Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity
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alpha-Mercaptopropionyl glycine(1953-02-2)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity

Product Identification

Product Name
alpha-Mercaptopropionyl glycine
Synonyms
(2-Mercaptopropionamido)acetic acid
2-(2-Sulfanylpropanoylamino)acetic acid
N-(2-Mercaptopropionyl)glycine
Thiolpropionamidoacetic acid
CAS
1953-02-2
Formula
C5H9NO3S
Molecular Weight
163.19999999999999
EINECS
217-778-4
RTECS
MC0596500
RTECS Class
Drug; Reproductive Effector; Human Data
Merck
12,9597
Beilstein/Gmelin
1859822
Beilstein Reference
6-04

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water
Very soluble
Melting Point
95 - 97
Boiling Point
418
Vapor Pressure
4E-8 (25 C)
pKa/pKb
3.62 (pKa)
Heat Of Vaporization
73.7 kJ/mol
Usage
Hepatoprotectant against mercury toxicity.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.
Skin
In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.
Eyes
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion
Harmful if swallowed.
Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
EC Risk Phrase
22
EC Safety Phrase
36/37

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate government approved respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other protective clothing.
Exposure Effects
Harmful. Harmful if swallowed.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
207
Fire Fighting
Extinguish using Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides, Sulfur oxides.
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