| [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 spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | |
| [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] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Do not store in metal containers. Store protected from moisture. Store protected from light and air. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 22 24/25 | |
| [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 gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate 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. | |
| [Poison Class] 4 | |
| [Appearance] White crystalline powder crystalline powder. | |
| [Melting Point] 175 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] | |
| [Usage] A nonessential amino acid in humans. Important in protein crosslinking. | |
| [Product Name] L-Cysteine hydrochloride anhydrous | |
| [Synonyms] (2R)-2-Amino-3-sulfanylpropanoic acid hydrochloride (R)-Cysteine hydrochloride Cysteine chlorhydrate L-Cysteine hydrochloride | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_52-89-1.htm">52-89-1 | |
| [Formula] C3H8ClNO2S | |
| [Molecular Weight] 157.62 | |
| [EINECS] 200-157-7 | |
| [RTECS] HA2275000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Drug; Mutagen | |
| [Merck] 13,2810 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 3560277 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 2-04-00-00920 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents, metals. | |
| [Decomposition] Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, oxides of sulfur, carbon dioxide, nitrogen. |
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