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
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6-(Trifluoromethoxy)-1,3-benzothiazol-2-amine(1744-22-5)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
6-(Trifluoromethoxy)-1,3-benzothiazol-2-amine
Synonyms
2-Amino-6-trifluoromethoxybenzothiazole
2-Benzothiazolamine, 6-(trifluoromethoxy)-
6-(Trifluoromethoxy)-2-aminobenzothiazole
Benzothiazole, 2-amino-6-trifluoromethoxy-
Rilutek
CAS
1744-22-5
Formula
C8H5F3N2OS
Molecular Weight
234.2
RTECS
DL2830000
Merck
12,8389

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Powder.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
117
Boiling Point
296
Vapor Pressure
0.0015 (25 C)
Density
1.572 g/cm3 (20 C)
pKa/pKb
10.45 (pKb)
Partition Coefficient
2.84
Heat Of Vaporization
53.6 kJ/mol
Usage
Used to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting without medical advice.
Inhalation
Move to fresh air. Call a physician immediately.
Skin
Rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Eyes
In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store at room temperature in a tightly sealed container.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
PVC or other plastic gloves. Protective work clothing. Safety glasses with side-shields.
Exposure Effects
Chronic toxicity: Chronic exposure may cause nausea and vomiting, higher exposure causes unconsciousness. Local effects: Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting. Specific effects: May include moderate to severe erythema (redness) and moderate edema (raised skin), nausea, vomiting, headache.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
133
Fire Fighting
Extinguish using dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Eliminate all ignition sources. Absorb and/or contain spill with inert materials (e.g., sand, vermiculite). Then place in appropriate container. For large spills, use water spray to disperse vapors, flush spill area. Prevent runoff from entering waterways or sewers.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities
Oxidizing and spontaneously flammable products.
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