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Product Name: Gemfibrozil
Synonyms: 5-(2,5-Dimethylphenoxy)-2,2-dimethylpentanoic acid
CAS Number: 25812-30-0
Molecular Formula: C15H22O3
Molecular Weight: 250.33 g/mol
Recommended Use: Lipid-regulating agent used in medical environments for cholesterol management
Manufacturer: Refer to supplier details on packaging or procurement documents
Contact Information: See company documentation or packaging for emergency phone
Email for MSDS Inquiry: Refer to supplier’s established support channels
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS for commercial volumes, but may cause irritation or allergic response in sensitive persons
Health Hazards: May cause eye and skin irritation, potential for respiratory irritation if dust forms in processing areas
Environmental Hazards: May pose low risk but should be contained to prevent entry into soil or water systems
Label Elements: Avoid contact with eyes and skin, prevent inhalation of dust or fine particulates
Pictograms: Exclamation mark (use on label in industrial settings)
Signal Word: Warning
Chemical Name: Gemfibrozil
PURITY: ≥98% (typically for pharmaceutical grade)
Impurities: Process-related residues, usually less than 2%, specify by manufacturer
Other Components: Tablet forms sometimes include binder and filler excipients such as microcrystalline cellulose, but substance MSDS refers to active pharmaceutical ingredient only
Concentration Range: 100% Gemfibrozil in active form used for compounding or chemical handling
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms such as coughing or breathing difficulty develop after exposure to dust
Skin Contact: Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse
Eye Contact: Flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids to ensure thorough rinsing, seek medical guidance for persistent irritation
Ingestion: Offer water to rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting unless directed by a healthcare professional, seek immediate medical attention in case of large ingestion or unusual symptoms
Most important symptoms: Irritation, redness, coughing if inhaled, potential allergic skin response in susceptible persons
Appropriate Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical powder, foam, or carbon dioxide for small scale laboratory or warehouse fires
Hazards from Combustion Products: Potential release of carbon oxides and unidentified organic compounds
Specific firefighting advice: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing, evacuate personnel not involved in response
Fire/Explosion Hazards: Dust may form explosive mixtures with air, though this risk is low in standard pharmaceutical handling
Special Protective Equipment: Full gear with chemical-resistant boots, gloves, and helmet face shield
Personal Precautions: Ventilate area, use protective gloves, goggles, and suitable dust mask or respirator
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, sewers, or water courses, contain spill with absorbent materials if possible
Clean-up Methods: Sweep up gently without generating dust, place in marked container for disposal
Spill size management: Clean small spills with damp cloth, use vacuum with HEPA filter for significant quantities
Decontamination: Use mild detergent and water to clean spill area after removal of bulk material
Safe Handling: Use in well-ventilated areas, avoid breathing dust or vapors, minimize generation of dust, wash hands after handling
Conditions for Safe Storage: Store in tightly closed container, protect from light, moisture, and incompatible substances such as oxidizers
Storage Temperature: Maintain room temperature, recommended 20-25°C (68-77°F) unless otherwise specified by supplier
Incompatibilities in Storage: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, and bases may degrade product integrity
Packaging Materials: Use original, unopened packaging for long-term stability, secondary containment advised in bulk storage environments
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific regulatory workplace exposure limit for Gemfibrozil, follow good industrial hygiene practices
Engineering Controls: Employ local fume extraction, general room ventilation for bulk or frequent handling
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved dust mask or respirator if dust is present
Eye/Face Protection: Chemical safety goggles or face shield for significant handling
Skin Protection: Wear suitable gloves, lab coat or gown, and closed-toed shoes
Environmental Controls: Avoid release to the environment by using closed systems or spill containment plans
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Slightly acidic in solution
Melting Point: 61–65°C
Boiling Point: Not available (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Not determined, unlikely to form volatile vapors under standard conditions
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable (solid)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in methanol and ethanol
Density: 1.13 g/cm³ (bulk, approximate)
Partition Coefficient (log Pow): 4.77
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Thermal Decomposition: May decompose at elevated temperatures, releasing hazardous fumes such as carbon oxides
Hazardous Reactions: Not likely under normal use, though exposure to strong oxidizers or acids can cause hazardous decomposition
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to light, heat, moisture, and open air
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, strong bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, unidentified organic fragments in thermal degradation
Acute Toxicity: Low oral toxicity, LD50 (rat) reported >5000 mg/kg
Chronic Exposure: Extended exposure at high doses in animal studies linked to liver changes, used in therapeutic doses under strict supervision
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eye contact
Irritation: May cause mild eye or skin irritation
Sensitization: Not reported to be a significant sensitizer; rare allergic reaction in some workers
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: Not mutagenic or carcinogenic based on standard assay findings
Reproductive Toxicity: Animal studies show embryotoxicity at high levels, not indicated in routine occupational exposures
Environmental Fate: Biodegrades slowly in soil and water, persistent in some aquatic systems
Aquatic Toxicity: Low acute toxicity to aquatic organisms, but long-term effects from trace residue accumulation unknown
Mobility in Soil: Moderately mobile, given moderate water solubility
Bioaccumulation Potential: Moderate, based on partition coefficient
Disposal Precautions: Prevent significant entry into waterways, avoid dust and spills to minimize ecosystem disruption
Waste Disposal: Dispose as hazardous pharmaceutical waste, following local, regional, and national regulations
Recommended Methods: High-temperature incineration preferred, chemical treatment acceptable in controlled environments
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of empty containers as hazardous waste, never reuse for food or water
Regulatory Guidance: Seek guidance from local hazardous waste authority before disposal
Environmental Precautions: Do not flush in drain, landfill or uncontrolled surface disposal
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for transport in most jurisdictions
Proper Shipping Name: Gemfibrozil, non-hazardous for ground and air shipping in solid form
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated by ground, air, or sea transport agencies
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Precautions: Protect containers from physical damage, moisture, and direct sunlight during shipment
Labeling Requirements: Use appropriate handling and identification information for destination country
International Regulations: Subject to local pharmaceutical regulation and chemical inventory controls
U.S. Regulations (OSHA, TSCA, SARA): Not listed as hazardous, not required for reporting under SARA Title III
European Union: Not listed as dangerous under European Directives for bulk material, subject to REACH registration for import/export
Workplace Labeling: Required for bulk storage, include hazard and precaution statements per GHS
Other Regulatory Notes: Prescription drug control applies for pharmaceutical use, follow packaging and transport standards for finished products
Additional Information: Consult local, state, and national agencies for compliance in laboratory or production environments
