Material Safety Data Sheet
Cefotiam hydrochloride

Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Cefotiam hydrochloride
Catalog Numbers:SC-23105

 

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS#66309-69-1
Chemical Name: Cefotiam hydrochloride
Percent 98%
EINECS/ELINCS:266-312-6
Hazard Codes: not reported.
Risk Phrases: not reported.

 

Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. May irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.

 

Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
Ingestion: Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical aid.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively

 

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective
gear.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

 

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Do not let this chemical enter the environment.

 

Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

 

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to
keep airborne concentrations low.

Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal
measures for preventive fire protection.
Skin: Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin
contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
Clothing: Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the
dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respirators:Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the
dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

 

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: crystalline powder.
Color: White to light yellow.
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available
Freezing/Melting Point:Not available.

Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.

Water Solubility: Not available
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available
Molecular Formula: C18H23N9O4S3.HCl
Molecular Weight: 562.08.

 

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Not available.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Not available.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

 

Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: Not available
CAS#66309-69-1:
LD50/LC50: RTECS: Not available
CAS#66309-69-1:
Carcinogenicity:
Cefotiam hydrochloride,98% - Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.Epidemiology: No information found
Other Studies: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated. See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

 

Section 12 - Ecological Information
a health hazard

 

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

 

Section 14 - Transport Information
Shipping Name: not regular

 

Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
                Hazard Class: 
                Risk Phrases:
                     Not reported
               Safety Phrases:
                    Not reported

 

Section 16 - Additional Information
While the information herein is believed to be reliable, it is furnished without warranty of any kind. It shall be used only as a guide. We assume no liabilities from the use of this product or information contained herein.