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Product Name: Sodium Ferulate
Chemical Formula: C10H9NaO4
Common Synonyms: Sodium salt of ferulic acid
Manufacturer/Distributor: Refer to supplier details on label
Recommended Use: Pharmaceutical intermediate, antioxidant in food and cosmetics
Contact Information for Emergency: Refer to manufacturer’s address, local poison control center, or emergency numbers listed on packaging
CAS Number: 24276-84-4
GHS Classification: Not classified for acute toxicity under current GHS definitions
Main Hazards: May cause eye or skin irritation, caution on dust inhalation
Pictogram: Signal word “Warning” for irritant category
Hazard Statement: Causes mild skin irritation; dust may be harmful if inhaled
Precautionary Statement: Avoid breathing dust; use protective clothing and eyewear
Target Organs: Respiratory tract, eyes, skin
Environmental Hazards: Not expected to pose hazards to aquatic environments but avoid product release to waterways
Substance: Sodium Ferulate
Percentage: 98-100% by weight
Impurities: Trace natural extraction solvents, lower organic acids below reporting threshold
Additives: Free from extraneous additives and stabilizers; cleaned using food and pharmaceutical grade methods
Eye Contact: Rinse gently with clean water several minutes, remove contact lenses; get medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Rinse with mild soap and water; seek medical care if irritation shows up
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, monitor breathing; seek medical attention if discomfort or coughing lasts
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly; drink water if fully alert; consult doctor if feeling unwell
Key Symptoms: Redness, itching, mild respiratory discomfort
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical
Flammability: Non-flammable in solid form but dust may support combustion
Special Hazards: Fine dust may form explosive mixture with air in confined spaces
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should put on full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus
Thermal Decomposition Products: Releases carbon oxides, sodium oxides under fire; avoid inhalation of fumes
Personal Precautions: Minimize dust, ventilate area, use breathing protection
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large scale spills from reaching natural waters or sewers
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up with minimal dust formation using non-sparking tools, shovel into container for disposal
Decontamination Procedures: Wash site with water, ventilate well before reuse
Safe Handling: Use in area with local exhaust, avoid generating dust clouds, ground equipment against static discharge
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizers may trigger reactive behavior
Storage Conditions: Store in original, tightly closed container away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight
Packaging Materials: Use high-density polyethylene, glass, or pharmaceutical grade containers
Storage Temperature: Keep cool and dry, ideally between 15–30°C, protect from freezing
Exposure Limits: No established OSHA or ACGIH guidelines specific for sodium ferulate
Respiratory Protection: Use N95 or higher particulate filter respirators if dust could form
Hand Protection: Wear latex or nitrile gloves during handling
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles required when handling bulk quantities
Other Protective Equipment: Lab coat, closed shoes, and eyewash stations in work area
Workplace Practices: Wash hands before breaks or meals; remove contaminated clothing promptly
Physical State: Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Odor: Mild, slightly phenolic
pH: 7–9 (1% aqueous solution)
Melting Point: 238-240°C (decomposition)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Solubility: Soluble in water, practically insoluble in most organic solvents
Relative Density: 1.43 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Not significant under ambient conditions
Flash Point: Not relevant for non-volatile solid
Particle Size: Usually 60–200 mesh for extracted material
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions
Conditions to Avoid: High heat, direct sunlight, moisture, and strong static discharge
Incompatible Chemicals: Concentrated acids or oxidizers may attack molecule
Hazardous Polymerization: Not known to occur spontaneously
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sodium compounds
Acute Toxicity: Not expected to be toxic by oral, dermal, or inhalation routes at typical exposure levels
Chronic Exposure: No reliable reports of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive hazards from natural sodium ferulate
Target Organs: Irritation may affect eyes, skin, or respiratory tract with repeated high levels of dust
Sensitization: Not reported to cause allergies under normal handling
Other Effects: Oral doses in laboratory rats above 2,000 mg/kg were not fatal, showing relatively low acute toxicity
Ecotoxicity: Not considered acutely toxic to aquatic or terrestrial organisms at environmental concentrations, based on available data for ferulic acid derivatives
Degradability: Biodegradable in soil and water; microbial activity will break down molecule over time
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low; unlikely to build up in food chains because of rapid breakdown
Mobility: Soluble in water, likely to disperse if released but not persist at hazardous levels
Environmental Warning: Routine industrial composting or dilution prevents lasting impact; large discharges not recommended
Disposal Methods: Bury in sanitary landfill or use incineration under controlled conditions; always follow local regulations
Handling of Waste: Prevent dust generation; pack securely for transport to waste processing site
Waste Classification: Not classified as hazardous under most national waste systems, unless contaminated
Precautions: Do not release material into surface water, sewers, or public grounds; follow good chemical hygiene standards
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous under UN transport regulations
Proper Shipping Name: Sodium Ferulate, solid
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Precautions: Avoid packages that are punctured or leaking; protect from dampness during shipment
Environmental Hazard: Not considered marine pollutant or dangerous for air, rail, or road transport
TSCA Status: Listed for commercial use in the United States
EPA Regulations: Not subject to specific environmental restrictions
EU REACH Status: Pre-registered or exempt due to natural origin
Labeling Requirements: Complies with GHS labelling for chemical products (Warning, Irritant)
Other Local Regulations: Meets major safety standards for pharmaceutical use, food grade batches must satisfy regional purity requirements
