Product Name: 5'-Uridylic Acid Disodium Salt
Synonyms: Uridine 5'-monophosphate disodium salt, UMP-Na2
Chemical Formula: C9H11N2Na2O9P
Molecular Weight: 372.14 g/mol
CAS Number: 3387-36-8
Use: Laboratory chemical, pharmaceutical research, biochemical reagent
Supplier: Details of manufacturer/distributor with emergency contact available on product label or provided upon request
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS standards
Main Hazards: Dust may irritate respiratory system, skin, and eyes. High exposure to powders can cause mild discomfort.
Warning Symbols: Not required, minimal hazard under normal lab use.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid creating or inhaling dust, prevent contact with eyes and broken skin.
Emergency Overview: Low hazard for normal handling; avoid mucous membrane and prolonged skin exposure.
Chemical Name: 5'-Uridylic Acid Disodium Salt
Concentration: >98% pure
Impurities: Trace organics and inorganics below relevant safety thresholds
Ingredient Disclosure: Single-component substance
Additives: No known stabilizers or preservatives present
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air if dust inhaled. Rinse mouth and throat with water.
Skin Contact: Rinse with plenty of water; wash using soap; take off contaminated clothing.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with clean water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if possible.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly. Seek medical advice if discomfort persists.
Symptoms: No acute symptoms expected. Prolonged exposure may lead to slight irritation, seek medical help if necessary.
Medical Notes: Supportive care only, no specific antidote available.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide for small fires.
Combustion Hazards: May produce toxic fumes of phosphorous oxides, nitrogen oxides, and sodium compounds on burning.
Protection for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Special Fire Procedures: Avoid inhaling smoke or dust. Cool containers exposed to fire by water mist.
Flammability Limits: Not flammable under typical conditions.
Spill Response: Evacuate area, ventilate, minimize dust creation. Collect using damp cloth or mop.
Personal Protection: Wear gloves, goggles, dust mask or respirator if spill is substantial.
Containment: Avoid runoff into drains, sewers, or water bodies.
Cleanup Method: Sweep or vacuum up (using HEPA filter), transfer to appropriate waste container.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent larger spills from contaminating soil and water resources.
Handling: Avoid dust generation, avoid breathing powders. Wash hands before breaks and after use. Use in a fume hood for weighing.
Storage Conditions: Store tightly closed at 2–8°C in a cool, dry, well-ventilated environment, away from incompatible materials.
Container Materials: Use glass or chemically resistant plastic. Keep container tightly sealed.
Storage Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers or acids.
Hygiene Practices: Change clothing if substantial dust is present; don’t eat, drink, or smoke in product area.
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established for this compound.
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or containment to minimize airborne dust. General lab ventilation usually sufficient.
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile or latex gloves, lab coat, chemical splash goggles. Respiratory protection if dust is generated.
Additional Protective Measures: Eye wash station, safety shower nearby.
Environmental Controls: Prevent formation of airborne powder, contain spills.
Appearance: White or off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Melting Point: Decomposes above 200°C
Solubility: Freely soluble in water
pH (aqueous solution): 7.0–9.0 (at 10 mg/mL)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Relative Density: Approx. 2.1 at 20°C
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): -3.4 (low bioaccumulation potential)
Other Data: Stable under recommended conditions, no known odor threshold or specific taste
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling.
Reactivity: Non-reactive under standard laboratory and storage conditions.
Incompatible Materials: Avoid strong oxidizers, strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Phosphorous oxides, nitrogen oxides, sodium compounds if heated to decomposition.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Special Precautions: Protect from excessive heat, direct sunlight, and moisture.
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity by all routes; oral LD50 not established in animal studies. No known hazards in small quantities.
Skin Irritation: Mild, reversible irritation possible after prolonged exposure.
Eye Irritation: Can cause mild, temporary irritation.
Respiratory Sensitization: Low risk; dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Long-Term Effects: No documented chronic health hazards; no data on carcinogenic, mutagenic or reproductive effects.
Other Toxicological Data: Not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA, ACGIH as a carcinogen. Not known to be sensitizing or toxic by standard laboratory handling.
Ecotoxicity: Not expected to be hazardous to aquatic life in typical lab spill amounts.
Persistence/Degradability: Readily biodegradable, hydrolyzes and degrades in soil and water.
Bioaccumulation: Very low potential; log Kow indicates substance will not bioaccumulate.
Mobility in Soil: Soluble, disperses well in water, unlikely to adsorb strongly to soil.
Other Adverse Effects: No known significant environmental hazards in typical lab-scale use or accidental release.
Waste Treatment: Collect and transfer to properly labeled chemical waste container for disposal according to local regulations.
Hazardous Waste Status: Not classified as hazardous under US RCRA or comparable regulations, but good practice to avoid sewage or general waste disposal.
Container Disposal: Rinse containers, remove hazard labeling and dispose as chemical waste if possible.
Disposal Practices: Handle according to institutional guidelines for laboratory chemicals.
Precautions: Prevent uncontrolled release to environment during clean-up and disposal.
UN Number: Not regulated
Shipping Name: 5'-Uridylic Acid Disodium Salt
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous for ground, air, or sea transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Marine Pollutant: Not listed
Special Precautions for Transport: Protect containers from physical damage and comply with standard chemical transportation policies.
Labeling Requirements: Not required for laboratory use under OSHA HazCom; label with product name and hazard warnings if needed.
TSCA Status: Listed or exempt
SARA Section 313: Not subject to reporting
REACH Status: Not registered; available for research and development only in the EU
Other Regulations: Not listed in California Proposition 65, DSL/NDSL or similar lists.
Workplace Control: Ensure use according to appropriate laboratory standards and institutional guidelines