General Information
Revision date
2013-11-01
Product name
Dihydrocapsaicin
Product Synonyms
6,7-Dihydrocapsaicin
Chemical name
Nonenamide, N-[(4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-phenyl)methyl]-8-methyl-
CAS No.
19408-84-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Specified quality tests and assay use only
Emergency telephone
CHEMTREC within US & 1-800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
U. S. Pharmacopeia
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
RSTECH@usp.org
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
Physical hazards
Not classified.
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, oral Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Sensitization, skin Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, single Category 3 respiratory tract irritation exposure OSHA hazard(s) Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Toxic if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Prevention
Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye/face protection.
Response
If on skin Wash with plenty of water/soap. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor/medical professional. Rinse mouth.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved disposal site. Hazard(s) not otherwise Not classified.
