Product Name: L-4-(2-Amino-1-hydroxyethyl)-1,2-benzenediol bitartrate
Chemical Formula: C10H15NO6
Common Name: No widely-used common name published
Synonyms: Not widely established
Supplier: Sourcing details usually provided on official purchasing documents
Uses: Intermediate for biochemical research and specific pharmaceutical synthesis
Emergency Contact: Refer to provider’s MSDS emergency phone system or Poison Control
Recommended Uses: Restricted to scientific, diagnostic, and industrial lab procedures
Global Harmonized System Classification: Classification for skin and eye irritation, specifics based on test data
Acute Health Effects: Direct contact leads to skin or serious eye irritation; harmful if ingested
Chronic Health Effects: Prolonged or repeat exposure can cause dermatitis; no conclusive evidence of carcinogenic properties
Symptoms of Exposure: Redness, swelling, itching, watery eyes, possible respiratory irritation on inhalation
Environmental Hazards: Not regarded as acutely dangerous to the environment, yet not enough evidence for safety in aquatic systems
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Pictograms: Exclamation mark for irritation; absence of chemical symbol for environmental risk
Chemical Name: L-4-(2-Amino-1-hydroxyethyl)-1,2-benzenediol bitartrate
CAS Number: Not universally assigned; needs confirmation from laboratory source
Purity: Typically over 98% for research-grade stock
Impurities: Trace solvents or byproducts possible from manufacturing
Other Components: No other listed components in pure form; may be blended with excipients for some applications
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with tepid water for at least 15 minutes, keep eyelids open, remove contacts, seek medical attention if irritation remains
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, strip contaminated clothing, watch for skin reactions
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, keep them relaxed and warm, deliver oxygen if breathing issues appear, consult doctor for persistent symptoms
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, avoid inducing vomiting, take medical help if feeling unwell develops
Advice for Medical Responders: Show product label or MSDS to caregivers; focus on symptomatic treatment; keep track of airway, breathing, and circulation
Suitable Extinguishing Agents: Use dry chemical powder, foam, carbon dioxide, or water spray from a safe distance
Specific Hazards from Combustion: Combustion may produce oxides of carbon and nitrogen, possible tar byproducts
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and suitable protective gear
Precautions: Uninvolved personnel should move to a safe area; firefighters should minimize breathing smoke
Special Advice: Cool containers with water spray even if not on fire, keep runoff from entering drains or water supplies
Personal Protection: Wear gloves, chemical goggles, and lab coats; avoid inhalation or skin contact
Environmental Protection: Prevent spillage from reaching storm drains or open bodies of water
Cleanup Methods: Scoop up material with tools while avoiding dispersion, collect in labeled containers, wipe residues with damp towels
Decontamination: Use mild detergent and copious water over spill area
Disposal: Dispose as hazardous laboratory waste in accordance with site-specific protocols
Handling Precautions: Handle in well-ventilated area, avoid contact with skin or eyes, wear PPE throughout
Storage Conditions: Store at 2–8°C, dry, closed, clearly labeled; keep away from incompatible substances
Incompatible Materials: Avoid storing near strong oxidizers, strong acids, or bases
Hygiene Measures: Don’t eat, drink, or smoke around material; always wash hands after handling
Advice for Safe Use: Restrict access to authorized, trained personnel
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limit published; treat as hazardous chemical
Engineering Controls: Use fume hood or mechanical extraction where possible
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirator for handling dusty or volatile forms
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, closed long sleeves, and long pants
Eye and Face Protection: Chemical safety goggles, possibly face shield for splash risk
Workplace Hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly after procedures; avoid cross-contamination
Other Equipment: Dedicated footwear, disposable lab coats, emergency eye wash station nearby
Appearance: White or off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless or faint, not easily characterized
Odor Threshold: No data
pH: Slightly acidic to neutral in solution
Melting Point: Estimated above 120°C; check lot data
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not established
Solubility: Soluble in water, poor solubility in nonpolar solvents
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Relative Density: Not specified
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): No data
Autoignition Temperature: Not established
Particle Size: Variable, based on manufacturing
Chemical Stability: Stable at standard indoor temperatures if dry and contaminant-free
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with oxidizing agents producing heat and possible decomposition
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, alkali
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides
Condition to Avoid: Moisture, high temperatures, sunlight, and static discharge in processing
Acute Toxicity: LD50 not published, expected to be low to moderate on ingestion based on similar compounds
Skin Contact: Causes irritation with redness or swelling in sensitive individuals
Eye Contact: Moderate irritant; possible conjunctival irritation, tearing
Inhalation: May cause upper airway discomfort, coughing; avoid dust inhalation
Chronic Effects: Repeat exposure risks skin dryness or dermatitis
Carcinogenicity: No IARC/NTP/OSHA listing
Other Information: Handle as potentially hazardous, avoid unnecessary exposure
Aquatic Toxicity: No test data available on fish or invertebrates, precautionary approach advised
Mobility in Soil: No environmental fate data, treat as persistent
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradation properties not studied
Bioaccumulative Potential: Data lacking; default to low due to water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: No known ozone depletion, global warming, or other indirect hazards
Precautions: Don’t release into public waterways; treat all waste as hazardous
Disposal Methods: Place solid waste in high-integrity chemical waste drum, label, transfer for hazardous waste processing
Contaminated Packaging: Triple-rinse then dispose as hazardous waste
Reuse/Recycle: Only under guidance of qualified chemical safety personnel
Other Notes: Follow federal, state, and local disposal rules strictly
UN Number: Not assigned
Proper Shipping Name: Laboratory chemicals, n.o.s.
Hazard Class: None assigned unless mixed or formulated with secondary hazards
Packing Group: Not specified
Marine Pollutant: Not listed
Transport Precautions: Use leak-proof containers, label clearly, keep upright, avoid moisture in transit
Regulatory Notes: Shipment may require documentation for custom clearance if volume exceeds threshold limits
OSHA Status: Not specifically regulated; general chemical hygiene applies
SARA Title III: Not listed as reportable
TSCA: Not established or exempt under research and development regulations
REACH, EU: Pre-registration or notification likely required in significant quantities
California Proposition 65: Not on list
Other International Regulations: Refer to each country’s chemical inventory for current status
Label Elements: Exclamation mark symbol for precaution, warning statement for skin/eye irritation
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