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Glycerol tristearate

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[Flash Point]

299
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: 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. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
[Skin]

Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[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 protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[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.
[Exposure Effects]

May cause irritation of the respiratory tract, skin and eyes.
[Appearance]

Odorless, off-white chunks.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

73
[Boiling Point]

813
[Vapor Pressure]

2E-26 (25 C)
[Density]

1.0577 g/cm3
[Partition Coefficient]

25.27
[Heat Of Vaporization]

118.2 kJ/mol
[Usage]

In textile sizing, formerly in making candles.
[Refractive Index]

1.4477 (25 C)
[Product Name]

1,2,3-Propanetriyl trioctadecanoate
[Synonyms]

1,3-Di(octadecanoyloxy)propan-2-yl octadecanoate
Octadecanoic acid, 1,2,3-propanetriyl ester
Tristearin
[CAS]

"CASEN_555-43-1.htm">555-43-1
[Formula]

C57H110O6
[Molecular Weight]

891.5
[EINECS]

209-097-6
[Merck]

12,9885
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1718456
[Beilstein Reference]

4-02-00-01233
[Small spills/leaks]

Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.