Product Name: Flavored Silica Gel
Synonyms: Silica, Silicon Dioxide, Flavored Desiccant
Product Use: Moisture Absorber, Humidity Control Agent, Sometimes Used in Food and Pharmaceutical Packaging (Non-Edible)
Manufacturer Information: Check label for supplier name, emergency contact, and non-emergency regulatory contact information
Recommended Restrictions: Do not ingest or use for human consumption; not classified as food or drug product
Emergency Phone: Available on packaging or via supplier
Hazard Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS; flavored additives may pose low-level irritation risk
Signal Word: Not required under GHS
Hazard Statement: Inhalation or ingestion can be dangerous; flavored additives may increase likelihood of accidental ingestion, especially with children or pets
Route of Exposure: Inhalation of dust, eye or skin contact, accidental ingestion
Precautionary Statements: Keep out of reach of children, avoid dust formation, wash hands after handling, do not eat, drink, or smoke when using
Potential Health Effects: Repeated exposure by inhaling fine dust can irritate mucous membranes, throat, and airways; swallowing can cause gastrointestinal discomfort
Chemical Name: Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
CAS Number: 7631-86-9
Weight Percentage: 85–99%
Flavored Additives: Natural or artificial flavors (aroma compounds, food-safe dyes, essential oils or lactones)
Preservatives: May contain trace food-grade anti-caking agents
Impurities: Generally free from regulated contaminants; full trace constituent disclosure available from suppliers
Other Ingredients: Minor inert binders or coating materials, food-contact safe, used for flavor encapsulation
Eye Contact: Flush with plenty of water, gently separate eyelids to flush out all particulates, seek medical help for continued irritation
Skin Contact: Rinse with cool water and mild soap, remove contaminated clothing, apply moisturizer if dryness or irritation develops
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep respiratory tract clear, drink water if throat irritation occurs, seek medical advice if symptoms persist
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, do not induce vomiting, consult a healthcare provider right away; observe especially if flavored product increases temptation to consume
Symptoms of Exposure: Itching, redness, mild throat discomfort, coughing
Advice for Physicians: Treat symptomatically; silica gel is not absorbed by body, but monitor for airway or gastrointestinal blockage in cases of ingestion
Flammability: Not flammable, does not support combustion
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use agent suitable for surrounding fire (carbon dioxide, water mist, dry chemical powder, foam)
Hazardous Combustion Products: In fire conditions, flavoring additives may decompose and produce trace nuisance fumes
Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear in case of massive dust cloud
Explosion Hazard: Fine dust can pose minor explosion risk in confined spaces under right conditions, though rarely achieved in practice
Advice for Firefighters: Move containers from fire if safe to do so, avoid inhaling decomposition fumes from flavoring agents
Personal Precautions: Avoid raising dust, ventilate area, wear gloves and mask to avoid skin or respiratory irritation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent bulk product from entering watercourses, as fine granules may persist in sediment
Cleanup Methods: Collect spilled material using non-sparking tools and place in sealable container for re-use or disposal; sweep up gently to avoid dust
Disposal Considerations: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, national regulations as non-hazardous solid waste; avoid mixing with food waste
Safe Handling: Handle in well-ventilated area; avoid contact with eyes and prolonged skin exposure, especially with open flavor capsules
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after use, remove any contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed, store in cool, dry place protected from moisture and sources of odors that may contaminate product
Incompatibilities: Avoid exposure to strong oxidizing agents, acids, or bases
Child and Pet Safety: Store in tamper-proof containers; flavored variants increase ingestion risk
Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL for inert dusts: 15 mg/m³ (total), 5 mg/m³ (respirable dust); ACGIH TLV: 10 mg/m³
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to control dust; keep process enclosed where possible
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask or NIOSH-approved respirator recommended for bulk handling
Eye/Face Protection: Safety glasses with side shields or goggles recommended during bulk transfer
Skin Protection: Gloves recommended for frequent handling, especially if flavored coatings are present
Other Controls: Protective clothing optional except in rare instances of known skin sensitivity to flavors or dyes
Physical State: Solid granules or beads
Color: White, clear, or color-tinted depending on flavoring dyes
Odor: Odorless to mildly aromatic due to flavor additives
Flavor: Detectable only by smell; never taste product
pH: 6–8 (aqueous suspension)
Melting Point: >1600°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Not volatile
Solubility: Insoluble in water
Density: 2.2–2.6 g/cm³
Stability in Storage: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature, non-reactive
Hazardous Reactions: Does not react dangerously with common substances; flavoring agents may be more prone to degradation or odor change at high heat
Conditions to Avoid: High humidity, strong acids, alkalis, strong oxidizers
Decomposition Products: Silica remains unchanged, flavors may break down to produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, organic acids in extreme conditions
Polymerization: Not known to occur
Acute Toxicity: Inert silica has low toxicity, though choking hazard exists; flavored additives increase risk of ingestion especially among children
Chronic Toxicity: Long-term exposure to silica dust linked to silicosis in occupational settings; not relevant for coarse beads in finished product
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild drying, low potential for irritation except in sensitive individuals
Eye Effects: May cause some mechanical irritation if dust enters eyes
Inhalation: Irritation of nose and throat possible with dust; flavor components do not significantly increase inhalation hazard
Ingestion: Not intended for consumption; ingestion can lead to nausea, vomiting, potential obstruction
Carcinogenicity: Amorphous silica not classified as carcinogenic; crystalline silica not present
Sensitization: Flavored additives very rarely cause allergic reactions
Ecotoxicity: Amorphous silica generally benign in small amounts; bulk spills can affect aquatic sediment
Persistence and Degradability: Silica beads do not degrade, may persist in environment; flavors break down over time
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Low; beads settle, do not leach
Other Adverse Effects: If released in large amounts, may interfere with aquatic digestion in filter feeders; flavored additives pose minimal additional ecological risk
Waste Disposal Methods: Non-hazardous solid waste; can be sent to landfill; do not encourage disposal by incineration due to flavorant fumes
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse and recycle or dispose of according to local regulations; remove flavor residues as much as possible
Special Precautions: Do not mix with food or animal feed waste; discourage flushing down drains or storm sewers
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous goods
Proper Shipping Name: Flavored Silica Gel
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: None
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Transport Precautions: Ensure sealed packaging to protect from moisture and scattering; avoid shipping with edible goods to prevent confusion and ingestion
OSHA Status: Not a regulated hazardous material
TSCA Inventory: Silicon dioxide listed
SARA Title III (Sections 311/312): Not subject to reporting
CERCLA: Not listed as a hazardous substance
California Prop 65: Does not contain listed substances
EU Regulations: Not classified as a hazardous substance under CLP Regulation (EC 1272/2008); meets food contact materials standards for non-edible use
Labeling Requirements: “Do Not Eat” required, enhanced warnings on flavored varieties due to ingestion risk
Other International Regulations: Check local country laws for additional requirements, especially in regulated sectors like food or pharmaceuticals
