**** MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET ****
Chloramphenicol 100g
04815
**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****
MSDS Name: Chloramphenicol 100g
Catalog Numbers:
BPE904-100, C/4322
Synonyms:
Company Identification: Fisher Scientific UK
Bishop Meadow Road
Loughborough, Leicestershire
LE11 5RG, UK
For information, call: 01509 231166
For emergencies, call: 01509 231166
**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+-----------+---------------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |Haz Symbols| Risk Phrases |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|-----------|---------------+
| 56-75-7 |CHLORAMPHENICOL | | 200-287-4 |||
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+-----------+---------------+
Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
Risk Phrases: None Listed.
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available.
Potential Health Effects
The toxicological properties of this material have not been
investigated. Use appropriate procedures to prevent opportunities
for direct contact with the skin or eyes and to prevent inhalation.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Not available.
Skin:
Not available.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and
drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Not available.
Notes to Physician:
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or
alcohol-resistant foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Not available.
Storage:
Not available.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing
is possible.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to
prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize
contact with skin.
Respirators:
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149
approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the
positive pressure mode with emergency escape
provisions.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Solid
Color: Fine white to grayish-white or yellowish-white crystals.
Odor: Not available.
pH: 4.5-7.5 (sat soln.)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Viscosity: Not applicable.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 150-151C
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: 2.5 mg/ml (25 C)
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
Molecular Formula: C11H12Cl2N2O5
Molecular Weight: 323.0004
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Not available.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Acids - acid chlorides - acid anhydrides - oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide,
nitrogen.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 56-75-7: AB6825000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 56-75-7: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 1500 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 2500
mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
CHLORAMPHENICOL -
California: carcinogen; initial date 10/1/89
NTP: Suspect carcinogen
OSHA: Possible Select carcinogen
IARC: Group 2A carcinogen
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE ORGANIC, NOS
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2929
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE ORGANIC, NOS
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2929
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE ORGANIC, NOS
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2929
Packing group: II
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 56-75-7: 2
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits
Canada
CAS# 56-75-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 56-75-7 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 56-75-7: OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 1 mg/m3
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 56-75-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 2/18/1995 Revision #0 Date: Original.
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be
liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost
profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of
the possibility of such damages.
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