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3-Methylindole

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[Flash Point]

132
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Use water spray, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
[Fire Potential]

Flammable.
[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.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
[Skin]

Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[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
[UN (DOT)]

3335
[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 NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149. Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Appearance]

Characteristic fecal odor at high levels. Off-white flakes.
[Solubility in water]

0.45 g/L
[Melting Point]

95 - 97
[Boiling Point]

265
[Vapor Pressure]

.006
[Density]

1.003 g/cm3 (99.6 C)
[Usage]

Species- and organ-selective pneumotoxin.
[Refractive Index]

1.5666 (100 C)
[Product Name]

3-Methyl-1H-indole
[Synonyms]

3-Methyl-1H-indole
3-MI
beta-Methylindole
Scatole
Skatol
Skatole
[CAS]

"CASEN_83-34-1.htm">83-34-1
[Formula]

C9H9N
[Molecular Weight]

131.18
[EINECS]

201-471-7
[RTECS]

NM0350000
[RTECS Class]

Other
[Merck]

12,8700
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

111296
[Beilstein Reference]

5-20-07-00069
[Small spills/leaks]

Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
[Disposal Code]

3
[Stability]

Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions. Substance undergoes color change upon exposure to light and air.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents, acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides..
[Decomposition]

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
[UN Number]

3335
[HS Code]

2933 99 20