Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
General Information
Version
6
Revision date
2025-12-18
Product name
Stearic acid
Product Synonyms
Octadecanoic acid
CAS No.
57-11-4
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, 800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Warning Hazard Statements May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Prevention
Keep container tightly closed Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking
Response
In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Combustible Dusts
