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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Pimaricin(7681-93-8)

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
Pimaricin
Synonyms
Myprozine
Natamycin
Pimafucin
Tennecetin
CAS
7681-93-8
Formula
C33H47NO13
Molecular Weight
665.74
EINECS
231-683-5
RTECS
TK3325000
RTECS Class
Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Drug; Mutagen; Natural Product
Merck
12,6513
Beilstein/Gmelin
1614878

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Solid.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Density
1.020 g/cm3 (20 C)
pKa/pKb
3.72 (pKa)
Usage
Fungicide.

First Aid Measures

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

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.
Handling
All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate safety goggles, protective clothing and gloves.
Respirators
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR ß1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
Exposure Effects
The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated.
Poison Class
4

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus inpressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and fullprotective gear. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities
Isolate from strong oxidizers.
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Hazards Identification

Hazards
During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gasesmay be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
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