Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Albuterol Catalog
AL155
Common Name/
Number(s).
Trade Name
CAS# 18559-94-9
Manufacturer
RTECS SJ7450000
SPECTRUM QUALITY PRODUCTS INC.
TSCA TSCA 8(b) inventory: No
products were found.
Commercial Name(s) Salbutamol
CI# Not available.
Synonym alpha'-[[(1,1-Dimethyl)amino]methyl]-4-hydroxy-1,3-benzenedimethanol
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Chemical Name
Chemical Family Not available. CALL (310) 516-8000
C13H21NO3
Chemical Formula
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Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)
Name CAS # % by Weight
1) Albuterol 18559-94-9 100
Toxicological Data Albuterol
on Ingredients LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of
inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Effects MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
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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. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Serious Skin Contact Not available.
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. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight
clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
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...).
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.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
of Various Substances
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Not available.
Special Remarks on
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. 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. 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 breathe dust. Avoid contact with
eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the label when
possible.
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 239.32 g/mole
Not available.
Color
Not available.
pH (1% soln/water)
Boiling Point Decomposes.
Melting Point 151°C (303.8°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 Not available.
Solubility Not available.
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 Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
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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 LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans Causes damage to the following organs: lungs, mucous membranes.
Other Toxic Effects on Hazardous in case of ingestion.
Humans Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on Passes through the placental barrier in human.
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on other Not available.
Toxic Effects on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
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.
Special Provisions for Not applicable.
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
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Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
No products were found.
Federal and State
Regulations
California
Proposition 65
Warnings
Other Regulations OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
WHMIS (Canada) CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
Other Classifications
DSCL (EEC) R36- Irritating to eyes.
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
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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. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Splash goggles.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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