Material Safety Data Sheet: Paracetamol 98%

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

PARACETAMOL 98%
Extra Pure
MSDS CAS: 103-90-2
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Section 1: Chemical Product
Product Name: PARACETAMOL
CAS#: 103-90-2
Synonym: N-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide, Acetaminophen
Chemical Name: Paracetamol
Chemical Formula: C5H4NN:NC6H3OHONa.xH2O

Brand: OXFORD
Details Of The Supplier Of The Safety Data Sheet:
Company identification: OXFORD LAB FINE CHEM LLP
Unit. No. 12, 1st Floor, Neminath Industrial Estate No. 6,
Navghar, Vasai (East). Palghar - 401 210.
Mumbai, Maharashtra, INDIA.
Tel: 91-250-2390989
Tel/Fax: 91-250-2390032

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients


Composition:

Name CAS # % by Weight


Paracetamol 103-90-2 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Not Applicable.


Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:


CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC
EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. Repeated or prolonged exposure
is not known to aggravate medical condition.

Section 4: First Aid Measures


Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.

Skin Contact:
Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation
develops.

Serious Skin Contact: Not available.

Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical attention.

Serious Inhalation: Not available.

Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen
tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Serious Ingestion: Not available.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data


Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature.

Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.


Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data (Continued)
Flash Points: Not available.

Flammable Limits: Not available.

Products of Combustion:
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...). Some metallic oxides.

Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.

Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:


Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.

Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:


SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.

Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures


Small Spill:
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority
requirements.

Large Spill:
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading
water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.

Section 7: Handling and Storage


Precautions:
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the
residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe dust.
Section 7: Handling and Storage (Continued)
Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection


Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure
to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.

Personal Protection:
Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Glove.

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:


Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing apparatus should be used
to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.

Exposure Limits: Not available.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties


Physical state and appearance: Solid.
Odor : Not available.
Taste : Not available.
Molecular Weight : 151.17 g/mole
Color : Not available.
pH (1% soln/water) : Not available.
Boiling Point : Not available.
Melting Point : 170°C (338°F)
Critical Temperature : Not available.
Specific Gravity : 1.293 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure : Not applicable.
Vapor Density : Not available.
Volatility : Not available.
Odor Threshold : Not available.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties (Continued)
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. : Not available.
Ionicity (in Water) : Not available.
Dispersion Properties : Not available.
Solubility : Soluble in cold water.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data


Stability: The product is stable.

Instability Temperature: Not available.

Conditions of Instability: Not available.

Incompatibility with various substances: Not available.

Corrosivity: Not available.

Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.

Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.

Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information


Routes of Entry: Not available.

Toxicity to Animals: LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.

Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans:


Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.

Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.


Section 11: Toxicological Information (Continued)
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Excreted in maternal milk in human.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Section 12: Ecological Information


Ecotoxicity: Not available.

BOD5 and COD: Not available.

Products of Biodegradation: Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely.
However, long term degradation products may arise.

Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are more toxic.

Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal:

Section 14: Transport Information


Land transport (ADR-RID)
General information: Not regulated.

Sea transport (IMDG) [English only]


General information: Not regulated.

Air transport (ICAO-IATA) [English only]


General information: Not regulated.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Paracetamol

Other Regulations: Not available.

Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
DSCL (EEC): This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.

HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 1
Fire Hazard: 1
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E

National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):


Health: 1
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:
Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Safety
glasses.

Section 16 - Additional Information


References: Not available.

Other Special Considerations: Not available.


Disclaimer:
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The information contained herein in good faith but makes no representations as to its
comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate
precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product.
Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining
its appropriateness for a particular purpose.

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implied, including without limitation any warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular
purpose with respect to the information set forth herein or the product to which the information
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