Higenamine HCL MSDS

1. SUBSTANCE IDENTIFICATION

    1.1. Product Name: Higenamine HCL
    1.2. Description: Higenamine HCL is a chemical compound manufactured through chemical synthesis.
    1.3. Chemical Formula: C16H17NO3.HCl
    1.4. Molecular weight: 271.31
    1.5. CAS #: 11041-94-4
    1.6. EINECS #: Not Applicable
    1.7. Manufactured by: Foodchem International Corporation, Shanghai China.
    1.8. Supplied by: Foodchem International Corporation, Shanghai China.
    1.9. Usage: In food as  nutritional supplement

2. Composition

    2.1. Higenamine HCL: Not Applicable
    2.2. Hazardous impurities: Heavy Metals ≤20ppm, Related substances:( %)Any single impuritiesTotal impurities ≤0.5≤2.0, Residue on ignition( %) ≤0.1

3. Physical/Chemical Characteristics

    3.1. Physical State: powder.
    3.2. Appearance: Off-white powder
    3.3. Odor: Not available
    3.4. pH: Not available
    3.5. Melting point/range: Not available
    3.6. Boiling point: Not available
    3.7. Bulk density: Not available
    3.8. Solubility: Not available

4. Stability/Reactivity

    4.1. Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures
    4.2. Shelf Life: 24 months
    4.3. Hazardous decomposition: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ammonia and/or derivatives.
    4.4. Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur
    4.5. Incompatible with: Strong oxidizers.

5. Handling/Storage

    5.1. Storage: Kept in dry, cool, and shaded place with original packaging, avoid moisture, store at room temperature.
    5.2. Handling precaution: Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

6. Exposure Control

    6.1. Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommendedexposure limits.
    6.2. Respiratory protection: NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator
    6.3. Eye Protection: Protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles
    6.4. Skin Protection: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothes to minimize skin contact.
    6.5. Other: Consult professionals if Higenamine HCL need to be handled under some special conditions.

7. Hazards Identification

    7.1. Hazardous overview: Higenamine HCL is Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, .
    7.2. Contact with eyes: May cause eye irritation.
    7.3. Contact with skin: May cause skin irritation.
    7.4. Ingestion: May irritate the tissues of the mouth, esophagus, and other tissues of the digestive system
    7.5. Inhalation: May cause irritation to the respiratory tract and gastrointestinal
    7.6. Other: Not Applicable

8. First Aid Measures

    8.1. Contact with eyes: Flush immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes and seek medical advice
    8.2. Contact with skin: Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
    8.3. Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. 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 immediately.
    8.4. Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

9. Fire and Explosion Data

    9.1. General information: May be combustible at high temperature.
    9.2. Flash point: Not available
    9.3. Ignition control: Avoid Anhydrous ignition sources Higenamine HCL powder might be generated.
    9.4. Dust control: Keep the handling area with adequate ventilation
    9.5. Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical or carbon dioxide
    9.6. Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions.

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