Material Safety Data Sheet
Brucine sulfate heptahydrate

ACC# 01986
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification

MSDS Name: Brucine sulfate heptahydrate
Catalog Numbers: AC403290100, AC403290250, B391-25
Synonyms:
Brucine sulphate (2:1), heptahydrate; Strychnidin-10-one, 2,3-dimethoxy-, sulfate (2:1), heptahydrate.
Company Identification:

              Fisher Scientific
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              Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients

CAS# Chemical Name Percent EINECS/ELINCS
60583-39-3 Brucine sulfate (2:1), heptahydrate 100 unlisted

Section 3 - Hazards Identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Appearance: off-white crystalline powder.
Danger! May be fatal if inhaled or swallowed. May cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. May cause central nervous system effects. May cause blurred vision. May cause tremors and convulsions.
Target Organs: Central nervous system.


Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion: May be fatal if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May cause tremors and convulsions.
Inhalation: May be fatal if inhaled. May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic: No information found.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures


Eyes: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for a t least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin: In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion: POISON material. If swallowed, get medical aid immediately. Only induce vomiting if directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation: POISON material. If inhaled, get medical aid immediately. Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

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. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Dust from this material can form explosive organic dust cloud.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 4; Flammability: 1; Instability: 0

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. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Do not let this chemical enter the environment.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage


Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Do not breathe dust. Use only with adequate ventilation or respiratory protection.
Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Poison room locked. Store in a cool, dry area away from incompatible substances.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection


Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name ACGIH NIOSH OSHA - Final PELs
Brucine sulfate (2:1), heptahydrate none listed none listed none listed
Brucine sulfate anhydrous none listed none listed none listed
Deleted Registry Number. Use 60583-39-3. none listed none listed none listed

OSHA Vacated PELs: Brucine sulfate (2:1), heptahydrate: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical. Brucine sulfate anhydrous: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical. Deleted Registry Number. Use 60583-39-3.: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties


Physical State: Crystalline powder
Appearance: off-white
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Negligible
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:185 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: 1g/75 mL cold water
Specific Gravity/Density:Not available.
Molecular Formula:C46H52N4O8.H2SO4.7H2O
Molecular Weight:1013.13

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity


Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Dust generation.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, oxides of sulfur, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information


RTECS#:      
CAS# 60583-39-3: WL2103350      
CAS# 4845-99-2 unlisted.      
CAS# 5787-00-8 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Not available.
Not available.

Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 60583-39-3: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 4845-99-2: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 5787-00-8: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.

Epidemiology: No data available.
Teratogenicity: No data available.
Reproductive Effects: No data available.
Mutagenicity: No data available.
Neurotoxicity: No data available.
Other Studies:

Section 12 - Ecological Information

No information available.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.

Section 14 - Transport Information

US DOT Canada TDG
Shipping Name: TOXIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. TOXIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (BRUCINE SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE)
Hazard Class: 6.1 6.1
UN Number: UN2811 UN2811
Packing Group: I I

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

US FEDERAL

TSCA
     CAS# 60583-39-3 is not on the TSCA Inventory because it is a hydrate. It is considered to be listed if the CAS number for the anhydrous form is on the inventory (40CFR720.3(u)(2)).
     CAS# 4845-99-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
     CAS# 5787-00-8 is not on the TSCA Inventory because it is a hydrate. It is considered to be listed if the CAS number for the anhydrous form is on the inventory (40CFR720.3(u)(2)).
Health & Safety Reporting List
     None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
     None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
     None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
     None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
     None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
     None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
     CAS # 5787-00-8: immediate.
Section 313      No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
     This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
     This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
     This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
     None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
     CAS# 60583-39-3 is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
     CAS# 4845-99-2 is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
     CAS# 5787-00-8 is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.

California Prop 65

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

European/International Regulations

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
     T+
Risk Phrases:

     R 26/28 Very toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
     R 52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
     effects in the aquatic environment.

Safety Phrases:

     S 1 Keep locked up.
     S 13 Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
     S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
     immediately (show the label where possible).

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

     CAS# 60583-39-3: No information available.
     CAS# 4845-99-2: No information available.
     CAS# 5787-00-8: No information available.
Canada - DSL/NDSL
     CAS# 4845-99-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
     This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B, D1A.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List

Section 16 - Additional Information

MSDS Creation Date: 8/24/1997
Revision #5 Date: 11/09/2005

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