CHEMICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Chemical Formula: C11H12N2O2
Molecular Weight: 204.23
Percent Nitrogen: 13.45%
Description: Yellowish-white crystalline powder
Solubility in H2O: 1.136 g/ 100g water at 20ºC
Loss on Drying: 1.0% (Max)
Purity: 98.0% (Min)
Bulk Density kg/L: 0.20 – 0.30
NUTRITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
L-Tryptophan content: 98.0%
Crude Protein (%/16 g-N): 84.0%
Energy
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Guarantee
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Mean
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Swine2, DE
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6510 (kcal/kg)
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2950 (kcal/lb)
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Swine2, ME
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6120 (kcal/kg)
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2780 (kcal/lb)
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Swine2, NE
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4730 (kcal/kg)
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2150 (kcal/lb)
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Poultry3, ME
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5850 (kcal/kg)
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2650 (kcal/lb)
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STABILITY
Shelf Life (unopened packaging) – 3 years (20 kg bags); 1 year (500 kg totes)
Pelleting stability – Stable under commercial pelleting conditions
PACKAGING SPECIFICATIONS
Tryptophan 20 kg bags:
Pallet size – 40″ x 48″ (1.02 m x 1.22 m)
Stack pattern - 5 bags/layer; 10 bags high; Pallet Weight – 1000 kg (2,205 lbs.)
Pallet dimensions (stacked) – Width 40″ x Depth 48″ x Height 54″ (1.02 m x 1.22 m x 1.37 m)
Tryptophan 500 kg Tote:
Pallet size – 40″ x 48″(1.02 m x 1.22 m)
Tote Dimensions (Type D Chromiq Blue) – 91cm x 91cm x 90cm
Loop Size – (10.75″) Standard lift loops on all four (4) corners
Spout Dimensions – 36 cm (14″) diameter, 46 cm (18″) length
1. The Merck Index, 13th Edition (2001)
2. J. Noblet, INRA, France (Personal communications,
2000)
3. Larbier, INRA, France
The information contained herein is correct to the best of our knowledge. The recommendations
or
suggestions made in this document are made without guarantee or representation as
to result.
For animal feed only – not for human consumption
1. IDENTIFICATION
1.1. Product identifier
Trade Name: L-Tryptophan 98% Feed Grade
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the product
Indentified uses: This product shall exclusively be used in animal
nutrition. It shall not be used for any food application
1.3. Identification of the Company
Manufacturing and Distributer:
Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.
1116 Hwy 137
Eddyville, Iowa 52553
Phone: 641-969-4551 - Eddyville IA
773-380-7000 - Chicago, IL.
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC)No 1272/2008.
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Directive 67/548/EEC
2.2. Label Elements
Labeling according to regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]
Signal Word:
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Warning
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Hazard Statement:
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May form combustible concentration in air
H335: May cause respiratory irrittation
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Labeling according to Directive 67/548/EEC
2.3. Other Hazards:None
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Components:
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Concentration
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L-Tryptophan content
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98% (on a dry matter basis)
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Curd Protine (%/16 g-N)
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84% (on a dry matter basis)
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Synonyms:
(S)-α*amino-1-H-indole-3-propanoic acid (The Merck Index)
1-α-aminoindole-3-propionic acid (The Merck Index)
1- α-αmino-3-indolepropionic acid (The Merck Index)
2-amino-3-indolylpropanoic acid (The Merck Index)
1-β-3-indolylalanine (The Merck Index)
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Chemical Formula:C11H12N2O2
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No CAS:
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73-22-3
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No EINECS:
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200-795-6
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1. Description of first aid measures
If inhaled
In case of breathing trouble, immediately relocate to a fresh air environment. Seek
medical attention.
In case of skin contact
In case of exposure, wash with soap and copious amounts of water. If irritation
persists, seek medical attention.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Ensure adequate
flushing by separating eyelids with fingers. If contact lenses are worn, remove
lenses and continue rinsing. Seek medical attention.
If swallowed
Rinse mouth with water. If any trouble appears, seek medical attention.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
No data available
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
5.1. Extinguishing media
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder/foam.
5.2. Special hazards arising from substance or mixture
Warning - Product may form combustible concentrations when dispersed in air
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Wear protective clothing and breathing mast to protect from fumes
5.4. Further information
No data available
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
(See paragraph 8).
6.2. Environmental precautions
In case of release in large quantities, avoid releasing in sewers and water courses.
6.3. Methods and materials for containment and cleaning
Prevent spills from entering sewers and water courses.
Avoid dust generation and ventilate the area. Collect the product and place it in
bags or containers for later disposal and elimination as waste, according to local
legislation. After material has been removed, rinse the spill site with water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Follow good manufacturing practice and personal hygiene.
Standard precautions for powdered products or products generating dust:
- Avoid dust dispersion during grinding or blending operations
- Provide mechanical exhaust or ventilation
- Clean and eliminate dust from equipment regularly
- Use anti-static equipment
- Avoid heat sources and sparks.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
In the bags in which the product has been delivered.
Keep in dry conditions.
Keep away from ignition and heat sources. Avoid exposure to electrostatic discharge.
7.3. Specific end uses
No data available
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1. Control Parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
Does not contain any substance subject to an exposure limit value.
8.2. Exposure controls
Engineering controls
No data available
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
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Wear safety goggles in case of direct contact
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Body protection
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Wear protective clothes covering skin. Discard or wash protective clothes after
exposure to dust of the product.
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Skin protection
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Wear gloves, especially in case of extended contact
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Respiratory protection
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Wear a mask covering both nose and mouth.
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Signal Word
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Warning
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Precautionary Statement
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P261: Avoid breathing dust
P305+351+383: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses, if present
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance
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yellowish - White, crystalline powder
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Odor
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No particular odor
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pH
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4.5 to 7 (5% solution)
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Apparent Specific gravity
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0.2 to 0.3 kg/l
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Water solubility
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20°C: 1.136 g/ 100g
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Partition coefficient: n-octanol / water
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Log Pow = -1.04
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Auto ignition
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700°C [measure according to standards IEC-1241-2-1
Part 2, method B and EN 50281-2-1 (2000)]
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Minimum ignition energy
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MIE: 2.4 mj
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Cloud temperature
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MCIT:>580°C
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Explosive properties
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Pmax:8.1 bars
Kst: 250 bar.m.s-1
MEC:56 g/m3
The product is classified as an ST1 hazard
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9.2. Other safety information
Warning: May form combustible concentrations ini air when dispersed.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1. Reactivity
Exothermic reaction between 340°C and 360°C
10.2. Chemical stability
Stable if stored in dry conditions.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Warning: May form combustible concentrations in air when dispersed.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Avoid electrostatic sparks and ignition sources.
10.5. Incompatible materials
No data available on incompatible materials.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
No data available
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1. Acute toxicity
Acute oral toxicity: Not harmful when ingested: acute oral LD50 > 2000mg/kg
in rat.
Acute inhalation toxicity: Not harmful when inhaled: LC50 ≥ 5.26 g/m3
in rat.
11.2. Skin corrosion / irritation
'L-Tryptophan, technically pure' is not irritating to (human) skin (according to
EC standards, OJEC, L 110 A, Vol 36, 4 May 1993)
11.3. Serious eye damage / eye irritation
'L-Tryptophan, technically pure' is not irritation to (human) eyes (according to
EC standards, OJEC, L 110 A, Vol 36, 4 May 1993).
11.4. Respiratory or skin sensitization.
Not sensitizing for the skin(LLNA test)
11.5. Germ cell mutagenicity
Not mutagenic (Bacterial reverse mutation test, Gene nutation test at the TK-locus
of L5178Y cells, Chromosomal aberration test in cultured Chinese hamster Ovary (CHO)
cells). In vitro micronucleus test in cultures human lumphocytes, Bone marrow ('in
vivo')micronucleus test incorparated in a repeated- dose(13 week)oral toxicity study
in rats.
11.6. Carcinogenicity
Not carcinogenic
11.7. Reproductive toxicity
To the best knowledge of Ajinomoto, no effect on fetal development. 11.8. Specific
target organ toxicity – single exposure
No data available
11.9. Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure
No data available
11.10. Aspiration hazard
No data available
11.11. Signs and symptoms of exposure
No data available
11.12. Additional information
NOAEL (No adverse effect level, oral administration) is conservatively: 628 mg/kg
bw (90 day ingestion rats).
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1. Toxicity
Not toxic for animal and plant.
12.2. Persistence and degradability
Biodegradable
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
None.
12.4. Mobility in soil
No data available.
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No data available
12.6. Other adverse effects
When a large quantity of the product is released in a river or waste treatment plant,
the ecosystem or the functioning of the plant may be disturbed due to increased
demand in oxygen required to degrade the product (increase of the biological oxygen
demand – BOD - of water)
13. Disposal Consideration
Waste treatment methods
Treat wastes in accordance with the local // national legislation and or environmental
regulations that apply.
14. Transport Information
14.1. UN Number
ADR / RID: - IMDG: - IATA:
-
14.2. UN proper shipping name
ADR / RID: Not dangerous goods IMDG: Not dangerous
goods IATA: Not dangerous goods -
14.3. Transport hazard class (es)
ADR / RID: - IMDG: - IATA:
-
14.4. Packing group
ADR / RID: - IMDG: - IATA:
-
14.5. Environmental hazards
ADR / RID: No IMDG Marine pollutant: No IATA:
No
14.6. Special precautions for user
No data available
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations / legislation specific for
the substance or mixture
‘L-Tryptophan, technically pure’ (Commercial name: L-Tryptophan 98% Feed Grade is
in the scope of Regulation (EC) No 1831 / 2003 of 22 / 09 / 2003 on additives for
use in animal nutrition (OJ EU n◦ L 268 of 18 / 10 / 2003), category: “nutritional
additives”, functional group: “amino acids, their salts and analogues”. It is approved
for all animal species.
15.2. Chemical Safety Assessment
No data available
16. OTHER INFORMATION:None