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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Alloxan(50-71-5)

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
Alloxan
Synonyms
2,4,5,6(1H,3H)-Pyrimidinetetrone
2,4,5,6-Pyrimidinetetrone
2,4,5,6-Tetraoxohexahydropyrimidine
2,4,5,6-Tetraoxypyrimidine
5,6-Dioxyuracil
Mesoxalylurea
CAS
50-71-5
Formula
C4H2N2O4
Molecular Weight
142.07
EINECS
200-062-0
RTECS
BA4200000
RTECS Class
Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant
Merck
13,279
Beilstein/Gmelin
132451
Beilstein Reference
5-24-09-00382

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water
Very soluble
Melting Point
289
Density
1.639 g/cm3
pKa/pKb
4.39 (pKa)
Partition Coefficient
-2.51
Heat Of Combustion
-1145 kJ/mol
Usage
Substance is used in production of diabetes in experimental animals.

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
Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.
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. Keep container tightly closed. May develop pressure so open carefully.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Skin
Causes irritation.
Eyes
Causes irritation.
Ingestion
Harmful if swallowed.
Hazards
Container explosion may occur under fire conditions.
EC Risk Phrase
20/21/22 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Where compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles. Use safety shield.
Respirators
Government approved respirator.
Exposure Effects
Target organ - pancreas.
Poison Class
3

Fire Fighting Measures

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

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Evacuate area. 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

Incompatibilities
Keep away from oxidizing materials.
Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides.
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