| [Fire Fighting] Fires involving this material can be controlled using a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. | |
| [Fire Potential] This material is probably combustible. | |
| [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 immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. 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] Dust is irritating to the respiratory tract. May cause allergic respiratory reaction. May cause asthmatic attacks due to allergic sensitization of the respiratory tract. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin irritation. May cause hives. May cause dermatitis. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye irritation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Ingestion may cause allergic | |
| [Hazards] Dusts at sufficient concentrations can form explosive mixtures with air. | |
| [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] Chronic inhalation may cause effects similar to those of acute inhalation. | |
| [Poison Class] - | |
| [Appearance] White powder. | |
| [Solubility in water] Readily soluble | |
| [Density] 1.35 g/cm3 | |
| [Usage] Demulcent in cough mixtures and emulsions, in prepn of lozenges, binding medium for flammable materials of matches, in manufacture of water colors, has been employed in color printing as anti-offset agent. | |
| [Product Name] Arabic gum | |
| [Synonyms] Acacia dealbata gum Acacia gum Acacia senegal Acacia syrup Arabic gum Australian gum | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_9000-01-5.htm">9000-01-5 | |
| [EINECS] 232-519-5 | |
| [RTECS] CE5945000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Natural Product; Primary Irritant | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] NA | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Acacia precipitates or gels when added to ferric salts, borax, basic lead acetate, alcohol, sodium silicate, gelatin or ammoniated tincture of guaiac. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | |
| [Combustion Products] Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |
| [Hazard Class] 6.1 |
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