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L-Glutathione reduced
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Cayman Chemical Company
1180 E. Ellsworth Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
1. Product and Company Identification
Product Code: 10007461
Product Name: L-Glutathione reduced
Manufacturer Information
Company Name: Cayman Chemical Company
Emergency Contact: Cayman Chemical Company (800)364-9897
Information: Cayman Chemical Company (734)971-3335
Chemical Family: Fatty Acids
CAS Number: 70-18-8
RTECS #: MC0556000
Synonyms: L-.gamma.-glutamyl-L-cysteinyl-glycine;GSH;
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Glutathione, reduced
Hazardous Components (Chemical Name)
70-18-8
CAS #
100.0 %
Percentage
No data.
OSHA PEL
No data.
ACGIH TLV
No data.
Other Limits
1.
Glutathione, reduced
Hazardous Components (Chemical Name)
MC0556000
RTECS #
No data.
OSHA STEL
No data.
OSHA CEIL
No data.
ACGIH STEL
No data.
ACGIH CEIL
1.
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: No data available.
Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation? Yes Skin? Yes Eyes? Yes Ingestion? Yes Other: Injection
Potential Health Effects (Acute and Chronic): Material may be irritating to the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption.
May cause eye, skin, or respiratory system irritation.
The toxicological properties of this compound have not been fully evaluated.
LD 50/LC 50: Please refer to Section 11.
Signs and Symptoms Of Exposure: No data available.
4. First Aid Measures
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: If inhaled remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration or give oxygen by trained
personnel. Get immediate medical attention.
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention. Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed
to do so by medical personnel.
In case of contact with eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush eyes with plenty of water. After initial
flushings, remove any contact lenses and continue flushing for at least 20 minutes. Have eyes
examined and tested by medical personnel.
In case of skin contact, immediately wash skin with soap and plenty of water. Remove
contaminated clothing. Get medical attention if symptoms occur. Wash clothing before reuse.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Pt: No data.
Explosive Limits: LEL: No data. UEL: No data.
Fire Fighting Instructions: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand (MSHA/NIOSH
approved or equivalent), and full protective gear to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Flammable Properties and Hazards: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Extinguishing Media: Use alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, water, or dry chemical spray when fighting fires
involving this material.
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Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: No data available.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Steps To Be Taken In Case Material Is
Released Or Spilled:
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing apparatus and appropriate personal
protection (rubber boots, safety goggles, and heavy rubber gloves).
Vacuum or sweep up material and place in disposal container.
Avoid raising dust.
After removal, ventilate contaminated area and flush thoroughly with water.
7. Handling and Storage
Hazard Label Information: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not reuse this container. Use with adequate ventilation.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Precautions To Be Taken in Handling: Avoid breathing (dust, vapor, mist, gas).
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
Do not reuse this container.
Use with adequate ventilation.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Precautions To Be Taken in Storing: Keep tightly closed.
Store at correct temperature.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Protective Equipment Summary - Hazard
Label Information:
Eye wash station in work area Lab coat Latex disposable gloves Safety glasses Safety
shower in work area Vent Hood
Respiratory Equipment (Specify Type): No data available.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses
Protective Gloves: Latex disposable gloves
Other Protective Clothing: Lab coat
Engineering Controls (Ventilation etc.): Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne
levels below recommended exposure limits.
Work/Hygienic/Maintenance Practices: Do not take internally.
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a
safety shower.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical States: [ ] Gas [ ] Liquid [ X ] Solid
Melting Point: No data.
Boiling Point: No data.
Autoignition Pt: No data.
Flash Pt: No data. Method:
Explosive Limits: LEL: No data. UEL: No data.
Specific Gravity (Water = 1): No data.
Vapor Pressure (vs. Air or mm Hg): No data.
Vapor Density (vs. Air = 1): No data.
Evaporation Rate (vs Butyl Acetate=1): No data.
Solubility in Water: 20 mg/ml* at 25.0 C
Other Solubility Notes: *also Sol. in PBS (pH 7.2)
Percent Volatile: No data.
Corrosion Rate: No data.
Formula: C10H17N3O6S
Molecular Weight: 307.30
pH: No data.
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Appearance and Odor: A crystalline solid
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Unstable [ ] Stable [ X ]
Conditions To Avoid - Instability: protect from moisture
Incompatibility - Materials To Avoid: strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Or Byproducts: carbon dioxide
carbon monoxide
nitrogen oxides
sulfur oxides
Hazardous Polymerization: Will occur [ ] Will not occur [ X ]
Conditions To Avoid - Hazardous
Polymerization:
No data available.
11. Toxicological Information
Toxicological Information: The toxicological effects of this compound have not been thoroughly studied.
Toxicity Data:
Oral LD50 (mouse):5000 mg/kg
Intraperitoneal LD50 (mouse):4020 mg/kg
Intravenous LD50 (mouse):2238 mg/kg
Intravenous LD50 (rabbit):>2 g/kg
Intramuscular LD50 (mouse):4 g/kg
Subcutaneous LD50 (mouse):5 g/kg
Chronic Toxicological Effects: Investigated as a mutagen and reproductive effector.
Only select Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS) data is presented here.
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Glutathione, reduced RTECS Number: MC0556000
Carcinogenicity/Other Information: No data available.
Carcinogenicity: NTP? No IARC Monographs? No OSHA Regulated? No
12. Ecological Information
Ecological Information: Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution.
13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
14. Transport Information
LAND TRANSPORT (US DOT)
DOT Proper Shipping Name: No data available.
Additional Transport Information: Transport in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
15. Regulatory Information
US EPA SARA Title III
Glutathione, reduced
Hazardous Components (Chemical Name)
70-18-8
CAS #
No
Sec.302 (EHS)
No
Sec.304 RQ
No
Sec.313 (TRI)
No
Sec.110
1.
US EPA CAA, CWA, TSCA
Glutathione, reduced
Hazardous Components (Chemical Name)
70-18-8
CAS #
No
EPA CAA
No
EPA CWA NPDES
No
EPA TSCA
No
CA PROP 65
1.
16. Other Information
For research use only, not for human or veterinary clinical use.
DISCLAIMER: This information is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should
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