Tetracycline MSDS # 753.00 Section 1: Product and Company Identification Tetracycline Synonyms/General Names: Tetracycline Hydrochloride Product Use: For educational use only Manufacturer: Columbus Chemical Industries, Inc., Columbus, WI 53925. 24 Hour Emergency Information Telephone Numbers CHEMTREC (USA): 800-424-9300 CANUTEC (Canada): 613-424-6666
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Section 2: Hazards Identification Yellow crystalline powder; no odor.HMIS (0 to 4) CAUTION! Body tissue irritant. Fire Hazard Reactivity
This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Section 3: Composition / Information on Ingredients
Tetracycline Hydrochloride (64-75-5), 100%
Section 4: First Aid Measures Always seek professional medical attention after first aid measures are provided.
Immediately flush eyes with excess water for 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally.
Immediately flush skin with excess water for 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing.
Ingestion:
Call Poison Control immediately. Rinse mouth with cold water. Give victim 1-2 cups of water or milk to drink.
Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
When heated to decomposition, emits acrid fumes.
Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters: Use foam or dry chemical to extinguish fire. 10
Firefighters should wear full fire fighting turn-out gear and respiratory protection (SCBA). Cool
container with water spray. Material is not sensitive to mechanical impact or static discharge.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Use personal protection recommended in Section 8. Isolate the hazard area and deny entry to unnecessary and unprotected personnel. Sweep up spill and place in sealed bag or container for disposal. Wash spill area after pickup is complete. See Section 13 for disposal information.
Section 7: Handling and Storage Handling: Use with adequate ventilation and do not breathe dust or vapor. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Wash Storage: Store in General Storage Area [Green Storage] with other items with no specific storage hazards. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated, locked store room away from incompatible materials.
Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Use ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below exposure limits. Have approved eyewash facility, safety shower, and fire extinguishers readily available. Wear chemical splash goggles and chemical resistant clothing such as gloves and aprons. Wash hands thoroughly after handling material and before eating or drinking. Use NIOSH-approved respirator with a dust cartridge. Exposure guidelines: Tetracycline: OSHA PEL: N/A, ACGIH: TLV: N/A, STEL: N/A.
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MSDS # 753.00 Tetracycline Chemistry Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Molecular formula Appearance Molecular weight Specific Gravity Odor Threshold Vapor Density (air=1) Solubility Melting Point Evaporation rate Boiling Point/Range Partition Coefficient Vapor Pressure (20°C) N/A. Flash Point: Autoignition Temp.: Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Avoid heat and moisture. Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage. Incompatibility: Strong oxidizers Shelf life: Fair shelf life, store in a cool, dry environment. Section 11: Toxicology Information Acute Symptoms/Signs of exposure: Eyes: Redness, tearing, itching, burning, conjunctivitis. Skin: Redness, itching. Ingestion: Irritation and burning sensations of mouth and throat, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Inhalation: Irritation of mucous membranes, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, Chronic Effects: No information found. Sensitization: none expected Tetracycline: LD50 [oral, rat]; 6443 mg/kg; LC50 [rat]; N/A; LD50 Dermal [rabbit]; N/A Material has not been found to be a carcinogen nor produce genetic, reproductive, or developmental effects. Section 12: Ecological Information Ecotoxicity (aquatic and terrestrial): Ecological impact has not been determined. Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Check with all applicable local, regional, and national laws and regulations. Local regulations may be more stringent than regional or national regulations. Small amounts of this material may be suitable for sanitary sewer or trash disposal.
Section 14: Transport Information DOT Shipping Name: Canada TDG: Not regulated by TDG. DOT Hazard Class: Hazard Class: Identification Number: UN Number: Section 15: Regulatory Information EINECS: Listed (200-593-8). WHMIS Canada: Not WHMIS Controlled. TSCA: All components are listed or are exempt. California Proposition 65: Not listed. The product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. Section 16: Other Information Current Issue Date: January 23, 2009 Disclaimer: Scholar Chemistry and Columbus Chemical Industries, Inc., (“S&C”) believes that the information herein is factual but is not intended to be all inclusive. The information relates only to the specific material designated and does not relate to its use in combination with other materials or its use as to any particular process. Because safety standards and regulations are subject to change and because S&C has no continuing control over the material, those handling, storing or using the material should satisfy themselves that they have current information regarding the particular way the material is handled, stored or used and that the same is done in accordance with federal, state and local law. S&C makes no warranty, expressed or implied, including (without limitation) warranties with respect to the completeness or continuing accuracy of the information contained herein or with respect to fitness for any particular use.
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