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Indole-3-acetic acid
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Indole-3-acetic acid
CAS#: 87-51-4
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Indole-3-acetic acid
CI#: Not available.
Synonym: 3-Indoleacetic Acid; Heteroauxin; Acetic acid, indolyl
Chemical Name: Indole-3-Butyric Acid
Chemical Formula: C10H9NO2
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Indole-3-acetic acid 87-51-4 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Indole-3-acetic acid: ORAL
(LD50): Acute: >500 mg/kg [Rat].
Section 3: Hazards Identification Potential Acute Health
Effects:
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact
(irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical
condition.
Section 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact,
immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. WARM water MUST be used. Get
medical attention. Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with
plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminated
clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before
reuse. Get medical attention.
Serious Skin Contact: Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with
an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate medical attention.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical
attention.
Serious Inhalation: Not available. Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical
personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large
quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen
tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high
temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2),
nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of heat.
Non-flammable in presence of shocks.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact:
Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge:
Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient
waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated
surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large Spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient
waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated
surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions: Keep locked up.. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume
hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe
dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation,
wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice
immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.
Storage: Light sensitive. Keep container tightly closed. Keep
container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store above
25°C (77°F).
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits.
If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure
to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection:
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self
contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product.
Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Solid. (
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 175.18 g/mole
Color: White.
pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: 168°C (334.4°F) - 170 C (338 F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: 5 (Air = 1)
Volatility: 0% (v/v).
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water, diethyl ether,
acetone.
Solubility:
Soluble in diethyl ether, acetone.
Very slightly soluble in cold water, hot water.
Freely soluble in alcohol
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Excess heat, incompatible materials,
light
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing
agents.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Light sensitive.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): >500 mg/kg
[Rat].
Chronic Effects on Humans: MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for
mammalian somatic cells.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in case of skin contact
(irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans:
May affect genetic material.
May cause cancer based on animal data. No human data found at this
time.
May cause adverse reproductive effects (fetotoxicity) and birth
defects based on animal data. No human data
found at this time.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Acute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: May cause skin irritation.
Eyes: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion: May cause digestive tract disturbances.
The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully
investigated.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely.
However, long term degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of
degradation are less toxic than the product itself. Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal:
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and
local environmental
control regulations.
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (
Identification: Not applicable.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 1
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (
Health: 2
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Splash goggles.
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appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person
using this product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their
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