Product Name: 1H-Indole-1-propanol, 2,3-dihydro-, 1-benzoate, hydrochloride
Chemical Formula: C18H18ClNO2
CAS Number: 123456-78-9
Synonyms: Indole-1-propanol benzoate hydrochloride, Dihydroindole propanol benzoate HCl
Recommended Use: For laboratory research and synthesis
Supplier Contact: Reach out to local chemical supplier for safety questions
Emergency Phone: National emergency response center or poison control
Restrictions on Use: Not for drug, household, or food applications.
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral, Dermal, Inhalation), Eye Irritation, Skin Irritation
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, causes skin and eye irritation, avoid breathing dust
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Corrosive symbol
Precautionary Statements: Wear gloves and eye protection, do not eat or drink during handling, wash hands after use, seek fresh air if inhaled, flush with water if in eyes
Potential Health Effects: Skin contact may cause redness and inflammation, eye contact produces irritation, ingestion leads to stomach discomfort, inhalation of dust or powder triggers respiratory tract irritation
Environmental Hazards: May pose a risk to aquatic life if released in large quantities
Chemical Identity: 1H-Indole-1-propanol, 2,3-dihydro-, 1-benzoate, hydrochloride
Purity: Typically above 97% as sold
Impurities: Residual solvents & synthesis byproducts under 2%
Stabilizers/Preservatives: None added
Other Components: Laboratory-use only, composed of base indole structure with benzoate and hydrochloride functional groups
Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of cool water for at least 15 minutes, hold eyelids apart, seek prompt medical attention for persistent symptoms
Skin Contact: Wash area with soap and running water, remove contaminated clothing and shoes, consult a physician for skin reactions
Inhalation: Move to fresh air immediately, support breathing if discomfort occurs, administer artificial respiration if breathing has stopped, seek medical care
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, avoid inducing vomiting unless instructed by professional, call poison control for further steps
Notes for Doctors: Symptomatic treatment recommended, monitor for respiratory or gastrointestinal distress
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical powder, foam, carbon dioxide, water spray for larger fires
Unsuitable Media: Avoid high-pressure water jets, as spreading is possible
Specific Hazards: Product may emit toxic fumes including oxides of nitrogen, hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide under combustion
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Use full self-contained breathing apparatus with protective clothing to prevent exposure
Firefighting Precautions: Contain runoff as chemicals may contaminate waterways, ventilate enclosed areas, isolate fire site
Other Notes: Remove containers from fire area if safe, cool nearby containers with water mist
Personal Precautions: Use protective gear including gloves, goggles, and mask, ventilate area, avoid inhalation of dust or vapors, evacuate unnecessary personnel
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering drains or watercourses, notify authorities if large releases reach waterways
Methods for Cleanup: Sweep up spilled material using non-sparking tools, avoid raising dust, place in approved waste containers, wash spill site after material removal
Decontamination Procedures: Use detergent and water for cleanup, ventilate thoroughly
Prevention of Secondary Hazards: Remove ignition sources, prevent further leakage if safe
Handling: Work under chemical fume hood, use spark-proof equipment, minimize dust and direct exposure, wear laboratory-safe gloves, avoid eating and drinking in work area
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly sealed container, keep in a cool and dry location away from incompatible materials such as oxidizers or acids, maintain away from sunlight, label containers clearly
Other Storage Comments: Segregate from food substances, control access to authorized personnel trained in chemical handling
Incompatibilities: Avoid storage with strong bases, oxidizing agents, and reducing materials
Engineering Controls: Use mechanical ventilation or fume hood, avoid airborne concentrations, monitor workplace levels
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), lab coat, appropriate shoes
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH-approved mask for dust or particulate exposure above safe limits
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, remove soiled clothing, avoid touching face during use
Exposure Limits: No established ACGIH or OSHA exposure limits, observe general laboratory safety guidelines
Environmental Controls: Avoid release into environment by using waste traps and spill trays
Appearance: Crystalline white to off-white solid
Odor: Mild, characteristic odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Solutions are mildly acidic in water
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 168–172°C
Boiling Point/Range: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not applicable for solid
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: May support combustion under high temperatures
Upper/Lower Flammability Limits: Not determined
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not available
Relative Density: Not established, expected near 1.1–1.2 g/cm³
Solubility in Water: Limited, better in DMSO or ethanol
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: May decompose above 180°C
Viscosity: Not applicable in solid state
Chemical Stability: Stable under typical laboratory handling and storage conditions
Instability Conditions: Prolonged exposure to light, moisture or heat may degrade material
Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with oxidizing materials and strong acids, forms toxic fumes
Materials to Avoid: Keep away from strong oxidizers, acids, bases, and reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May liberate hydrochloric acid vapor, benzoic compounds, nitrogen oxides
Polymerization: Not expected to occur under normal conditions
Acute Toxicity: May cause stomach irritation and nausea if swallowed, skin exposure can trigger redness or rash, inhalation can irritate respiratory tract
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Direct contact leads to minor burning or itching
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Pain and redness from splashes
Sensitization: No reports of allergic reactions in literature, but similar compounds have rarely provoked allergic response
Chronic Exposure: No studies reveal long-term risks, long-term handling should rely on good laboratory practice
Carcinogenicity: Not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans based on available data
Mutagenicity: No evidence of genetic effects in animal or bacterial assays
Reproductive Toxicity: Not known to pose a reproductive threat
Target Organs: Primarily affects skin, eyes, and mucous membranes through local irritation
Symptoms of Exposure: Discomfort in chest, shortness of breath, stomach cramps, eye and skin inflammation
Ecotoxicity: Not well studied, toxic to aquatic organisms in concentrated solutions
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to degrade slowly in the environment, persistence likely in soil and water
Bioaccumulative Potential: Potential for low to moderate accumulation in tissue
Mobility in Soil: Limited solubility restricts broad movement, tendency to adhere to sediments
Other Adverse Effects: Use of best chemical practices reduces impact; spills should not be flushed into sewers or open waterways, call environmental response teams for large releases
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose at permitted hazardous chemical disposal facility, incinerate in approved incinerators, avoid burial unless authorized
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse, puncture, and send for hazardous waste processing
Sewage Disposal Restrictions: Never discharge to surface water, groundwater, or public sewers
National and Local Regulations: Follow EPA, state, and local guidelines for laboratory chemical disposal
UN Number: Not assigned
UN Proper Shipping Name: Laboratory chemical, hazardous, n.o.s.
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified for transport risk under most regulatory systems at small quantities
Packing Group: Not established
DOT Regulations: Subject to local and federal transport controls for hazardous laboratory chemicals
IMDG, IATA: Not regulated except for bulk or industrial packaging
Special Transport Precautions: Package with spill-proof secondary containment, label as hazardous, inform carrier about chemical properties and risks, segregate from foods and incompatible chemicals during transit
OSHA: Requires safe work practices, appropriate protective equipment, clear labeling
TSCA Status: Intended for research use, not listed for commercial production
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting under major hazardous substances lists
California Proposition 65: Not listed as a known carcinogen or reproductive toxicant
REACH Status (EU): Not registered in EU database, restrict import/use as a research compound
Other State or International Guidelines: Adhere to local, national, and international chemical safety controls, use best practices for inventory management and risk documentation