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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Ethambutol(74-55-5)

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
Ethambutol
Synonyms
(3-Oxo-1-butynyl)benzene
1-Phenyl-1-butyn-3-one
4-Phenyl-3-butyne-2-one
Acetylphenylacetylene
Methyl phenylethynyl ketone
Phenylethynyl methyl ketone
CAS
1817-57-8
Formula
C10H8O
Molecular Weight
144.18
EINECS
217-327-1
RTECS
ES0890000
RTECS Class
Drug
Beilstein/Gmelin
878583
Beilstein Reference
4-07-00-01175

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
4 - 4.5
Boiling Point
253
Vapor Pressure
0.02 (25 C)
Density
1.025 g/cm3 (20 C)
Heat Of Vaporization
49.0 kJ/mol
Refractive Index
1.5738 (20 C)

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.
Eyes
Assure adequate flushing of the eyes by separating the eyelids with fingers.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep tightly closed. Store at 2-8 C

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate government approved respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other protective clothing. Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
Exposure Effects
Irritant. Causes severe irritation. Severe lachrymator.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
95
Fire Fighting
Extinguish using Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Water spray. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Cover with dry lime or soda ash, pick up, keep in a closed container, and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents, Strong bases, Strong reducing agents.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.

Hazards Identification

Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
EC Safety Phrase
26 27 37/39
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