The following MSDS detailed information are provided by Hangzhou Toyond Biotech Co., Ltd, one specialized Beta Carotene supplier in China.

1. Product and Company Identification

Trade Name: β-Carotene

2. Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview: May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.Light sensitive.Air sensitive.Heat sensitive. Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.

3. Composition/Information on Ingredients

Chemical Name: ¦Â-Carotene
Molecular Formula: C40H56
Molecular Weight: 536.85
Content: 95%
CAS Number: 7235-40-7
EINECS NO. [EC No]: 230-636-6

4. First Aid Measures

Eye: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes
Ingestion: Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately

5. Fire Fighting Measures

General Information: wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand
Extinguishing: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

6. Accidental Release Measures

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as listed in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

7. Handling and Storage

Handling: Refer to section 8
Storage: 1.Keep in a cool,dry place
2.Keep container tightly closed
3.Store below -20 ℃
4.Store under argon

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash and a safety shower facility.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical safety goggles.
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing.
Repirators: Wear NIOSH/MSHA - approved respirator

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State: Powder
Color: brown-red
Odor: characteristic odor
Melting Point : 178-179
Solubility in Water : Negligible.
Flash Point: 218 deg C ( 424.40 deg F)
Autoignition Temperature : 290 deg C ( 554.00 deg F)

10. Stability and Reactivity

Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, light, exposure to air, heat.
Incompatibilities with Other: Oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases, reducing agents, metal salts, oxygen.
Hazardous Decomposition Products : Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Polymerization : Has not been reported

11. Toxicological Information

RTECS#: FI0329500
Toxicity Data[LD50/LC50]: -
Carcinogenicity: ß-Carotene - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other: See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Fish: Leuciscus idus: >10000 mg/l; 96H; .Bacteria: >10000 mg/l; 0.5H; .log Pow: 15-17Biodegradation: 20-60% (28 d. - MITI test)

13. Disposal Considerations

Disposal considerations: Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material in a manner consistent with federal, state and local environmental regulations

14. Transport Information

Shipping Name: -
Hazard Class: -
UN Number: -
Packing Group: -

15. Regulatory Information

European/International Regulations: -
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: 1.Xi
R-Phrases: 1.Risk of explosion if heated under confinement.
2.May cause long-term adverse effects in aquatic environment.
S-Phrases: 1.Keep away from heat.
2.Handle and open container with care.
3.Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets.
4.Keep container tightly closed.