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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all-trans Vitamin A acetate(127-47-9)

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
all-trans Vitamin A acetate
Synonyms
all-trans-Retinyl acetate
Crystalets
Myvak
Myvax
Retinyl acetate
Vitamin A acetate
CAS
127-47-9
Formula
C22H32O2
Molecular Weight
328.49
EINECS
204-844-2
RTECS
VH6825000
RTECS Class
Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector
Beilstein/Gmelin
1915439
Beilstein Reference
4-06-00-04135

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
White to off-white solid.
Melting Point
60
Boiling Point
70 (0.0001 torr)
Density
1.007 g/cm3
Usage
Antioxidant.
Refractive Index
1.5865 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Skin
Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container.
Handling
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin
Causes skin irritation.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
> 100
Autoignition
>250
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
No data.
Incompatibilities
Oxidizing agents.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acetic acid.
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