Intensity
---
Freezing Point
---
Odor Threshold
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Metal Corrosion
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Solidification Point
---
Density
---
Softening Point
---
Solubility
Insoluble in cold water, hot water. Insoluble in organic solvents. It will swell in dilute alkaline solutions such as sodium hydroxide and will dissolve in caustic alkali with carbon disulfide. It is soluble in ammoniacal copper hydroxide solution (Schweitzer's reagent) and concentrated zinc chloride solution.
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Boiling Point
Decomposes.
Form
fibrous or white crystalline solid
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Flammability
---
Molecular Weight
Not available.
Flash Point
---
Physical State Data
solid
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Melting Point
500°C (932°F) - 518°C
Properties Status
---
Vapor Density
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Voc Content
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Cloud Point
---
Physical State
Solid.
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is stable.

Reactivity

Not available.

Hazardous reactions

Will not occur.

Avoid

Excess heat, incompatible materials

Incompatible

Not available.

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 Cellulose known by?

Cellulose is also known as: Cellulose, Microcrystalline

What is the hazard signal word for Cellulose?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Cellulose?

Cellulose is a solid. appearing as a polymer consisting of linked glucose units (cellobiose) in unbranched linear chains. it may exist as a fibrous or white crystalline solid. microcrystalline cellulose consists of rigid rods. it is the main constituent of plant fiber. with off-white. color. It has odorless. odor.

What is the solubility of Cellulose?

Insoluble in cold water, hot water. Insoluble in organic solvents. It will swell in dilute alkaline solutions such as sodium hydroxide and will dissolve in caustic alkali with carbon disulfide. It is soluble in ammoniacal copper hydroxide solution (Schweitzer's reagent) and concentrated zinc chloride solution.

What is the melting point of Cellulose?

The melting point is 500°C (932°F) - 518°C and the boiling point is Decomposes..