Chemical Name: Imidazole-4-propanol, beta-amino-, dihydrochloride
CAS Number: 868844-74-0
Synonyms: 4-(3-Aminopropyl)-1H-imidazol-5-ol dihydrochloride
Product Use: Laboratory chemicals, research and development
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GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS criteria
Signal Word: No signal word required
Hazard Statements: May be irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, wash hands thoroughly after handling, wear suitable protective clothing
Other Hazards: No information on combustible dust hazard, no evidence of carcinogenicity in available sources
Chemical Identity: Imidazole-4-propanol, beta-amino-, dihydrochloride
Concentration: 100% (pure solid)
Molecular Formula: C6H12N4O · 2HCl
Molecular Weight: Approximately 231.12 g/mol
Impurities: No known hazardous impurities reported by suppliers
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and flush skin with plenty of soap and water; seek attention if irritation occurs
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; if breathing is difficult or abnormal, seek immediate medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; don’t induce vomiting; seek medical attention
Notes to Physician: Treat symptoms and provide supportive care as necessary
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Strong water jets; may spread material
Hazardous Combustion Products: Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Additional Advice: Fight fire from upwind to avoid inhalation of hazardous vapors; cool containers with water spray
Personal Precautions: Wear respirator, gloves, and chemical splash goggles; avoid creating dust and inhaling material
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering soil, sewers, and waterways
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up gently, collect in suitable container for disposal; ventilate area after cleanup
Safe Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; use fume hood or equivalent local exhaust; prevent formation of dust
Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials; store at room temperature or as recommended on label
Incompatibilities: Strong acids and bases, strong oxidizing or reducing agents
Engineering Controls: Use with adequate ventilation such as a chemical fume hood; no exposure limit values established for this compound by OSHA, ACGIH, or NIOSH
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical splash safety goggles, laboratory gloves (nitrile recommended), lab coat
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirator if handling large quantities or in absence of adequate ventilation
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after use, avoid eating/drinking/smoking in work area, remove contaminated clothing promptly
Appearance: White to off-white solid, crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless or faint characteristic odor
pH: 4.0 - 5.0 (10% solution in water)
Melting Point: No literature value, decomposition may occur
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Not determined
Solubility: Soluble in water
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Density: ~1.3 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not determined
Explosive Properties: Not classified as explosive
Oxidizing Properties: No oxidizing properties expected
Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures if stored as recommended
Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization expected
Hazardous Decomposition Products: HCl, CO2, CO, nitrogen oxides
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, contact with incompatible substances
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, and bases
Acute Toxicity: Data not available for oral, inhalation, or dermal toxicity in humans or animals
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild to moderate skin irritation on prolonged contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause irritation, redness, or discomfort if splashed in eyes
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not expected to be a sensitizer
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No data available
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No data available
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: No information provided by manufacturer
Symptoms of Exposure: Cough, sneezing, skin rash, redness
Ecotoxicity: No data available for aquatic or terrestrial toxicity
Persistence and Degradability: No information on biodegradability
Bioaccumulative Potential: No data on bioaccumulation in aquatic or terrestrial organisms
Mobility in Soil: Expected to be mobile in aqueous environments due to solubility
Other Adverse Effects: No known significant effects or critical hazards
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of material via licensed chemical waste contractor; follow all federal, state, and local environmental regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers thoroughly before recycling or disposal; treat rinsate as hazardous waste
Special Precautions: Do not allow product to reach drains, ground water, or surface water
UN Number: Not classified as hazardous for transportation
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as dangerous for the environment
Transport Precautions: Prevent leakage; keep in tightly closed container; protect from moisture during transport
US Regulations: Not listed on TSCA Inventory; intended for R&D use only; not subject to SARA Title III or CERCLA reporting requirements
EU Regulations: Not subject to REACH; not included in candidate list of SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern)
Canada: Not listed on DSL or NDSL
Other International Regulations: No information available under Japanese, Australian, or Korean chemical control laws
Label Elements: Laboratory chemical; handle according to good laboratory safety practice
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