Chemical Name: Taurine
Synonyms: 2-Aminoethanesulfonic Acid, L-Taurine
CAS Number: 107-35-7
EC Number: 203-483-8
Recommended Uses: Nutritional supplement, food additive, research chemical
Manufacturer: Refer to product packaging for company details
Contact Information: Provided on shipping label and purchase invoice
Emergency Phone Number: Local medical emergency services or regional poison control center
GHS Classification: Substance not classified as hazardous according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008
Label Elements: No pictogram required
Hazard Statements: Not expected to cause significant health hazards under standard handling
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation of dust, avoid contact with eyes and prolonged skin exposure
Potential Health Effects: May cause mild irritation to eyes or respiratory tract if exposed to large quantities of dust
Environmental Impact: Limited data, not anticipated to present environmental hazards with proper use
Chemical Identity: Taurine
Purity: Typically greater than 98%
Impurities: Trace inorganic salts or moisture
Formula: C2H7NO3S
Molecular Weight: 125.15 g/mol
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, support breathing if necessary, consult medical attention for persistent symptoms
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical advice if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing, obtain medical assistance if discomfort persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, drink water to dilute, seek medical attention if feeling unwell, do not induce vomiting unless directed by a medical professional
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Powder can form combustible dust concentrations, avoid generating dust clouds
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Decomposition Products: Sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides may form in fire
Advice for Firefighters: Keep containers cool with water spray, prevent runoff from contaminating water sources
Personal Precautions: Avoid respiratory exposure to dust, ventilate area, wear personal protective equipment such as gloves and safety goggles
Environmental Precautions: Prevent substance from entering drains, surface water, soil or ground water
Clean-up Methods: Sweep up without creating dust, place in suitable container for disposal, wash spill site after material pickup is complete
Notification Procedures: Follow local, regional, and national regulations for reporting spills
Handling: Handle in accordance with good hygiene and safety practice, minimize dust generation, keep containers tightly closed when not in use
Technical Measures: Use local exhaust ventilation in dusty areas, have eye-wash facilities accessible
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers
Specific Uses: Store according to intended application and manufacturer's instructions
Container Materials: Compatible with glass, plastic, stainless steel, and sealed original packaging
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits available for taurine
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, general area ventilation, process enclosure for bulk handling
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or face shield
Skin Protection: Chemical resistant gloves, lab coats
Respiratory Protection: Particulate respirator recommended if dust levels rise above nuisance threshold
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating or drinking, do not smoke or consume food in work areas where chemical is handled
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
pH: Typically around 4.5-5.5 (1% solution)
Melting Point: 305°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Solubility: Highly soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol
Density: 1.73 g/cm3
Vapor Pressure: Not volatile
Flash Point: Not flammable
Other Data: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures
Reactivity: Does not react violently with most common materials
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Combustible dust formation in air possible with fine powder
Conditions to Avoid: Strong heat, open flame, sources of ignition, generation of airborne dust
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids or bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides formed under fire conditions
Acute Toxicity: Low acute oral and dermal toxicity in animal studies, not considered harmful in small amounts for humans
Skin Irritation: Not classified as irritating, minor irritation can occur in some individuals
Eye Irritation: May cause mild, temporary irritation from dust contact
Respiratory Sensitization: Fine dust may cause coughing or mild nasal/airway irritation
Ingestion: No known significant effects in typical dietary or supplemental exposure, excessive ingestion may upset digestive system
Chronic Effects: No evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, teratogenicity in available data
Other Information: Extensive animal and human studies, generally regarded as safe (GRAS) in food applications by the FDA
Ecotoxicity: Not expected to have significant toxic effects on aquatic or terrestrial life at normal concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to degrade in the environment through bio- and photo-degradation
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not anticipated to bioaccumulate in organisms
Mobility in Soil: High mobility due to water solubility, will dilute in surface or groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: No long-term environmental risks identified
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of material in accordance with local, regional, and national environmental regulations
Disposal of Product: Small amounts can be disposed of in general waste if local policies permit, larger quantities should follow hazardous or chemical waste procedures
Disposal of Packaging: Triple rinse and recycle or dispose of packaging based on local requirements
Precautions: Prevent spillage into water sources, drains or soil
UN Number: Not regulated as a dangerous good
Proper Shipping Name: Taurine
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None assigned
Marine Pollutant: Not classified as marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Keep containers closed and well-sealed during transportation, avoid physical damage to containers
Global Inventories: Listed on TSCA (US), EINECS (EU), DSL (Canada), AICS (Australia), ENCS (Japan)
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Subject to workplace regulations for safe handling of chemicals, no specific restrictions in most jurisdictions
This Material: Approved for use in food and nutritional supplements by relevant authorities, including FDA GRAS status in the US
Labeling Requirements: Follows the applicable chemical product labeling and safety laws
REACH Status: Registered or exempt
Other Information: Users should review local regulatory guidelines for workplace and disposal requirements
