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Miglitol

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[Fire Fighting]

Extinguish with carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam. Water spray. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with the skin and eyes.
[Storage]

Store in original container in a cool dark place.
[Inhalation]

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
[Skin]

Immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
[Eyes]

Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical advice.
[Ingestion]

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water, provided person is conscious. Seek medical advice.
[Personal Protection]

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots & heavy rubber gloves.
[Solubility in water]

Soluble
[Melting Point]

114
[Vapor Pressure]

2.1E-9 (25 C)
[Density]

1.458 g/cm3 (20 C)
[pKa/pKb]

8.22 (pKb)
[Partition Coefficient]

-1.4
[Usage]

Oral anti-diabetic drug that acts by inhibiting the ability of the patient to breakdown complex carbohydrates into glucose.
[Product Name]

1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)piperidine-3,4,5-triol
[Synonyms]

1,5-Dideoxy-1,5-[(2-hydroxyethyl)imino]-D-glucitol
3,4,5-Piperidinetriol, 1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-, (2R,3R,4R,5S)-
Glyset
Miglitol
N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1-deoxynojirimycin
[CAS]

"CASEN_72432-03-2.htm">72432-03-2
[Formula]

C8H17NO5
[Molecular Weight]

207.23
[EINECS]

276-661-6
[Merck]

12,6274
[Small spills/leaks]

Sweep-up/absorb in suitable material, place in a container and hold for disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after pickup is complete.
[Combustion Products]

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.