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Product Name: Butaphosphan
Chemical Synonyms: Phosphonic acid, Butyl-, monoammonium salt
CAS Number: 17316-67-5
Use: Used in veterinary medicine as a metabolic stimulant mainly for livestock
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Recommended Restrictions: Not for direct human use, not advised for use outside veterinary guidance
Classification: Acute toxicity (oral, dermal), Eye irritation, Skin irritation
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes mild skin and eye irritation, may cause discomfort if swallowed
Pictograms: Exclamation mark indicating moderate hazard
Precautionary Statements: Wear gloves and protective clothing, avoid contact with eyes and skin, wash hands after handling
Other Hazards: Non-flammable, may be irritating to mucous membranes or respiratory tract if inhaled as mist or aerosol
Main Ingredient: Butaphosphan (concentration varies by formulation, typical pure API 100%)
Impurities: May contain water, small amounts of inorganic salts, residual solvents, or stabilizing agents depending on manufacturer
Other Ingredients: Diluent (often saline or water for injection in injectable solutions), preservative in finished product
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, provide symptomatic treatment for irritation, seek medical help if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse gently with plenty of clean water, lift eyelids occasionally, seek medical attention if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water if victim is conscious, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention
Notes for Physicians: Treat symptomatically, monitor for allergic reactions, provide supportive care for clinical symptoms
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water jet may spread material
Special Hazards: Combustion may produce toxic or irritating gases (phosphorus oxides, CO, CO2)
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing
Advice for Firefighters: Cool containers exposed to flames with water spray, avoid inhalation of smoke or fumes
Personal Precautions: Use protective gloves, eye/face protection, avoid skidding or stepping in spilled material
Environmental Precautions: Prevent runoff into drains or waterways, contain spillage with absorbent material (sand, earth)
Methods for Cleanup: Collect with non-sparking tools, place in closed, labeled containers for proper disposal, clean contaminated surfaces with plenty of water
Precautions for Safe Handling: Use in well-ventilated areas, avoid breathing mist/vapors, never eat, drink, or smoke while handling
Conditions for Storage: Store in cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, acids, oxidizing agents
Packaging Materials: Keep in original, tightly closed containers made of compatible material (glass, polyethylene)
Storage Temperature: Recommended to keep between 2°C and 25°C, protected from frost
Control Parameters: No established occupational exposure limits, monitor for general chemical exposure
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if handling larger volumes, mechanical ventilation recommended
Respiratory Protection: Wear mask or suitable respirator if aerosol generation likely
Hand Protection: Nitrile or latex gloves recommended
Eye/Face Protection: Safety goggles or face shield
Skin Protection: Protective laboratory coat or apron
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, change contaminated clothing, practice general housekeeping in work area
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline solid or clear colorless aqueous solution (in injectable form)
Odor: Odorless or mild faint odor
pH: 6.5 - 7.5 (1% solution)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Approx. 180°C (pure substance)
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Highly soluble in water
Density: Around 1.3 g/cm³ (solid form)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined, very hydrophilic
Viscosity: Not defined for solid, slightly viscous in concentrated solution
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Possible Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions under normal use, may react with strong oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing materials
Hazardous Decomposition: Thermal decomposition produces phosphorus oxides or other toxic vapors
Reactivity: Unlikely under normal conditions, avoid excessive heat and contamination
Acute Toxicity: Estimates range LD50 (oral, rat) 2000–3000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild irritant, especially at higher concentrations
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Moderate irritant, avoid direct exposure
Respiratory or Skin Sensitisation: Possible skin sensitizer, rare reports of mild allergic reactions
Chronic Toxicity: No long-term toxicity reported at therapeutic doses for veterinary use
Carcinogenicity, Mutagenicity, Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified as carcinogenic or mutagenic based on current data
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic and terrestrial organisms as currently understood
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable, does not persist in environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: Unlikely, compound is soluble and easily broken down
Mobility in Soil: Expected to have high mobility, may leach to groundwater if released in large amounts
Other Harmful Effects: None known with standard veterinary usage and disposal practices
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose as hazardous chemical waste according to local, regional, national regulations
Product Disposal: Incineration in chemical waste incinerator preferred, do not dispose of via municipal sewage
Container Disposal: Rinse containers, render unusable, send to licensed waste handler
Special Instructions: Do not allow large quantities to reach environment, use specialist disposal contractors for significant spills
UN Number: Not classified as hazardous for transport under UN criteria
Proper Shipping Name: Butaphosphan, not regulated for road, air, or sea transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not considered marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Avoid rough handling, prevent release to environment during transit
Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations: Subject to national, regional, and local chemical regulations, typically under veterinary pharmaceuticals
REACH Status (EU): Registered active substance for veterinary use
OSHA (US) Status: May be covered under general industry standard for chemical handling
WHMIS (Canada): Not classified as dangerous, may require workplace labeling and SDS availability
Inventory Listings: Listed in major chemical inventories where used for animal health
Other Regulatory Notes: Requires prescription for veterinary administration, not licensed for direct human medication
