Materials safety data sheet

Identification

Chemical Formula: Not applicable - synthetic peptide

Hazardous ingredients

Synthetic peptide - hazards unknown.
Avoid inhalation, eye and skin contact.

Other ingredients

The product was purified in Acetonitrile and water containing 0.1% Trifluoroacetic acid.

Physical data

Melting point: N/A
Boiling point: N/A
Vapour pressure (mm Hg): N/A
Vapour density (AIR=1): N/A
Specific gravity (H₂O=1): Unknown
Solubility in water: Soluble
Appearance and odour: White/yellowish, odourless powder.

Fire and explosion hazard data

Flash point

N/A

Extinguishing media

No restriction known

Special Fire Fighting procedures

No special procedures or hazards are known for this material. Due to uncertainty regarding characteristic changes of any chemical involved in a fire, we recommend wearing full respiratory protection equipment along with normal protective equipment.

Unusual fire and explosion hazards

None

Health and hazard data

Threshold Limit value: No toxicity data available, treat as hazardous. Effects of exposure: No toxicity information is available and it is believed that exact hazard data has not been determined. Good chemical procedures would require that this material is treated as hazardous when handling.

Emergency and First Aid Procedures

If swallowed

Wash mouth with water, provided casualty is conscious, ensuring rinse is not swallowed. Seek immediate medical attention.

Eyes

Flush with water for several minutes, ensuring actual water contact with the eye. If any sign of irritation appears, irrigate for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention

Skin

Wash well with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. If adverse effects occur, seek medical attention.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure. In the event of any ill effects, seek medical attention.

Reactivity data

Stability: Product is normally stable. Conditions to avoid: None known. Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): Unknown. None expected. Hazardous decomposition products: Unknown. None expected.

Spill or leak procedures

Steps to be taken in case material released or spilled:

• Wear protective clothing and equipment.
• Absorb any solution on sand or vermiculite/sweep up any powder and place in a closed container for disposal.
• Ventilate area and wash spill site thoroughly after material pickup complete.

Waste Disposal Method: Observe all Health and Safety disposal guidelines.

Handling procedures

Precautions to be taken when handling and storing:

• Wear gloves, protective clothing and chemical safety glasses.
• Avoid inhalation, eye and skin contact.