Sucrose
Synonyms & Trade Names
Beet sugar, Cane sugar, Confectioner's sugar, Granulated sugar, Rock candy, Saccarose, Sugar, Table sugarExposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)OSHA PEL
TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)Physical Description
Hard, white, odorless crystals, lumps, or powder. [Note: May have a characteristic, caramel odor when heated.]Molecular Weight
342.3Boiling Point
DecomposesMelting Point
320-367°F (Decomposes)Solubility
200%Vapor Pressure
0 mmHg (approx)Ionization Potential
NASpecific Gravity
1.59Flash Point
NAUpper Exposive Limit
NALower Explosive Limit
NAMinimum Explosive Concentration
45 g/m3
Noncombustible Solid, but fine airborne dust may explode.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Oxidizers, sulfuric acid, nitric acidExposure Routes
inhalation, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
irritation eyes, skin, upper respiratory system; coughTarget Organs
Eyes, respiratory systemPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:No recommendation
Eyes:No recommendation
Wash skin:No recommendation
Remove:No recommendation
Change:No recommendation
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division