NILE CHEMICALS
BARBITURIC ACID
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company
Identification
Product Name: Barbituric
acid
CAS#: 67-52-7
Synonym: 6-hydroxyuracil
Chemical Name: Not
available.
Chemical Formula: C4H4N2O3
Section 2: Composition and Information on
Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Barbituric acid 67-52-7 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Barbituric
acid: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 5000 mg/kg [Rat].
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of
ingestion,of inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
Hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of
ingestion, of inhalation. CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC
EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance
is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the
substance can produce target organs damage.
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. 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 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. Loosen tight clothing such as a
collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
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: Not
available.
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
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: Keep
container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
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.
(Powdered solid.)
Odor: Not
available.
Taste: Not
available.
Molecular Weight: Not
available.
Color: White.
Off-white.
pH (1% soln/water): Not
available.
Boiling Point: Decomposition
temperature: 248°C (478.4°F)
Melting Point: 248°C
(478.4°F)
Critical Temperature: Not
available.
Specific Gravity: Not
available.
Vapor Pressure: Not
applicable.
Vapor Density: Not
available.
Volatility: Not
available.
Odor Threshold: Not
available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not
available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not
available.
Dispersion Properties: Not
available.
Solubility: Not
available.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The
product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not
available.
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive
with oxidizing agents.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive
in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not
available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not
available.
Polymerization: Will
not occur.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Dermal
contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals: Acute
oral toxicity (LD50): 5000 mg/kg [Rat].
Chronic Effects on Humans: Causes
damage to the following organs: lungs, mucous membranes.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not
available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not
available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Not available.
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 more toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of
Biodegradation: Not available.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal:
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not
a DOT controlled material (United States).
Identification: Not
applicable.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not
applicable.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations:
California prop. 65: This product contains the
following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause
cancer,birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning
under the statute: Barbituric acid California prop. 65:This product contains
the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause
birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: Barbituric acid
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Barbituric acid
Other Regulations: OSHA:
Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
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