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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cis-15-Tetracosenoic acid(506-37-6)

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
cis-15-Tetracosenoic acid
Synonyms
(15Z)-Tetracosenoic acid
(Z)-Tetracos-15-enoic acid
Nervonic acid
Selacholeic acid
CAS
506-37-6
Formula
C24H46O2
Molecular Weight
366.62
Beilstein Reference
 

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Solid.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
43
Boiling Point
479
Vapor Pressure
2E-10 (25 C)
Density
0.89 g/cm3 (20 C)
pKa/pKb
4.78 (pKa)
Partition Coefficient
10.89
Heat Of Vaporization
81.4 kJ/mol
Usage
Used in the treatment of disorders involving demyelination, such as adrenoleukodystrophy and multiple sclerosis where there is a decreased level of nervonic acid in sphingolipids.[.

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
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.
Eyes
In case of contact with 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 in a tightly closed container.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
My be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation
May be harmful if inhaled. Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Skin
Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eyes
Causes irritation.
Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
EC Risk Phrase
36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles. Protective clothing.
Respirators
Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a dust mask type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) respirator.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
110
Fire Fighting
Extinguish with water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
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

Stability
Stable at recommended storage conditions.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents.
Decomposition
Oxides of carbon.
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