| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. | |
| [Fire Potential] This material is probably combustible. | |
| [Ingestion] Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do not use mouth-to-mouth respiration if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Keep containers tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion. May cause irritation of the mucous membranes. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause pain, weakness and numbness with possible muscle paralysis. May cause central nervous system effects. May cause liver damage leading to jaundice. Ingestion of large amounts may cause an increase in blood pressure. May cause tremors, weakness, muscular spasms and ataxia. | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | |
| [Exposure Effects] Chronic exposure may cause liver damage. | |
| [Appearance] White to pale-yellow crystalline powder with a slight odor. Bitter and saline taste. | |
| [Solubility in water] 1.0 g/100 ml @ 20 C | |
| [Melting Point] 432 - 435 | |
| [Partition Coefficient] -0.02 @ 25 C | |
| [Usage] Microbiocide. | |
| [Product Name] Flagyl | |
| [Synonyms] 1-(.beta.-Ethylol)-2-methyl-5-nitro-3-azapyrrole 2-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-imidazol-1-yl)ethanol Acromona Atrivyl Bexon Danizol | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_443-48-1.htm">443-48-1 | |
| [Formula] C6H9N3O3 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 171.16 | |
| [EINECS] 207-136-1 | |
| [RTECS] NI5600000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Tumorigen; Drug; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data | |
| [Merck] 12,6242 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 611683 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 5-23-05-00063 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. May discolor on exposure to light. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Decomposition] Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, nitrogen. |
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