Effective Date: 08/27/06
Revision: 0

Glycinin

1. Product Identification
   Synonyms: 11S Protein
   CAS Number: 9007-93-6
   Molecular Weight: ~350,000
   Chemical Formula: Unspecified
   Chemical Family: Protein
   Lot Number: 06-207
   
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
   

   Ingredient:	CAS Number:	Percent:	Hazardous:
   Glycinin	9007-93-6	91.9%	Yes

   Also, contains other soybean extract impurity unknowns.
   
3. Hazards Identification
   Glycinin is known to elicit an allergic response in some people. Avoid exposure by use of good industrial and personal hygiene techniques and safety practices including the use of gloves, goggles, lab coats, and respirators. Immediately remove any accidental spill from eyes, skin, or clothing.
   
   Inhalation:
   No information found.
   Ingestion:
   No information found.
   Skin Contact:
   No information found.
   Eye Contact:
   No information found.
   Acute Health Effects:
   No information found.
   Chronic Health Effects:
   No information found.
   Symptoms of Exposure:
   No information found.
   Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:
   No Information found.
   Target Organs:
   No information found.
   
4. First Aid Measures.
   
   Call a Physician.
   
   Inhalation:
   Remove to fresh air; if not breathing, give artificial respiration; if breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
   Ingestion:
   No information found.
   Skin Contact:
   Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
   Eye Contact:
   Immediately flush eye with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
   
5. Fire Fighting Measures.
   Fire:
   Not considered to be a fire hazard, but could combust in a fire.
   Explosion:
   Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
   Fire Extinguishing Media:
   Use of a Class ABC fire extinguisher (Carbon dioxide or Dry Chemical) is recommended.
   Flash Point:
   Unknown
   Autoignition Temperature:
   Unknown
   
6. Accidental Release Measures.
   In most cases, use personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, goggles, lab coat, respirators, etc.) while cleaning up small spills. For larger spills, evacuate the area and call Emergency 911 for a Hazmat unit to deal with this emergency spill.
   
7. Handling and Storage
   Store frozen at -20¼C in a tightly closed container. Keep dry and avoid unnecessary light exposure. Protect against physical damage.
   
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
   Exposure Limits:
   No information found.
   Ventilation System:
   In general, handling of the material should be performed in a hood or well ventilated area. If a hood is not available, NIOSH-approved respirators are recommended.
   Skin Protection:
   Wear protective gloves and lab coats.
   Eye Protection:
   Wear safety goggles. Maintain eye wash fountain and emergency shower facilities in work area.
   
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
   Appearance: Flocculent white solid.
   Odor: Odorless.
   Melting Point: Begins to decompose at ~219¼C
   Vapor Pressure: Unknown
   Vapor Density: Unknown
   Viscosity: N/A
   Specific Gravity: Unknown
   Solubility: soluble in water (adjusted to pH 8); insoluble in hexane, toluene,
   acetone.
   
10. Stability and Reactivity
    Stability:
    Stable for 5 years when dry material is frozen. Refrigerate aqueous solutions.
    Hazardous Decomposition Products:
    Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide may form when heated to decomposition.
    Hazardous Polymerization:
    Does not polymerize.
    Incompatibilities:
    May decompose upon exposure to moisture, air, sunlight, or excessive heat.
    Conditions to Avoid:
    No information found.
    
11. Toxicological Information
    No information found.
    
12. Ecological Information
    No information found.
    
13. Disposal Considerations
    Dispose of container and unused contents according to federal, state and local requirements.
    
14. Transportation Information
    Not regulated.
    
15. Regulatory Information
    No information found.
    
16. Other Information
    NFPA Ratings: Health: N/A Flammability: N/A Reactivity: N/A
    Product Use:
    Laboratory Reagent.

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