Sucralose Extra Pure

1. Basic Identification Attributes

• Chemical Name: Sucralose
  • CAS Number: 56038-13-2
  • HS Code: 2932.20.00
  • Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₉Cl₃O₈
  • Synonyms:

• 1,6-Dichloro-1,6-dideoxy-β-D-fructofuranosyl-4-chloro-4-deoxy-α-D-galactopyranoside

2. Physical & Chemical Properties

• Physical State: White crystalline powder
  • Color & Odor: White, odorless
  • Melting Point: Approximately 125 °C (decomposes)
  • Density: ~1.59 g/cm³
  • Solubility:
• Highly soluble in water (~58 g/100 mL at 20 °C)
• Slightly soluble in ethanol
  • pH Level: Neutral to slightly acidic in solution
  • Vapor Pressure: Negligible
  • Flash Point: Not applicable

3. Safety & Hazard Attributes

Hazard Class (GHS Classification):

• Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory agencies
  • NFPA Ratings:
• Health: 0
• Flammability: 0
• Reactivity: 0
  • Exposure Limits:
• No established OSHA PEL or ACGIH TLV
  • Reactivity:
• Stable under normal conditions

4. Storage & Handling Attributes

Storage Conditions:

• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
  • Incompatible Materials:
• Strong oxidizing agents
  • Container Type:
• Sealed plastic or glass containers
  • Shelf Life:
• Stable for several years if stored properly
  • Special Handling Requirements:
• Use gloves and dust mask if handling large quantities

5. Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

Regulatory Status:

• Approved as a food additive and sweetener by FDA, EFSA, and other regulatory bodies
  • Transportation Restrictions:
• Not classified as hazardous
  • Waste Disposal Method:
• Dispose according to local environmental regulations

6. Environmental & Health Impact

Ecotoxicity:

• Low environmental toxicity
  • Persistence in Environment:
• Moderately persistent; biodegrades slowly in natural conditions
  • Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity:
• Not classified as carcinogenic or mutagenic
  • Biodegradability:
• Not readily biodegradable but considered environmentally safe in typical use