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Product Name: D-Camphorsulfonic Acid
Synonyms: 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ylsulfonic acid, CSA
Chemical Formula: C10H16O4S
CAS Number: 5872-08-2
EC Number: 227-530-3
Recommended Use: Intermediate, catalyst, resolving agent in pharmaceutical synthesis
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GHS Classification: Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1B; Serious eye damage/irritation, Category 1
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Harmful if swallowed. May cause respiratory irritation.
Pictograms: Corrosion, Exclamation Mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye and face protection. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. In case of accident or discomfort, seek medical advice immediately.
Chemical Name: D-Camphorsulfonic Acid
CAS Number: 5872-08-2
Percentage Purity: 98–100%
Impurities: Typically negligible; consult supplier for full impurity profile for GMP purposes
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air immediately. If breathing difficulties persist, use oxygen and seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with plenty of water for several minutes, keeping eyelids open. Seek medical attention right away.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical help immediately.
Symptoms: Burns, redness, pain, tearing, respiratory distress, stomach pain, nausea
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry powder, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Strong water jet
Specific Hazards: Toxic gases such as sulfur oxides and carbon oxides can be released in a fire.
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and fully protective suit.
Special Precautions: Cool containers with water spray. Avoid inhaling vapors or dust generated by fire.
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment recommended for handling. Avoid dust formation.
Environmental Precautions: Do not allow material to reach surface water, sewage systems, or soil.
Cleaning Methods: Collect spilled material with a clean, dry shovel. Place in a suitable, tightly closed container for disposal. Ventilate affected area well.
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate personnel not essential for clean-up, and notify emergency responders if needed.
Safe Handling: Work in well-ventilated areas. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Use appropriate personal protective equipment.
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed, dry, and in a cool, ventilated place away from incompatible substances like strong oxidizers, strong bases, and strong acids.
Special Requirements: Store in corrosion-proof containers resistant to acid. Keep away from moisture and sources of ignition.
Transfer Precautions: Minimize dust generation. Use sealed transfer and handling systems when possible.
Engineering Controls: Use adequate local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established permissible exposure limits for D-Camphorsulfonic Acid. Handle with care and monitor workplace air quality.
Personal Protective Equipment:
— Eyes: Tightly fitting safety goggles or face shield
— Skin: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or butyl rubber), lab coat, apron
— Respiratory: Approved dust respirator (P2/P3 filter) if dust or aerosols may be generated
Hygiene: Wash hands after handling. Remove and clean contaminated clothing.
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Slightly camphoraceous
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Strongly acidic (1% solution)
Melting Point/Range: 190–195 °C
Boiling Point/Range: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Non-flammable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not flammable under normal conditions
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Relative Density: 1.28 g/cm³
Solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol, methanol; insoluble in non-polar solvents
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Not determined
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: Decomposes at high temperatures
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions.
Reactivity: Reacts strongly with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, moisture, incompatible substances
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulfur oxides (SOx), carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Hazardous Polymerization: Not known to occur
Corrosivity: Corrosive to metals and tissue; causes burns on contact
Acute Toxicity: Not fully tested in animals; irritant/corrosive to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Symptoms: Severe burning sensation, pain, redness, blisters, serious eye damage
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause dermatitis and tissue destruction
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive/Developmental Toxicity: No specific data available
Target Organs: Skin, eyes, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms at high concentrations; avoid release into the environment
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradability not well documented; likely to degrade slowly under ambient conditions
Bioaccumulation: Not expected to significantly bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Highly mobile in water; can reach ground water if not controlled
Other Adverse Effects: No known significant short- or long-term environmental effects at low concentrations if proper disposal measures followed
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste and contaminated packaging through a licensed waste disposal contractor. Neutralize with dilute base if recommended.
Precautions: Wear protective equipment during disposal operations. Never dispose into the environment or public sewage.
Regulatory Frameworks: Disposal must follow local, regional, and national regulations for hazardous waste.
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose as chemical waste. Rinse containers before disposal only if permitted by local guidelines.
UN Number: 3261
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive solid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (D-Camphorsulfonic acid)
Transport Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive substances)
Packing Group: III
Hazard Label: Corrosive
Special Precautions: Handle in original, tightly closed and labeled containers; avoid damage during transport. Ensure segregation from incompatible substances.
Inventory Status: Listed in TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, REACH compliant in Europe, AICS (Australia)
Regulatory Classification: Classified as dangerous/hazardous under GHS, OSHA Hazard Communication, EU CLP
SARA Title III: Not listed in Section 302 or 313. Check Section 311/312 for immediate health hazard.
Other Regulations: Not on California Proposition 65. Verify local and regional chemical control requirements.
Restriction on Use: For industrial and research use only; not intended for food, drug, or household applications unless certified for such.
