Product Name: Morantel Tartrate
Synonyms: Morantel hydrogen tartrate, Rumatel
Chemical Formula: C11H17N3O2·C4H6O6
CAS Number: 26155-31-7
Recommended Use: Anthelmintic agent in veterinary practice
Supplier Information: Available upon request from manufacturer
Emergency Contact Number: Refer to local poison control or emergency response services for assistance
Classification: Acute toxicity (oral), Category 4; Eye irritation, Category 2B; Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure), Category 2
Label Elements: Signal word: Warning; exclamation mark pictogram
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, causes eye irritation, may cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes or skin, wash hands thoroughly after use, do not eat, drink, or smoke during handling, seek medical advice if feeling unwell
Other Hazards: Dust may form explosive mixtures with air under certain conditions
Chemical Name: Morantel Tartrate
Concentration: 95%–100% (pure powder)
Impurities/Additives: Minor process-related substances not classified as hazardous
EC Number: 247-572-9
Molecular Weight: 411.44 g/mol
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical advice if symptoms like cough or shortness of breath develop
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, obtain medical attention if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes gently with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids, seek medical help if irritation, redness, or pain continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, give water to drink if person is conscious, contact poison control or physician immediately
Notes for Physician: Treat symptomatically, monitor for delayed effects from organ toxicity
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid high-pressure water jets; may spread powder
Special Hazards: Product burns with emission of toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide
Protective Gear for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing
Additional Advice: Decontaminate equipment after use; prevent run-off from entering drains or waterways
Explosion Data: Dust may create explosive hazard in air under certain conditions
Personal Precautions: Use suitable respiratory protection, prevent skin and eye contact, evacuate unprotected personnel
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spilled material from entering watercourses or soil
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up carefully to avoid dust, use vacuum system equipped with HEPA filter, collect in a suitable labeled container for disposal
Spill Reporting: Report large releases to local environmental or health authorities according to regulations
Decontamination: Wash spill area thoroughly with water and detergent after removal
Handling: Avoid generating dust, handle using local exhaust ventilation, wear appropriate PPE for protection against inhalation and direct contact, avoid eating, drinking, or smoking near the material
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers, keep in a cool, dry well-ventilated space away from incompatible substances, protect against moisture and direct sunlight
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, acids, and bases may react with the active compound
Specific End Use: Only for use as directed by qualified veterinary or scientific professionals
Exposure Limits: Occupational exposure limits have not been established for morantel tartrate; minimize exposure by engineering controls
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation; safety showers and eyewash stations should be accessible
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), safety goggles, lab coat or protective clothing, approved respirator if dust is generated above nuisance levels
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face before breaks and at end of work; change contaminated clothing
Appearance: Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Odor: Characteristic amine odor
Odor Threshold: Data not available
pH: 5–7 (1% aqueous solution)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Decomposes above 230°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Flash Point: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not flammable, but dust can be explosive in air
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Solubility: Soluble in water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Data not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: Data not available
Decomposition Temperature: Above 230°C
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: May react with strong oxidizers, acids or bases
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, heat, direct sunlight, sources of ignition, build-up of dust
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, acids, bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ammonia on thermal decomposition
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) around 500 mg/kg; LD50 (dermal, rat) >2000 mg/kg
Potential Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin or eye contact
Symptoms of Overexposure: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, eye and skin irritation
Chronic Effects: Possible liver or kidney effects from long-term exposure; no evidence of carcinogenicity or mutagenicity found in available studies
Reproductive/Developmental Effects: Animal data suggest no significant developmental risk at therapeutic doses
Sensitization: Not regarded as a skin sensitizer
Cancer Information: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA, or ACGIH
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms in large quantities; avoid contaminating waterways
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in soil and water, but breakdown products may persist in certain conditions
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low bioaccumulation expected based on molecular properties
Mobility in Soil: Expected to be mobile in groundwater under certain conditions; avoid uncontrolled release
Other Adverse Effects: Limited data on effects toward non-target soil organisms or plants
Waste Treatment Methods: Collect in labeled, sealed containers for disposal according to local, regional, and national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of containers as hazardous waste; never reuse empty packaging for food or feed
Disposal of Product: Do not discharge to sewers or watercourses; incinerate under controlled conditions in permitted facility
UN Number: Not classified under UN Dangerous Goods List
Proper Shipping Name: Not a hazardous material for transport by road, rail, air, or sea
Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Special Precautions: Avoid creating dust clouds during loading and unloading; keep away from combustible materials
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as a marine pollutant
Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations: Subject to local, national, and international regulations governing veterinary medicinal products and hazardous substances
REACH Registration: Exempt as a veterinary active ingredient in Europe
TSCA Status: Exempt in the United States as drug ingredient
Other Provisions: Users must ensure compliance with any workplace controls for hazardous chemicals
Labeling Requirements: Features precautionary and hazard statements, supplier and emergency contact details, and pictograms as per relevant GHS guidance
Workplace Monitoring: Not specifically listed for restricted workplace use, but safety protocols should align with chemical hygiene best practices
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