Material Safety Data Sheet
6-hydroxyindole  
 
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name:6-hydroxyindole
Catalog Numbers: 86-59005

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS#2380-86-1
Chemical Name: 6-hydroxyindole
Percent  98%
EINECS/ELINCS: 417-020-4.
Hazard Symbols: Xi,N,Xn.
Risk Phrases: 36/37/38-51/53-43-41-22.

Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin

Potential Health Effects
Eye: Cause eye irritation.
Skin: May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Cause skin irritation.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic: No information found.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures 
Eyes:In case of eye contact,Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
Skin: In case of skin contact,Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
Ingestion: If swallowed,Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
Inhalation: If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures 
General Information: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. In case of fire use Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures 
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas.
Environmental precautions: Do not let product enter drains.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Reference to other sections: For disposal see section 13

Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
Precautions for safe handling: Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection 
Engineering Controls: Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Skin: Wear safety chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators: Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties 
Physical State: Solid.
Color: Grey.
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
 Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 124-130 °C.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
 Flash Point: Not available. 
 Decomposition Temperature: Not available.

 Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
Molecular Formula: C8H7NO.
 Molecular Weight: 133.15.

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
Chemical Stability: Not available.
Conditions to Avoid: Not available.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Not available.
Hazardous Polymerization: has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information 
RTECS#: Not available.
CAS#2380-86-1.
LD50/LC50: RTECS: Not available.
Carcinogenicity: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.
6-hydroxyindole,98%- Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Other Studies: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.

Section 12 - Ecological Information 
Additional ecological information:
General notes: no data available

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

Section 14 - Transport Information 
14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: -                     IMDG: -                                                  IATA: -
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods
IATA: Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: -                   IMDG: -                                                    IATA: -
14.4 Packaging group 
ADR/RID: -                   IMDG: -                                                     IATA: -
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no                IMDG Marine Pollutant: no                       IATA: no
14.6 Special precautions for user
no data available

Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European/International Regulations
      European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
           Hazard Symbols: 36/37/38-51/53-43-41-22.
           Risk Phrases:
                    R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
                    R51/53: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
                    R43: May cause sensitization by skin contact
                    R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes
                    R42: May cause sensitization by inhalation
           Safety Phrases:
                    S37/39: Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection
                    S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
                    S61: Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions safety data sheet
                    S24: Avoid contact with skin
                    S2: Keep out of the reach of children

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.