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MSDS Number:P21822VS   MSDS Version:004         
                                                                             
004 11/04/06 CITRIC ACID

SECTION 1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION


PRODUCT NAME:   CITRIC ACID
                                                                               
MSDS#:          P21822VS
                                                                               
DATE ISSUED:    7/23/02
                                                                               
SUPERSEDES:     NEW
                                                                               
ISSUED BY:      008074
                                                                               
Emergency  Telephone Number ChemTrec 1-800-424-9300

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Hazardous Components (Chemical Ides; Common Name)           OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Citric Acid, 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid           N/A  N/A
CAS No. 5949-29-1 C6H807.H  2O                           orl rat LD50 5000
                                                         mg/24 hr moderate eye
                                                        750 mg/24 hr severe
                                                                               
Note: CAS No. 5949-29-1 is for Citric Acid hydrated
CAS No. 77-92-9 is for Citric Acid Anhydrous
                                                                               
California Proposition 65: This product contains no levels of listed
substances, which the State of California has found to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning
under the statute.
                                                                               

SECTION III. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES


Boiling Point             Specific Gravity (H20 = 1)
Not applicable- solid     1.665
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg)   Melting Point
Not applicable - solid   153 C
Vapor Density (Air = 1) Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)
Not applicable          < 1
Solubility in water Appearance and Odor
Greater than 507;   White odorless powder and/or granules
                                                           

Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

                   

Flash Point Method Used)       flammable Limits LEL UEL
Ignition temp. 1000 - 1020 C    Min. 8 g/cuft    NA NA
                                Opt. 65 g/cuft
Extinguishing Media
Water, carbon dioxide, foam, powder extinguisher.
                                                                               
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Fire fighters wear protective clothing and NIOSH approved respirator.
                                                                               
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
None - At optimum air concentration Bureau of Mines Relative: Explosive
rating = Weak
This MSDS is based upon a limited review of ADM files and standard
Toxicological handbooks.
                                                                               

SECTION V. STABILITY AND  REACTIVITY DATA


Stability Stable               Conditions to Avoid
Stable under normal conditions. None Known
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
Metal nitrates and strong oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts
None known
Hazardous polymerization       Conditions to Avoid
Will not occur                 None known
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Section VI - Health Hazard Data


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Routes of Entry: ion  Ingestion
Skin contact, Ingestion, Inhalation of mist.
health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
Prolonged contact with the product may cause irritation.
Carcinogenicity    NTP?  IARC Monographs? OSHA Regulated?
No                 No     No               No
                                                                               
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
May be slight eye irritant, long term exposure to skin could be a mild
irritant.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
No information available.
                                                                               
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eyes-immediately flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Call a physician.
Skin-wash area with water, remove contaminated clothing and launder before
reuse.
                                                         

Section VII - Precautions for Safe Handling and Use

                     

Steps to Be Taken in Case of Material is Released or Spilled
Recover by vacuum or broom and shoved. Flush area with water to remove final
traces.
                                                                               
Waste Disposal Method
Conform to applicable federal, state and local regulations.
Landfill or neutralize and flush to drain. Material is biodegradable in waste
treatment facility.
                                                                               
Store in a dry area.
                                                                               
Other Precautions
Aqueous solutions of Citric Acid can, if in contact with reactive metal (iron,
 zinc, aluminum) form hydrogen which may
form explosive mixtures.
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Section VIII - Control Measures


Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
NIOSH approved chemical respirator with dust and mist filter while handling
crystalline material and concentrated
solutions.
                                                                               
Ventilation Local
Local exhaust sufficient to control dust.
                                                                               
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Standard work gloves Safety Glasses
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
None



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