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2-Hydroxypropanoic acid monoammonium salt

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[Fire Fighting]

Fire Extinguishing Agents: Water, foam
[Ingestion]

Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.
[Inhalation]

Remove to fresh air.
[Skin]

Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse.
[Eyes]

Flush with water.
[Storage]

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.
[Handling]

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.
[Ingestion]

See inhalation.
[Inhalation]

Inhalation causes irritation of nose and throat. Contact with eyes causes irritation.
[Skin]

See inhalation.
[Eyes]

See inhalation
[Hazards]

Toxic oxides of nitrogen may be formed in a fire.
[Personal Protection]

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.
[Respirators]

Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.
[Appearance]

White solid or liquid. Has no odor.
[Solubility in water]

225 g/100 ml water
[Melting Point]

91-94
[Density]

1.2 g/cm3
[Heat Of Vaporization]

[Refractive Index]

1.4543 (20 C)
[Product Name]

2-Hydroxypropanoic acid monoammonium salt
[Synonyms]

Lac-hydrin
Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monoammonium salt
[CAS]

"CASEN_515-98-0.htm">515-98-0
[Formula]

C3H9NO3
[Molecular Weight]

17.11
[EINECS]

208-214-8
[Merck]

12,561
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

4272669
[Beilstein Reference]

4-03-00-00633
[Small spills/leaks]

Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.
[Stability]

No data.
[Incompatibilities]

Reacts as bases to neutralize acids.
[Combustion Products]

Toxic oxides of nitrogen may be formed in a fire.