Product Name: Maltodextrin
Chemical Family: Carbohydrate Polymer
CAS Number: 9050-36-6
Common Uses: Food additive, pharmaceutical filler, beverage ingredient
Manufacturer: Listed on package or supplier documentation
Emergency Contact: Refer to national center or supplier
Synonyms: Starch hydrolysate, dextrin
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous
Health Hazards: May irritate respiratory tract and eyes as a dust
Environment Hazards: Not expected to pose significant risk
Main Routes of Entry: Inhalation, ingestion
Signal Word: None
Pictogram: None
Precautionary Statements: Avoid dust, use protective eyewear and masks during bulk handling
Potential Effects: Coughing, sneezing, mild irritation to eyes or throat
Chemical Name: Maltodextrin
Content: 100%
CAS No.: 9050-36-6
Impurities: Trace water, minor residuals typical for food-quality maltodextrin
Physical State: Powder or granular
Formula: (C6H10O5)n·H2O
Color: White to off-white
Odor: Odorless
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, offer water to clear throat irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with clean water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, seek medical attention for persistent discomfort
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water to dilute, unlikely to cause acute symptoms
Acute Symptoms: Throat and eye irritation from dust
Chronic Symptoms: No known chronic effects with normal handling
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, CO2, dry chemical or foam
Unsuitable Media: High-velocity water jets
Hazards from Combustion: Produces carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide under heavy fire
Fire/Explosion Risk: Dust can form explosive mixture, mitigate by reducing airborne dust
Protective Equipment: Firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Special Procedures: Fight fire from upwind, prevent runoff from entering waterways
Personal Precautions: Avoid raising unnecessary dust, use appropriate PPE
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large amounts from entering drains, flush small spills to sewer with water
Cleanup Methods: Sweep or vacuum up material, avoid dry sweeping to reduce dust
Disposal: Place in suitable container for reuse or disposal, follow local regulations
Precautions for Handling: Minimize dust creation, ensure ventilation in enclosed spaces, use personal protection when dealing with large volumes
Safe Storage: Keep in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, seal containers tightly
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers
Storage Temperature: Ambient, avoid moisture
Packing Materials: Use food-grade or chemical-resistant containers
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, keep work area clean
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established for maltodextrin specifically; follow nuisance dust limits, e.g., OSHA PEL: 15 mg/m³ (total dust)
Engineering Controls: Provide local extraction or general ventilation
Respiratory Protection: Use dust mask or respirator under dusty conditions
Eye Protection: Safety goggles recommended during bulk handling
Skin Protection: Gloves for sensitive individuals or prolonged exposure
Work Practices: Change out of dusty clothing; clean up work area regularly
Appearance: Powder or granular
Color: White to light yellow
Odor: Odorless
pH (10% Solution): 4.0–7.0
Melting Point: Decomposes
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not determined; combustible as dust
Solubility: Completely soluble in water
Specific Gravity: 1.5–1.7
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Dust at high concentrations may explode if ignited
Particle Size: Varies by manufacturer
Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature
Reactivity: Non-reactive under normal conditions
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition: CO, CO2 if combusted
Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, sources of ignition, strong acids or alkalis for prolonged periods
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): >10,000 mg/kg
Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation
Symptoms: Mild irritation if dust enters airways; low chance of gastrointestinal upset
Sensitization: No evidence for skin or respiratory sensitization
Long-Term Effects: Not classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, or teratogenic
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Pre-existing respiratory allergies may flare with dust exposure
Additional Data: No documented harmful long-term effects in typical food use
Aquatic Toxicity: Not expected to cause harm to aquatic life
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable, as a carbohydrate polymer
Bioaccumulation: Not likely
Mobility: Soluble in water, may run off into surface water but degrades quickly
Other Adverse Effects: No significant effect on soil or water organisms at normal levels
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of as non-hazardous organic material if uncontaminated; compost, incinerate, or landfill as regulations permit
Container Disposal: Clean and reuse or recycle packaging if possible
Special Requirements: Follow local, state, and national environmental regulations
UN Number: Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name: Maltodextrin
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: None
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Transport Measures: Protect from moisture, avoid physical damage to packaging during transit
Food Additive Status: Approved by FDA, EFSA, international food authorities
GHS Labeling: Not classified
TSCA Inventory: Listed
WHMIS Classification: Not controlled
REACH Registration: Exempt (natural polymer)
Additional Regulatory Info: Follows purity standards set by Codex Alimentarius and relevant food safety agencies
