Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Hazards Identification
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6-Methoxyharmalan(3589-73-9)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
6-Methoxyharmalan
Synonyms
3H-Pyrido[3,4-b]indole, 4,9-dihydro-6-methoxy-1-methyl-
6-Methoxy-1-methyl-3,4-dihydro-2H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole
6-Methoxyharmalane
CAS
3589-73-9
Formula
C13H14N2O
Molecular Weight
214.27
RTECS
UU9802000
Merck
12,6073

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Yellow crystalline solid.
Solubility in water
1.5 g/L (25 C)
Melting Point
208 - 209
Boiling Point
392
Vapor Pressure
5.3E-6 (25 C)
Density
1.25 g/cm3 (20 C)
pKa/pKb
7.12 (pKb)
Partition Coefficient
.71
Heat Of Vaporization
61.68 kJ/mol
Usage
Weak serotonin inhibitor.

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.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles. Protective clothing.
Respirators
Wear appropriate government approved respirator.
Exposure Effects
May cause irritation. May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
191
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.
Decomposition
Oxides of carbon, oxides of nitrogen.

Hazards Identification

Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
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