Material Safety Data Sheet
Levamisole hydrochloride
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Levamisole hydrochloride
Catalog Numbers: 86-22033

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS#16595-80-5
Chemical Name: Levamisole hydrochloride
Percent  95%min
EINECS/ELINCS: 240-654-6
Hazard Codes: Xn
Risk Phrases: 22-36/37/38

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

Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes serious eye irritation.
Skin: May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. 

Section 4 - First Aid Measures 
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

Eyes: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
Skin: Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
Inhalation: If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

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, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures 
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.
6.2 Environmental precautions: Do not let product enter drains.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
Handling: 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.
Storage: Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

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
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.

Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available
Freezing/Melting Point: 266-267 °C(lit.)
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: Not available
Decomposition Temperature:Not available
Water Solubility: 210 g/L (20 ºC)
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available
 Alpha: -128 º (c=5, H2O)
Refractive index: -126 ° (C=1, H2O)
Molecular Formula: C11H13ClN2S
Molecular Weight: 240.75

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

Section 11 - Toxicological Information 
Acute toxicity
RTECS#:  NJ5960000
CAS# 16595-80-5:
LD50/LC50: LD50 Oral - rat - 480 mg/kg
Remarks: Behavioral:Convulsions or effect on seizure threshold.
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
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 
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
Contaminated packaging: Dispose of as unused product.
WGK Germany :3

Section 14 - Transport Information 
Shipping Name: not regular
RIDADR: UN 2811 6.1/PG 3
PackingGroup:III

Section 15 - Regulatory Information 
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
      Hazard Class: 6.1(b) 
        Risk Phrases:
            R22: Harmful if swallowed
            R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
        Safety Phrases:
            S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection
            S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible)
            S36: Wear suitable protective clothing

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.