SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name :	L-ASCORBIC ACID AR (for biochemistry) (Vitamin C)
Catalogue No. :	AL0504	Product form :	Substance
CAS Number :	50-81-7	EC Number :
Grade :		EC Index Number :
Chemical Formula :		HSN Code :	29362700
Synonyms :	Antiscorbutic factor / L-Threoascorbic acid / Vitamin C REACH authorisation exemptions Exempted from REACH registration
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture :	Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Uses advised against :	No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification :	Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane, Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053 Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail :	Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Not classified Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC [DSD] or 1999/45/EC [DPD] Not classified Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects No additional information available 2.2. Label elements Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] Extra labelling to displayExtra classificati see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Not classified
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
No labelling applicable
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards :	No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1. Substance
Name :		L-ASCORBIC ACID AR FOR BIOCHEMISTRY
CAS No. :		50-81-7
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation :	Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
First-aid measures after skin contact :	Wash with plenty of water/….
First-aid measures after eye contact :	Rinse immediately with plenty of water.
First-aid measures after ingestion :	Rinse mouth.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use :	No additional information available
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information :	Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media :	Carbon dioxide. Dry powder. Foam. Water spray.
Unsuitable extinguishing media :	Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures :	No additional information available
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting :	Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures :	Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment	Equip cleanup crew with proper protection
6.2 Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up :	Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible. On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference :	No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling :	Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe vapours.
Hygiene measures :	Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions :	Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection :	Protective gloves
Eye protection :	Chemical goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection :	Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection :	[In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state :	Solid
Molecular mass :	176.12 g/mol
Colour :	White crystalline.
Odour :	odourless.
Odour threshold :	No data available
pH value :	1 - 2.5
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) :	No data available
Melting point :	190 - 194 °C
Freezing point :	No data available
Boiling point :	No data available
Flash point :	No data available
Auto-ignition temperature :	No data available
Decomposition temperature :	No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) :	No data available
Vapour pressure :	No data available
Relative vapour density at 20°C :	No data available
Density :	1.65 g/cm3
Solubility :	Water: 176 g/l at 20 °C - completely soluble
Log Pow :	No data available
Viscosity, kinematic :	No data available
Viscosity, dynamic :	No data available
Explosive properties :	No data available
Oxidising properties :	No data available
Explosive limits :	No data available
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Air contact. Moisture.
10.5 Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
No additional information available

SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity :	Not classified
Skin corrosion/irritation :	Not classified pH: 1 - 2.5
Serious eye damage/irritation :	Not classified pH: 1 - 2.5
Respiratory or skin sensitisation :	Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity :	Not classified
Carcinogenicity :	Not classified
STOT-single exposure :	Not classified
STOT-repeated exposure :	Not classified

SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information :	No additional information available
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability :	No additional information available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential :	No additional information available
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil :	No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No additional information available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions :	No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info :	No additional information available

SECTION 14: Transport information
In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) :	Not applicable
UN-No. (IMDG) :	Not applicable
UN-No. (IATA) :	Not applicable
UN-No. (ADN) :	Not applicable
UN-No. (RID) :	Not applicable
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) :	Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) :	Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) :	Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) :	Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (RID) :	Not applicable
Transport document description (ADR) :	Not applicable
Transport document description (IMDG) :	Not applicable
Transport document description (IATA) :	Not applicable
Transport document description (ADN) :	Not applicable
Transport document description (RID) :	Not applicable
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) :	Not applicable
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) :	Not applicable
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) :	Not applicable
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) :	Not applicable
RID
Transport hazard class(es) :	Not applicable
14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR) :	Not applicable
Packing group (IMDG) :	Not applicable
Packing group (IATA) :	Not applicable
Packing group (ADN) :	Not applicable
Packing group (RID) :	Not applicable
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment :	No
Marine pollutant :	No
Other information :	No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
No data available
- Transport by sea
No data available
- Air transport
No data available
- Inland waterway transport
No data available
- Rail transport
No data available
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions L-ASCORBIC ACID AR FOR BIOCHEMISTRY is not on the REACH Candidate List L-ASCORBIC ACID AR FOR BIOCHEMISTRY is not on the REACH Annex XIV List
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
Reference to AwSV : Water hazard class (WGK) 1, low hazard to water (Classification according to AwSV; ID No. 737) 12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV : Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information