Product Name: beta-Aminoimidazole-4-propanol dihydrochloride
Synonyms: 4-(2-Amino-1H-imidazol-5-yl)propan-1-ol dihydrochloride
Chemical Formula: C6H12Cl2N4O
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemical, synthesis intermediate
Manufacturer Details: Chemical supply companies and research distributors
Contact for Emergency: National Chemical Safety Agency, local hospital toxicology unit, poison control center
Emergency Phone: Refer to supplier or national poison service
Classification: Eye irritation (Category 2A); Skin irritation (Category 2); Acute toxicity, oral (Category 4)
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation; causes skin irritation; harmful if swallowed
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Signal Word: Warning
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust; wash hands thoroughly after handling; use protective gloves and eye protection; do not eat, drink or smoke while handling this product; if in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; obtain medical attention if discomfort persists
Chemical Identity: beta-Aminoimidazole-4-propanol dihydrochloride
Concentration: ≥97%
CAS Number: 123456-78-9
Other Components: Trace water, minimal impurities
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air; keep comfortable for breathing; seek medical attention if symptoms occur
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing; rinse skin with water; seek medical attention for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse gently with water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; continue rinsing; obtain medical care as soon as possible
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; seek medical attention; do not induce vomiting unless instructed by medical personnel
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Releases toxic fumes under combustion, including nitrogen oxides, hydrogen chloride gas
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Advice for Firefighters: Move containers from fire area if it can be done without risk; prevent fire-fighting runoff from entering drains
Personal Precautions: Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing; ventilate area
Spill Cleanup: Absorb spill with inert material such as vermiculite, sweep up and place in suitable container for disposal
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering waterways, sewers or soil
Measures for Safe Handling: Contain and collect spillage for proper disposal; avoid raising dust
Precautions for Handling: Wear appropriate protective equipment; avoid inhaling dust or powder; handle in well-ventilated areas
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location; keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, lab fume hood, or equivalent
Personal Protection: Wear protective gloves, safety goggles, lab coat, and dust mask; have eyewash and safety shower available in working area
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling and before eating; do not eat, drink or smoke in work area
Form: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless or faint amine-like smell
pH (1% solution): 3.0–5.0
Melting Point/Range: 220–225°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes on heating)
Solubility: Soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Relative Density: ~1.4 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to moisture, high temperatures
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids or bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, hydrogen chloride, carbon oxides
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Not reported under normal conditions of use
Routes of Exposure: Eyes, skin, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Effects: Causes eye and skin irritation, harmful if swallowed
Symptoms: Redness, tearing, pain (eyes); redness, dryness (skin); nausea, abdominal discomfort (ingestion)
Chronic Effects: No known chronic toxicity specific to this compound
LD50 (oral, rat): Information not fully available; structurally similar materials suggest moderate toxicity
Carcinogenicity: No current data supporting carcinogenic potential
Mutagenicity: No current data
Reproductive Toxicity: No current data
Ecotoxicity: No specific data, but similar compounds suggest low to moderate aquatic toxicity
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to be partially biodegradable based on chemical structure
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low, due to high water solubility
Mobility in Soil: Likely to have high mobility if released into the environment due to solubility in water
Aquatic Release: Avoid direct release to water systems
Additional Information: No known significant effects or critical hazards under normal handling
Disposal Methods: Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse, offer for recycling if available, otherwise dispose as hazardous waste
Special Precautions: Use licensed chemical waste disposal company; never dispose into the environment or public sewer
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous according to transportation regulations
Proper Shipping Name: Laboratory reagent, not hazardous for ground, air, or sea transport under standard conditions
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not applicable
Additional Information: Handle and ship in accordance with local requirements and transport regulations; ensure packaging prevents release of dust
US TSCA: Listed or exempt
ECHA REACH: Not pre-registered
WHMIS Classification: Not controlled
SARA 313: Not listed
California Proposition 65: Not listed
OSHA: No specific regulation
Other National Regulations: Comply with chemical handling and environmental protection acts as required by local laws
Providing high-quality chemical products and logistics solutions for global trade partners.
