General Information
Revision date
2021-10-26
Product name
Chloroquine
CAS No.
54-05-7
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
MedChemExpress USA
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
sales@medchemexpress.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H315, H319, H332, H335
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification in Accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS): Classification of the substance or mixture
Hazard statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed H315 Causes skin irritation H319 Causes serious eye irritation H332 Harmful if inhaled H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
2.3 Other hazards
None.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Acute toxicity, oral (Category 4),H302 Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2),H315 Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2A),H319 Acute toxicity, inhalation (Category 4),H332 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation (Category 3),H335 2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements Pictogram Signal word Warning Hazard statement(s) H302 Harmful if swallowed H315 Causes skin irritation H319 Causes serious eye irritation H332 Harmful if inhaled H335 May cause respiratory irritation Precautionary statement(s) P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. 2.3 Other hazards None. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 3.1 Substances Formula: C18H26ClN3 Molecular Weight: 319.87 CAS No. : 54-05-7 4. FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1 Description of first aid measures Eye contact Remove any contact lenses, locate eye-wash station, and flush eyes immediately with large amounts of water. Separate eyelids with fingers to ensure adequate flushing. Promptly call a physician. Skin contact Rinse skin thoroughly with large amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes and call a physician. Inhalation Immediately relocate self or casualty to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Avoid mouth- to-mouth resuscitation. Ingestion Wash out mouth with water; Do NOT induce vomiting; call a physician. 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2). 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Treat symptomatically. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, and carbon dioxide fire extinguisher. 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture During combustion, may emit irritant fumes. 5.3 Advice for firefighters Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Use full personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapors, mist, dust or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Refer to protective measures listed in sections 8. 6.2 Environmental precautions Try to prevent further leakage or spillage. Keep the product away from drains or water courses. 6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Absorb solutions with finely-powdered liquid-binding material (diatomite, universal binders); Decontaminate surfaces and equipment by scrubbing with alcohol; Dispose of contaminated material according to Section 13. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1 Precautions for safe handling Avoid inhalation, contact with eyes and skin. Avoid dust and aerosol formation. Use only in areas with appropriate exhaust ventilation. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Keep container tightly sealed in cool, well-ventilated area. Keep away from direct sunlight and sources of ignition. Recommended storage temperature: 4°C, protect from light * In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light) Shipping at room temperature if less than 2 weeks. 7.3 Specific end use(s) No data available. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1 Control parameters Components with workplace control parameters This product contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values. 8.2 Exposure controls Engineering controls Ensure adequate ventilation. Provide accessible safety shower and eye wash station. Personal protective equipment Eye protection Safety goggles with side-shields. Hand protection Protective gloves. Skin and body protection Impervious clothing. Respiratory protection Suitable respirator. Environmental exposure controls Keep the product away from drains, water courses or the soil. Clean spillages in a safe way as soon as possible. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties Appearance Solid Odor No data available Odor threshold No data available pH No data available Melting/freezing point 87°C Boiling point/range 460.6°C at 760 mmHg Flash point No data available Evaporation rate No data available Flammability (solid, gas) No data available Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits No data available Vapor pressure No data available Vapor density No data available Relative density No data available Water Solubility No data available Partition coefficient No data available Auto-ignition temperature No data available Decomposition temperature No data available Viscosity No data available Explosive properties No data available Oxidizing properties No data available 9.2 Other safety information No data available. 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 10.1 Reactivity No data available. 10.2 Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions. 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions No data available. 10.4 Conditions to avoid No data available. 10.5 Incompatible materials Strong acids/alkalis, strong oxidising/reducing agents. 10.6 Hazardous decomposition products Under fire conditions, may decompose and emit toxic fumes. Other decomposition products - no data available. 11.TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 11.1 Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity