Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Amikacin sulfate Catalog
A1309, A1624, YY223
Common Name/
Number(s).
Trade Name
CAS# 39831-55-5
Manufacturer
RTECS WK1961200
SPECTRUM QUALITY PRODUCTS INC.
TSCA TSCA 8(b) inventory: No
products were found.
Commercial Name(s) Not available.
CI# Not available.
Synonym O-3-Amino-3-deoxy-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-(1-6)-O-(6-amino-6-deoxy-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-(1-4))-N(sup
1)-(4-amino-2-hydroxy-1-oxobutyl)-2-deoxy-(S)-D-streptamine sulfate IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
(1:2) salt
Chemical Name Not available.
Not available. CALL (310) 516-8000
Chemical Family
Chemical Formula C22H43N5O13.2H2SO4
SPECTRUM QUALITY PRODUCTS INC.
Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)
Name CAS # % by Weight
1) Amikacin sulfate 39831-55-5 100
Toxicological Data Amikacin sulfate:
on Ingredients ORAL (LD50): Acute: 4001 mg/kg [Rat]. 10679 mg/kg [Mouse]. 3001 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion. Slightly hazardous in case of
inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Effects
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Amikacin sulfate
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes
before reuse. Get medical attention.
Serious Skin Contact Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical
attention.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
Serious Inhalation Not available.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if
symptoms appear.
Serious Ingestion Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature Not available.
Flash Points Not available.
Flammable Limits Not available.
Products of Combustion These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...), sulfur oxides (SO2, SO3...).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Not available.
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and Instructions LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. If necessary: Neutralize
the residue with a dilute solution of sodium carbonate. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the
contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large Spill Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Neutralize the residue with a dilute
solution of sodium carbonate. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to
evacuate through the sanitary system.
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
Precautions Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the
residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust.
Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the
label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Storage Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used
a Large Spill to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits Not available.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Solid. Odor Not available.
Not available.
Taste
Molecular Weight 781.77 g/mole
Not available.
Color
3 [Acidic.]
pH (1% soln/water)
Boiling Point Not available.
Melting Point Decomposition temperature: 220°C (428°F)
Critical Temperature Not available.
Specific Gravity Not available.
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
Vapor Density Not available.
Not available.
Volatility
Odor Threshold Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. Not available.
Ionicity (in Water) Not available.
Dispersion Properties See solubility in water.
Solubility Partially soluble in cold water.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability The product is stable.
Instability Temperature Not available.
Conditions of Instability Not available.
Incompatibility with various Not available.
substances
Corrosivity Not available.
Amikacin sulfate
Special Remarks on Not available.
Reactivity
Special Remarks on Not available.
Corrosivity
Polymerization Will not occur.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry Eye contact. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 3001 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Chronic Effects on Humans Not available.
Other Toxic Effects on Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion.
Humans Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on other Not available.
Toxic Effects on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
BOD5 and COD Not available.
Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
Toxicity of the Products The products of degradation are more toxic.
of Biodegradation
Special Remarks on the Not available.
Products of Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Identification Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
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Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
Federal and State
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute:
Regulations
Amikacin sulfate
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: Amikacin sulfate
California
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
Proposition 65
to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: Amikacin sulfate
Warnings
Other Regulations Not available.
WHMIS (Canada) Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
Other Classifications
DSCL (EEC) R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 2 National Fire Protection
1 Flammability
1 Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
2 0 Reactivity
Health
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
E
WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent.
Splash goggles.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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