Synonyms: isoephedrine, psi-ephedrine, d-psi-2-methylamino-1-phenyl-1-propanol, (1s,2s)-pseudoephedrine
Molecular formula: C₁₀H₁₅NO
CAS No: 90-82-4
EINECS No: 202-018-6

Physical data

Appearance: white crystals
Melting point: 116 - 119 C
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Stability

Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. May discolour upon exposure to light.

Toxicology

Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through skin. Eye, skin and respiratory irritant.

Toxicity data
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ORL-RAT LD50 660 mg kg^-1
ORL-MUS LD50 500 mg kg^-1
IVN-MUS LD50 88 mg kg^-1

Risk phrases
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R20 R21 R22 R36 R37 R38.

Transport information

Non-hazardous for air, sea and road freight.

Personal protection

Safety glasses, adequate ventilation.

Safety phrases
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S26 S36 S37 S39.

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