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Ser(56-45-1)

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 Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
Ser
Synonyms
(s)-2-Amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid
2-Amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid
alpha-Amino-beta-hydroxypropionic acid
beta-Hydroxyalanine
Ser
Serine
CAS
56-45-1
Formula
C3H7NO3
Molecular Weight
105.09
EINECS
200-274-3
RTECS
VT8100000
RTECS Class
Mutagen
Merck
12,8604
Beilstein/Gmelin
1721404
Beilstein Reference
4-04-00-03118

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
White powder.
Solubility in water
250 g/L
Melting Point
140
Boiling Point
259
Density
1.6 g/cm3 (22 C)
pKa/pKb
2.21 (pKa)
Partition Coefficient
-1.75
Usage
Medical use: parenteral nutrition, dietary supplement.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.
Skin
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.

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

Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Skin
May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
Ingestion
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.
Respirators
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.
Exposure Effects
May cause irritation to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.

Fire Fighting Measures

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
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code
31
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents.
Decomposition
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code
2922 50 00
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