Material Safety Data Sheet
G-poly glutamic acid

Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: G-poly glutamic acid
Catalog Numbers: 03643

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS# 25513-46-6
Chemical Name: G-poly glutamic acid
Percent  95%
EINECS/ELINCS 200-293-7
Hazard Symbols: No data available
Risk Phrases: No data available

Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
Classification of the substance or mixture :Not a dangerous substance according to GHS.
This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
Label elements :The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws.
Other hazards - none

Potential Health Effects
Eye: Cause serious eye irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Skin: Cause skin irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Ingestion: :May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation:May be harmful if swallowed.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures
If swallowed :Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
Eyes: Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
Skin: Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
Inhalation: If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Exposure may affect cell growth rate and morphology.
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed no data available.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures 
General Information: Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Nature of decomposition products not known.
Precautions for fire-fighters :Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Extinguishing media: Suitable extinguishing media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Further information :no data available

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures 
Personal precautions:protective equipment and emergency procedures Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas.
Environmental precautions :Do not let product enter drains
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
Handling: Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Storage including any incompatibilities: Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Further Information:  Recommended storage temperature: -20 °C .
hygroscopic Store under inert gas.
Specific end uses :no data available

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection 
Control parameters :Components with workplace control parameters .
Exposure controls :Appropriate engineering controls
                 General industrial hygiene practice.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin: Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Body Protection:Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances, and to the specific work-place., The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respirators: Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance levels of dusts are desired,
use type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks. Use respirators and components testedand approve
under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties 
Physical State: powder
Color: white
Odor: Not available
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: fully miscible
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
Molecular Formula: L-Glu-(L-Glu)n-L-Glu
Molecular Weight:

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
Chemical Stability: no data available .
Conditions to Avoid: no data available.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: no data available.
Hazardous Polymerization: has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information 
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity :no data available .
Serious eye damage/eye irritation :no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization :no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity :no data available
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity :no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure :no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure :no data available
Aspiration hazard :no data available.
Potential health effects
Inhalation   May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion    May be harmful if swallowed.
Skin        May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
Eyes        May cause eye irritation.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure :Exposure may affect cell growth rate and morphology.
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available

Section 12 - Ecological Information 
Toxicity :no data available
Persistence and degradability :no data available
Bioaccumulative potential :no data available
Mobility in soil :no data available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment :no data available
Other adverse effects :no data available

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods :Product Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contaminated packaging .Dispose of as unused product.

Section 14 - Transport Information 
ADR/RID:Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods
IATA: Not dangerous goods
Transport hazard class(es) : ADR/RID:  -    IMDG:  -      IATA:  -
Packaging group :ADR/RID:  -       IMDG:  -      IATA:  -
Environmental hazards :ADR/RID: no     MDG Marine pollutant: no      IATA: no
Special precautions for users no data availabl
WGK Germany: 3
RTECS:MA1700000

Section 15 - Regulatory Information 
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture:no data available .
Chemical Safety Assessment :no data available

Section 16 - Additional Information
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Co., shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.