| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. If irritation develops, get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | |
| [Handling] Use only in a well ventilated area. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Wash clothing before reuse. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Low hazard for usual industrial handling. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Poison Class] - | |
| [Appearance] Monoclinic needles or prisms. | |
| [Solubility in water] Soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 154 | |
| [Boiling Point] 331 | |
| [Density] 1.525 g/cm3 | |
| [pKa/pKb] 12.14 (pKa) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] -271 | |
| [Usage] In tanning, dyeing, & as diabetic food. | |
| [Vapor Density] 5.2 | |
| [Product Name] D(+)-Xylose | |
| [Synonyms] Wood sugar | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_58-86-6.htm">58-86-6 | |
| [Formula] C5H10O5 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 150.13 | |
| [EINECS] 200-400-7 | |
| [RTECS] ZF2285000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Merck] 12,10220 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1562108 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-01-00-04223 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. | |
| [HS Code] 2940 00 90 |
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