This document provides a material safety data sheet for corn starch. It lists corn starch as the main constituent at over 90% and notes it is not classified as hazardous. The document provides information on the product identification, recommended use, hazards, composition, first aid measures, fire fighting measures, accidental release measures, handling and storage, exposure controls, physical and chemical properties, stability and reactivity, toxicological information, ecological information, disposal considerations, and transport information.

1. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Corn Starch
SECTION I: Identification of the Substance and the Company
1. Identification:
Product form : Substance
Substance name : Corn Starch
CAS-No. : 9005-25-8
Formula : (C6H10O5)n
Synonyms : CORN STARCH POWDER, MAIZE STARCH
2. Recommended Use and Restriction of Use:
Use of the substance/mixture : Personal Care Formulations
3. Supplier Details:
Company name: BizinBiz Technologies Pvt Ltd
Company Address: A-448, Pocket 2, Sector 8, Rohini,
New Delhi, Pin Code: 110085, India
Company Web Site: www.elchemy.com
Mobile number: +919867099519
Email Id: info@elchemy.com
SECTION II: Hazards Identification
1. Health Hazards: None anticipated under normal conditions.
2. Flammability Hazards: This product may form combustible dust concentrations in
the air.
3. Reactivity Hazards: None
4. Environmental Hazards: The environmental effects of this product have not been
investigated, however release may cause adverse environmental effects.
SECTION III: Composition/Information on Ingredients
1. Substances:

2. Substance type: Mono-constituent
Name: Corn Starch (Main constituent)
Product identifier: CAS-No.: 9005-25-8
Percentage: >90 %
GHS US classification: Not classified
2. Mixtures: Not applicable
SECTION IV: First Aid Measures
1. Description of necessary first aid measures:
a. First-aid measures general : If you feel unwell, seek medical advice.
b. First-aid measures after inhalation : If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
c. First-aid measures after skin contact : Wash with soap and water. Cover
the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops
d. First-aid measures after eye contact : Check for and remove any contact
lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
e. First-aid measures after ingestion : Do NOT induce vomiting unless
directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a
physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband.
2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
None anticipated under normal conditions.
3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
Treat symptomatically
SECTION V: Fire Fighting Measures
1. Extinguishing Media:
a. Suitable extinguishing media : Use water, dry chemical, chemical foam,
carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam.Do not inhale gases, fumes, dust,
mist, vapor, and aerosols.
b. Unsuitable extinguishing media : Not available

3. 2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
a. Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature.
b. Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
c. Flash Points: Not available.
d. Flammable Limits: Not available.
e. Products of Combustion: Not available.
f. Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Slightly flammable to
flammable in presence of heat.
g. Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not
available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not
available.
h. Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
i. Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
j. Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
SECTION VI: Accidental Release Measures
1. Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste
disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface
and dispose of it according to local and regional authority requirements.
2. Large Spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow
it to evacuate through the sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not present
at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local
authorities.
3. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Ensure adequate ventilation. Ensure that dust-handling systems (exhaust ducts, dust
collectors, vessels, and processing equipment) are designed to prevent the escape
of dust into the work area.
4. Environmental precautions: Prevent from reaching drains, sewer, or waterway.
Should not be released into the environment.
5. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: Sweep up and
containerize for disposal. Avoid generating dust. Always obey local regulations.
Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable closed containers for disposal. Follow proper
disposal methods.
SECTION VII: Handling and Storage
a. Precautions for Safe Handling: To prevent eye contact under the
foreseeable conditions of use, wear appropriate safety eyewear. When

4. handling, do not eat, drink, or smoke. Wash thoroughly after handling.
b. Storage and Handling Practices: Keep away from acids and oxidizing
agents. : Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool,
well-ventilated area. Do not store above 23°C
c. Specific Uses: Comply with the regulations and product data sheet. No
specific recommendations. Apply the above handling guidelines.
SECTION VIII: Exposure Controls
1. Ventilation and Engineering Controls: Use with adequate ventilation to ensure
exposure levels are maintained below the limits provided above.
The following information on appropriate Personal Protective Equipment is provided to
assist employers in complying with OSHA regulations found in 29 CFR Subpart I
(beginning at 1910.132) or equivalent standard of Canada, or standards of EU member
states (including EN 149 for respiratory PPE, and EN 166 for face/eye protection), and
those of Japan. Please reference applicable regulations and standards for relevant
details
2. Respiratory Protection: Not required for properly ventilated areas. Maintain
airborne contaminant concentrations below guidelines listed above, if applicable. If
necessary, use only respiratory protection authorized in the U.S. Federal OSHA
Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR 1910.134), equivalent U.S. State
standards, Canadian CSA Standard Z94.4-93, the European Standard EN149, or EU
member states
3. Eye Protection: Safety glasses or goggles are recommended. If necessary, refer to
U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133, Canadian Standards, and the European Standard
EN166, Australian Standards, or relevant Japanese Standards.
4. Hand Protection: If necessary, refer to U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.138, the European
Standard DIN EN 374, the appropriate Standards of Canada, Australian Standards,
or relevant Japanese Standards
5. Body Protection: Use body protect appropriate to task being performed. If
necessary, refer to appropriate Standards of Canada, or appropriate Standards of the
EU, Australian Standards, or relevant Japanese Standards. If a hazard of injury to
the feet exists due to falling objects, rolling objects, where objects may pierce the
soles of the feet or where employee’s feet may be exposed to electrical hazards, use
foot protection, as described in U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.136.
SECTION IX: Physical and Chemical Properties
General Information:
1. Appearance (Physical State and Color): This product is a white powder

5. 2. Odor: Starch
3. Odor Threshold: Not Available
4. pH: ~5.5 (in 1% Solution)
5. Melting/Freezing Point: Not Available
6. Boiling Point: Not Available
7. Flash Point: Not applicable
8. Evaporation Rate: Not Available
9. Flammability (Solid; Gas): No
10. Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosion Limits: Not Available
11. Vapor Pressure (mm Hg @ 25°C (77° F): Not Available
12. Vapor Density: Not Available
13. Relative Density: Not Available
14. Specific Gravity: 1.5
15. Solubility in Water: Insoluble
16. Weight per Gallon: Not Available
17. Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not Available
18. Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not Available
19. Decomposition Temperature: Not Available
SECTION X: Stability and Reactivity
1. Reactivity: This product is not reactive.
2. Chemical stability: Stable under normal conditions.
3. Possibility of hazardous reactions: Will not occur
4. Conditions to Avoid Conditions to Avoid: Contact with incompatibles
5. Incompatible materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
6. Hazardous decomposition products: This product does not undergo spontaneous
decomposition. Typical combustion products are carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide,

6. nitrogen and water.
SECTION XI: Toxicological Information
1. Routes of Entry: Inhalation. Ingestion.
2. Toxicity to Animals:
LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
3. Chronic Effects on Humans: CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: A4 (Not classifiable for
human or animal.) by ACGIH.
4. Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant),
of ingestion, of inhalation.
5. Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
6. Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
7. Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Acute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: May cause mild skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Eyes: Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Inhalation: Excessive inhalation may cause minor respiratory irritation.
Ingestion: A low hazard for usual industrial handling
Chronic Potential Health Effects: no information.
SECTION XII: Ecological Information
1. Ecotoxicity: Not available.
2. BOD5 and COD: Not available.
3. Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long
term degradation products may arise.
4. Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
5. Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
6. Bioaccumulative Potential: No specific data available on this product
7. Mobility in Soil: No specific data available on this product.
8. Results of PBT and vPvB Assessment: No specific data available on this product.
9. Other Adverse Effects: No data available

7. 10. Water Endangerment Class: At present, there are no ecotoxicological assessments
for this product
SECTION XIII: Disposal Considerations
1. Waste Treatment Methods: Waste disposal must be in accordance with appropriate
U.S. Federal, State, and local regulations, those of Canada, Australia, EU Member
States and Japan.
2. EU Waste Code: Not determined
SECTION XIV: Transport Information
In accordance with DOT / TDG / IMDG / IATA
1. U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Shipping Regulations:
This product is classified (per 49 CFR 172.101) by the U.S. Department of
Transportation, as follows.
UN Identification Number: Non-Regulated Material
Proper Shipping Name: None
Hazard Class Number and Description: None
Packing Group: None
DOT Label(s) Required: None
North American Emergency Response Guidebook Number: None
RQ Quantity: None
2. Environmental Hazards:
Marine Pollutant: The components of this product are not designated by the
Department of Transportation to be Marine Pollutants (49 CFR 172.101, Appendix B).
3. Special Precaution for User: None
4. International Air Transport Association Shipping Information (IATA): This
product is not considered as dangerous goods.
5. International Maritime Organization Shipping Information (IMO): This product is
not considered as dangerous goods.
6. Transport in Bulk According to Annex II of Marpol 73/78 and IBC Code: This
product is not considered by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe to
be dangerous goods.
SECTION XV: Regulatory Information
1. US Federal regulations:
a. SARA Section 311/312 (Specific toxic chemical listings): None of the
ingredients is listed
b. SARA Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings): None of the ingredients

8. is listed
c. RCRA (hazardous waste code): None of the ingredients is listed
d. TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act): 9005-25-8 Not Regulated.
e. CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and
Liability Act): None of the ingredients is listed
2. International regulations:
a. Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL): 9005-25-8 Not Regulated.
b. Canadian NPRI Ingredient Disclosure list (limit 0.1%): None of the ingredients
is listed
c. Canadian NPRI Ingredient Disclosure list (limit 1%): None of the ingredients is
listed
3. US State regulations:
No additional information available
SECTION XVI: Other Information
Label Hazard Warning: As a part of good industrial and personal hygiene and safety
procedure, avoid all unnecessary exposure to the chemical substance and ensure prompt
removal from skin, eyes and clothing.
Label Precautions: None.
Label First Aid: Not applicable.
Product Use: Food, Paper, Textiles Industry and Printing Applications.