Name:
l-(+)-Glutamine 99%
Synonym:
L(+)-Glutamic acid-5-amid
CAS:
56-85-9
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:l-(+)-Glutamine 99%
Synonym:L(+)-Glutamic acid-5-amid
Synonym:L(+)-Glutamic acid-5-amid
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 56-85-9 | L-(+)-Glutamine | 99% | 200-292-1 |
| Hazard Symbols: None Listed. Risk Phrases: None Listed. |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.Moisture sensitive.Light sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
No information regarding eye irritation and other potential effects was found.
Skin:
No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects was found.
Ingestion:
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Expected to be a low ingestion hazard.
Inhalation:
The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Chronic:
Not available.
The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.Moisture sensitive.Light sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
No information regarding eye irritation and other potential effects was found.
Skin:
No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects was found.
Ingestion:
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Expected to be a low ingestion hazard.
Inhalation:
The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Chronic:
Not available.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 56-85-9: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 56-85-9: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Solid
Color: white
Odor: Practically odourless
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: @ 760.00mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: 185 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: >180 deg C
Solubility in water: SOLUBLE IN WATER: 25.97 G/L (18C), 34.9
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: C5H10N2O3
Molecular Weight: 146.15
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Light, moisture.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ammonia.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Light, moisture.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ammonia.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 56-85-9: MA2275100 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 56-85-9: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 21700 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 7500 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
L-(+)-Glutamine - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 56-85-9: MA2275100 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 56-85-9: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 21700 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 7500 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
L-(+)-Glutamine - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity:
Product is chemically identical with the natural amino acid L-Glutamine and can therefore be degraded microbiologically.
Product is chemically identical with the natural amino acid L-Glutamine and can therefore be degraded microbiologically.
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 56-85-9: 0
Canada
CAS# 56-85-9 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
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TSCA
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