Lemon Juice

Identification of the Substance and Supplier

Identification of the Product	Lemon juice. Prepared by the centrifugation and pasteurization of juice extracted from fresh lemons.
Trade Name	S/S Lemon Pasteurized Centrifuged, P.N. 112120, 112121, 112124 Synonyms: NFC Lemon Juice, S/S Lemon Juice, Single Strength Lemon Juice.
Reference	FDA standard of identity 21 CFR 146.146
Type of product and use	For use as a condiment. A natural fruit juice ingredient for the manufacture of beverages.
Company identification	Ventura Coastal LLC 2325 Vista Del Mar Drive Ventura, CA 93002
Emergency Telephone	North America: 800-424-9300 (Chemtrek) International: 703-527-3887 (Call Collect)
General Information Telephone	805-653-7000

Hazards Identification

General	The main hazard associated with this product is its mild acidity, due to the content of naturally occurring citric acid.
GHS Hazard Category:	H316 Causes mild skin irritation H320 Causes eye irritation. (eye irritant category 2B)
GHS label elements	Signal Word: Warning H316 - Causes mild skin irritation H320 – Causes eye irritation
Prevention	P262 – Do not get in eyes P264 – Wash thoroughly after handling P280 – Wear eye protection
Response	P305+P351+P338 – IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Disposal	P501 – Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations

Composition/Information On Ingredients

Substance/Preparation	Substance
Ingredient Name WT% CAS No. EINECS No. GHS Hazard Code Lemon juice 100% none not listed H316, H320
The above product is considered to be a "food" as defined in the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 201 (f)).

First Aid Measures

After eye contact	Remove any contact lenses at once. Flush eyes well with large quantities of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media	Substance is nonflammable, use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire
Special exposure hazards	When heated to dryness and decomposition under fire conditions, this product may release carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other decomposition products of undetermined hazard.
Protect against fire	As with any fire situation, full face, self-contained breathing apparatus and appropriate protective clothing should be worn.

Accidental Release Measures

After spillage / leakage	Absorb spillage on suitable inert media and place in closed container. Safety glasses with side guards should be worn to prevent injury from flying particles and/or other eye contact with this product
Waste Handling, Disposal	Dispose of absorbed spillage according to local regulations
Environmental Precautions	The product is not toxic. Small spills may be flushed with water

Handling and Storage

Handling	Avoid eye and skin contact. Protect against physical damage to containers. As with all semi-finished materials, prudent industrial practices should be employed to minimize contact with eyes.
Storage	Store frozen to prevent spoilage and maintain freshness.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Ingredients with Limit Values	This product does not contain any ingredients with critical values that need to be monitored in the workplace.
Personal protection	Respiratory protection: Not required. Skin Protection: Use skin protection appropriate to the conditions of use. Hand Protection: Wear suitable gloves resistant to chemical penetration. Eye Protection: Safety glasses with side guards should be worn to prevent injury from flying droplets and/or other eye contact with this product.

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance	Physical state: Turbid liquid Color: pale yellow Odor: Citrus, lemon
Physical Data	Initial boiling point: not applicable. Apparent Density at 20º C (kg/L): 1.03 Solubility: soluble in water. Solution is turbid. pH value: >2 Flash point: not applicable.

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability	Stable
Hazardous Polymerization	Will not occur

Toxicological Information

Potential Acute Health Effects	Skin contact: No irritant effect. Eye contact: May cause eye irritation. Inhalation: No irritant effect.
Acute Toxicity	RTECS #: Lemon juice--Not listed Irritation Data: Not available Tumorigenic Effects Data: Not available.
Over-exposure signs/symptoms	Eye: Adverse symptoms: irritation, redness

Ecological Information

Environmental Effects	No specific information or data

Disposal Considerations

Disposal

May be harmful to the environment if released in large quantities. Inform appropriate authorities if entry of spillage into sewers/water courses cannot be prevented. This product should be handled in accordance with instructions given under Sections 6, 7 and 8. Collect larger spills and dispose of in accordance with National and Local laws. Disposal of surplus product via a licensed waste disposal contractor only.

Disposal Precautions

No special precautions

Transportation Information

General	US DOT—not regulated as a hazardous material
Marine pollutant	No

Regulatory Information

Inventory Status	Not listed on TSCA, not listed EINECS/ELINCS.
U.S. Regulations	OSHA—permissible exposure limit not listed US FDA: generally recognized as safe U.S. Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III: This product is not listed in SARA 313 Toxic Release Chemicals.
EU Risk(R),Safety(S)	Xi -- Irritant R 36- Irritating to the eyes. S 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.

Other Information

The contents of this SDS are written by the manufacturer, Ventura Coastal LLC, in accordance with the UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) and with reference to the requirements of EC Commission Directive EU 1272/2008

While The Company believes that the data contained herein are factual, the data are not to be taken as a warranty or representation for which The Company assumes legal responsibility. They are offered solely for your consideration, investigation and verification. Any of these data and information must be determined by the user to be in accordance with applicable National and Local Laws and Regulations. Ventura Coastal LLC makes no warranty of any kind, express or implied, concerning the safe use of this material in your process or in combination with other substances.

Originally prepared, Ventura Coastal Corp, 03/15/2006. Revised 03/26/2015; reformatted to comply with UN GHS standards.