Sucrose |
Synonyms & Trade Names Beet sugar, Cane sugar, Confectioner's sugar, Granulated sugar, Rock candy, Saccarose, Sugar, Table sugar |
CAS No. 57-50-1 |
RTECS No. WN6500000 |
DOT ID & Guide |
FormulaC12H22O11 |
Conversion |
IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
OSHA PEL: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 0500 , 0600
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Hard, white, odorless crystals, lumps, or powder. [Note: May have a characteristic, caramel odor when heated.] |
MW: 342.3 |
BP: Decomposes |
MLT: 320-367°F (Decomposes) |
Sol: 200% |
VP: 0 mmHg (approx) |
IP: NA |
Sp.Gr: 1.59 |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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MEC: 45 g/m3 |
| Noncombustible Solid, but fine airborne dust may explode. |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Oxidizers, sulfuric acid, nitric acid |
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, skin, upper respiratory system; cough |
Target Organs Eyes, respiratory system |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Breathing: Fresh air
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Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 1507
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