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Balsalazide

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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]

Very soluble
[Vapor Pressure]

2.4E-22 (25 C)
[Density]

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

2.97 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

2.7
[Usage]

An anti-inflammatory drug used in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease. .
[Product Name]

Balsalazide
[Synonyms]

(E)-5-((4-(((2-Carboxyethyl)amino)carbonyl)phenyl)azo)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid
Benzoic acid, 5-((1E)-(4-(((2-carboxyethyl)amino)carbonyl)phenyl)azo)-2-hydroxy-
Benzoic acid, 5-((4-(((2-carboxyethyl)amino)carbonyl)phenyl)azo)-2-hydroxy-, (E)-
[CAS]

80573-04-2
[Formula]

C17H15N3O6
[Molecular Weight]

357.32
[RTECS]

DG4974900
[Merck]

12,10453
[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.