Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity
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Indole-3-acetone(1201-26-9)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
Indole-3-acetone
Synonyms
2-Propanone, 1-(1H-indol-3-yl)
3-(2-Oxopropyl)indole
3-Acetonylindole
3-Indolylacetone
Indol-3-yl-2-propanone
Indole-3-acetone
CAS
1201-26-9
Formula
C11H11NO
Molecular Weight
173.21
EINECS
214-855-4
Merck
13,4989

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Tan solid.
Solubility in water
1.2 g/L
Melting Point
118 - 119
Boiling Point
342
Vapor Pressure
7.9E-5 (25 C)
Density
1.167 g/cm3 (20 C)
pKa/pKb
16.67 (pKa)
Partition Coefficient
1.36
Heat Of Vaporization
58.53 kJ/mol

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 not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water. 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.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store at 2 - 8 C.

Hazards Identification

Skin
May cause irritation.
Eyes
May cause irritation.
Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles. Protective clothing.
Respirators
Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, use type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks.
Exposure Effects
May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
168
Fire Fighting
Extinguish with 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.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents.
Decomposition
Oxides of carbon and nitrogen.
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