Starch
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CAS
9005-25-8
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(C6H10O5)n
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RTECS
GM5090000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Corn starch, Rice starch, Sorghum gum, alpha-Starch, Starch gum, Tapioca starch
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DOT ID & Guide
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
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OSHA PEL: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
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Physical Description
Fine, white, odorless powder. [Note: A carbohydrate polymer composed of 25% amylose & 75% amylpectin.]
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MW: varies
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BP: Decomposes
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MLT: Decomposes
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Sol: Insoluble
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VP: 0 mmHg (approx)
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IP: NA
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Sp.Gr: 1.45
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Fl.P: NA
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UEL: NA
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LEL: NA
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MEC: 50 g/m3
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Noncombustible Solid, but may form explosive mixture with air.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Oxidizers, acids, iodine, alkalis
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 0500, 0600
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: Daily
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap wash
Breathing: Fresh air
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane; cough, chest pain; dermatitis; rhinorrhea (discharge of thin mucus)
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
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