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Material Safety Data Sheet
Indole-3-propionic acid
1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Indole-3-propionic acidContact information:

Catalog Code: 30631012-1

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4150 Tuller Rd
Suite 228, Dublin, OH 43017, USA

CAS#: 830-96-6
RTECS: NM1329000
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory : Indole-3-propionic acid
CI#: Not available.

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Synonym: Indolepropionic acid; beta-Indolepropionic acid; 3-(3In case of a chemical emergency, contact localIndolyl)propanoic acidhospital.
Chemical Name: 3-(3-Indolyl)propanoic acid

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Chemical Formula: C11H11NO2
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name
Indole-3-propionic acidCAS#830-96-6% by Weight-Toxicological Data on Ingredients:
Not available.

3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Caution: Avoid contact and inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

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TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate
flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.
Serious Skin Contact: Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek
medical attention.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.
Serious Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion: If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.

5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Product of Combustion: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.

6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site
after material pickup is complete.
Large Spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreadingwater on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
7: Handling and Storage
Precautions: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.

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Storage: Keep tightly closed. Store at -20°C.

8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
Personal Protection: Respiratory: Wear dust mask.
Hand: Protective gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Dust respirator. Gloves.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State and Appearance: Solid (Fine crystals).
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 189.21g/mole
Color: Slightly beige
pH(1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: 133 °C
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: Not available.
Vapour Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: Not available.
Solubility: Not available.

10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.

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Conditions of Instability: Not available.
Incompatibility with various substances: Strong oxidizing agents.
Corrosivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.

11:Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Skin contact. Eye contact. Ingestion. Inhalation.
Toxicity to Animals:Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.
12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Product of Biodegradation: Not available.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix thematerial with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Observe
all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material.

4Identification: Not available.
Special Provisions for Transport: This substance is considered to be non-hazardous for transport.

15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory : Indole-3-propionic acid
Other Regulations: EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION
S: 22 24/25
Safety Statements: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS(Canada): Not available.
DSCL(EEC): Not available.
HMIS(U.S.A):
Health Hazard: 1
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection:
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A):
Health: 1
Flammability: 0Reactivity: 0Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment: Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Safety goggles.
16: Other Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
Created: 09/10/2006 10:16:14 AM
Last Updated: 11/12/2008 9:57:37 AMDisclaimer
This product is offered by bioWORLD for research, laboratory or further manufacturing use. Not for human use orconsumption.
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information for their particular purposes.In no event shall Bio-World.com 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 Bio-World.com has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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