MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

XC-Polymer

Prepared by:

Petropath Fluids (India) Pvt. Ltd

NO.37 & 38 2ND FLOOR, K.N.GOVINDA REDDY LAYOUT,
NEAR AREKERE MICO LAYOUT, B.G.ROAD,
BANGALORE-560076
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1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Trade Name: XC- Polymer

Chemical Name: Xanthan gum (Polysaccharide)

2. PHYSICAL DATA

Boiling Point: NA Density:- Bulk density ~ 50 lb/cu.ft.

Melting Point:- NA Sp. Gr.(H2O=1): 1.5

Odor:- Slight Odor Appearance:- Light beige

Solubility in water:- Complete pH : - @ 1.0%:5.4 - 8.6

3.REACTIVITY

Incompatibility:- Strong
oxidizers Stability:- Stable

Hazardous Polymerization:- Will not occur

Hazardous Decomposition:- Thermal decomposition products may include carbon dioxide and carbon
monoxide

HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Ingredient: Xanthan gum

CAS No : 11138-66-2

% Hazard : None of the Components are considered hazardous.

4 HMIS/ NFPA HAZARD IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM

0= LEAST 1=SLIGHT 2= MODERATE 3=HIGH 4=EXTREME

Health:- 0 Fire:- 1 Reactivity:- 0

5 FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

Flash Point:- NA Flammable Limits:- LEL: NA UEL: NA

Unusual Fire/ Explosion Hazardous: In common with most organic materials, this product

should be treated as a combustible dust in the finely divided and suspended state. Air-borne

dust creates as explosion hazard.

Extinguishing media:-Dry chemical, water spray, water fog, CO2, Foam, Sand /earth

6 HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Exposure and Effects:

Skin: Not an irritant. Not a sensitizer

Eyes: Not an irritant. However, the dry material may cause foreign body irritation in
some individuals.

Inhalation: Excessive inhalation of dust impedes respiration due to hygroscopic

properties Ingestion: None

Emergency and First Aid Procedures:

Skin: Ordinary measures of personal hygiene should be adequate. No harmful effects expected
Eyes: Flush with plenty of water. If irritation develops, call a physician

Inhalation: If large quantities have been inhaled, keep airway open as

necessary. Ingestion: In swallowed essentially non-toxic

7 HANDLING AND USE PRECAUTIONS

Handling and Storage Precautions: Product is slippery when wet. Wash thoroughly after

handling. Keep container closed. Exercise caution in the storage and handling of all

chemical substances. Use in ventilated area

Waste Disposal Methods: Handle as a non hazardous material

Steps to be taken if material is released or spilled: Sweep up spilled material and repackage.

Hose spill area very thoroughly. The product is slippery when wet.

8 HYGINE CONTROL MEASURES

Ventilation Requirements: Local exhaust

Eyes Protection: None required

Gloves: None required

Other Protective clothing or equipment: Not normally required

Respirator:- In heavy dust concentrations, approved mask is recommended

9 SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS, IF ANY

The data presented in MSDS is obtained from published literature and are true and correct to the best of
our knowledge and belief. The user is cautioned to have his own hazard evaluation and to rely upon his
own determinations