- Semolina

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview WARNING May form combustible dust concentrations in air (during processing).

Prevention

Avoid generating fine dust dispersed in air in sufficient concentrations, and in the presence of an ignition source

Response

When responding to explosion or any subsequent fire, DO NOT use high pressure extinguishing agent as this may spread the dust and may create an additional ignitable dust cloud. Storage/Disposal - Dispose of content and/or container in accordance with local, regional, national, and/or international regulations.

Potential health effects

Eyes – Direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation Skin – None known. Inhalation – Dust may irritate the respiratory system. Ingestion – Expected to be a low ingestion hazard. Inhalation Acute (immediate) – May cause irritation Chronic (delayed) – According to ACGIH, repeated and prolonged exposure to flour may cause lung effects referred to as “Baker’s Lungs” or allergic sensitization resulting in what is referred to as “Baker’s Asthma”. Skin Acute (immediate) – Under normal conditions of use, no health effects are expected. Chronic (delayed) – Under normal conditions of use, no health effects are expected. Eye Acute (immediate) – May cause irritation Chronic (delayed) – Under normal conditions of use, no chronic effects are expected. Ingestion Acute (immediate) – No effects are expected for most people. Listed as food allergen. Chronic (delayed) – Under normal conditions of use, no chronic effects are expected.

Potential chronic health

May cause allergic reaction in persons sensitive to wheat proteins.

Environmental effects

Not expected to be harmful to aquatic organisms Physical Descriptions Form – Solid Color – Creamy yellow particles Odor – No data available Flash Point – Not relevant