Material Safety Data Sheet
Pravastatin sodium     

Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Pravastatin sodium   
Catalog Numbers: SC-46788

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS#81131-70-6
Chemical Name: Pravastatin sodium   
Percent  95%min
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.
This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
2.2 Label elements
The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws.

Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation 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.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. 

Section 4 - First Aid Measures 
If inhaled: If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
In case of skin contact: Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
In case of eye contact: Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
4.2 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.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: no data available
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures 
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: Carbon oxides, Sodium oxides
5.3 Advice for firefighters: Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
5.4 Further information: no data available.

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

Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
7.1 Precautions for safe handling: Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Recommended storage temperature: 2 - 8 °C
7.3 Specific end uses: no data available.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection 
8.1 Control parameters: Components with workplace control parameters
8.2 Exposure controls: Appropriate engineering controls: General industrial hygiene practice.

Personal Protective Equipment
Eye/face protection: Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection: 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. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Body Protection: Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances, and to the specific work-place., The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance  levels of dusts are desired, use type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties 

Physical State: Powder.
Color: White.
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.  
Viscosity: Not available.
 Boiling Point: 279.409°C at 760 mmHg
Freezing/Melting Point: 171.2-173 °C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
 Flash Point: 122.783°C
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Water Solubility: Not available
 Specific Gravity/Density:1.64g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C7H6BrNO3
Molecular Weight: 0

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 
RTECS#:Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral - rat - > 12.000 mg/kg
Carcinogenicity:
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 
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 Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
      Hazard Class:Not available
        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.