Description:
Chemical name:

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Molecular formula and weight:
Identity (As Used on Label and List):
CAS #:

X-Gluc CHA salt
5-bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-beta-deltaglucuronic acid
C20H26BrClN2O7 / 521.8
X-Gluc114162-64-0

Section I Hazardous Ingredients / Identity Information
General Information

Harmful; may cause sensitization byinhalation and skin contact. Wear suitable
protective clothing

Section II Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Method Used)
Flammable Limits
Extinguishing MediaSpecial Fire Fighting Procedures
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards

No data available.
NAWater spray, carbon dioxide, extinguishingpowder or foam.
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contactwith skin and eyes.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes in a fire.

Section III Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Appearance and Odour
Melting Point
Solubility in Water
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg)

Odourless, crystalline white powder.
230°C.
Soluble.
No data available.

Section IV Reactivity Data
Stability
Conditions to Avoid
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
Hazardous Decomposition
Hazardous Polymerization

Stable, under normal handling and storageconditions.
Contact with strong oxidants, fire.
Strong oxidizing agents.
NAWill not occur

Section V Health Hazard & First Aid Information
Potential health effects and symptoms of exposure
EYESCauses irritation.
SKIN
May cause irritation. May be absorbed
through the skin.
INGESTION
May be harmful.
INHALATIONMay cause irritation to the respiratory tract.
May be harmful.
CARCINOGENICITY
No data available.

Emergency & First Aid Procedures
EYES
SKIN
INGESTIONINHALATION

Rinse opened eyes for several minutes
under running water. Get medical attention ifeyes become irritating.
Wash skin with water and soap and rinse
thoroughly. Remove contaminated clothing.
Rinse mouth. Drink plenty of water. Get
medical attention if irritating or symptoms
occur.
If inhaled, remove victim to fresh air. If notbreathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen and get
medical attention.

Section VI Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
OCCUPATIONAL SPILLS
Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 7.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Clean up spills immediately. Sweep up or absorb material, then place it into container fordisposal. Avoid generating dustyconditions. Provide ventilation. Wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
Section VII Guidelines for Safe Handling
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
HYGIENE MEASURESEYE PROTECTIONPROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Not required.
Keep away from foodstuffs and beverages.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Do not eat, drink or smoke while working
with products.
Safety goggles (glasses).
Protective gloves, a lab coat.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Keep container tightly closed. Avoid
ingestion and inhalation. Good laboratory
technique should be used when handling.
Keep container tightly closed. Store at -20°C
in the dark.

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