Chlorpromazine Hydrochloride Intensol

Safety (MSDS) data for chlorpromazine hydrochloride  

Safety (MSDS) data for chlorpromazine hydrochloride


General

    Synonyms: 2-chloro-10-(3-dimethylaminopropyl)phenothiazine monohydrochloride, thorazine, neurazine, propaphen, promacid, sonazine, torazina, chloracetil, numerous other trade names
    Use: anti-emetic, antipsychotic drug
    Molecular formula: C17H19ClN2S.HCl
    CAS No: 69-09-0
    EC No:

Physical data

    Appearance: creamy white crystalline powder
    Melting point: ca. 193 C (decomposes)
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    Water solubility: moderate
     

Stability

    Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Air and light sesnsitive.

Toxicology

    Poison. Experimental teratogen. May cause reproductive defects. Irritant. May lead to dermatitis in sensitized individuals.

    Toxicity data
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    IPR-RAT LD50 62 mg kg-1
    SCU-RAT LD50 140 mg kg-1
    IVN-RAT LD50 25 mg kg-1
    ORL-RAT LD50 145 mg kg-1
    ORL-WMN TDLO 6 mg kg-1
    IVN-RBT LD50 5 mg kg-1

    Risk phrases
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    R36 R37 R38 R47.

Transport information

    (The meaning of any UN hazard codes which appear in this section is given here.)
    UN No 2811. Hazard class 6.1. Packing group III.

Personal protection

    Safety glasses, good ventilation. Gloves.

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