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Product Name: Helicid
Synonyms: 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde glucoside, Helicidum
Chemical Formula: C13H16O7
CAS Number: 548-29-8
Supplier Information: Manufacturer and distributor contact details available on request; for immediate assistance in emergencies, refer to emergency hotlines provided by the distributor.
Recommended Uses: Research, pharmaceutical raw material, chemical analysis.
Restriction on Use: Not for food, household or veterinary use; only trained personnel are permitted to handle.
Hazard Classification: Not classified as a hazardous substance under GHS criteria; minimal hazard anticipated based on chemical structure and limited animal data.
Pictogram(s): None required.
Signal Word: None needed.
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin or eye irritation. Inhalation may provoke coughing or mild respiratory discomfort. Large amounts may upset digestion.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid prolonged contact with skin and eyes. Do not inhale dust. Wash hands after handling.
Other Hazards: Spilled powder may create slipping hazard. Fine dust can irritate mucous membranes.
Chemical Name: Helicid
Synonym(s): 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde glucoside
Concentration: >98% (analytical grade)
Impurities: Trace organics <2% possible
Additives: None
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath develop.
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Drink several glasses of water; obtain medical assistance if feeling unwell.
Acute/Delayed Symptoms: May trigger mild irritation, no evidence of long-term toxicity from acute exposure.
Most Important Symptoms: Stinging, itching, or mild discomfort at site of contact.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water stream may scatter powder.
Specific Hazards: Dust suspended in air can form explosive mixtures. Combustion can release small amounts of carbon monoxide.
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Further Advice: Move containers from fire area if it can be done without risk. Cool surrounding equipment with water spray.
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment. Avoid generating dust. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate area if dust concentration is high or sensitivity occurs.
Containment: Sweep up and place in suitably labeled container. Avoid dispersal.
Clean-Up Methods: Clean spill area with water. Prevent entry into drains or watercourses.
Measures for Environmental Protection: Avoid release to the environment. Collect material for proper disposal.
Safe Handling Advice: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. Prevent dust formation.
Technical Measures: Work in well-ventilated areas. Minimize handling of open powder.
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Protect from moisture, heat, and sources of ignition.
Compatibility: Incompatible with strong acids and strong oxidizers.
Other Precautions: Use only in applications for which the product is intended. Keep away from food and drink.
Control Parameters: No established occupational exposure limits.
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to minimize airborne dust.
Personal Protective Equipment: Use laboratory coat, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile recommended), safety goggles or face shield.
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Respiratory Protection: Use dust mask or respirator if exposure to airborne particles is likely.
Environmental Exposure Controls: Prevent substance from entering drains.
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Mild, faint aromatic
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Neutral (in aqueous solution)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 125–129°C
Initial Boiling Point and Range: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Not available
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Combustible as a fine dust in air
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient temperature
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: Approx. 1.46 g/cm3
Solubility: Soluble in water
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Auto-Ignition Temperature: No data
Decomposition Temperature: >200°C
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions.
Reactivity: Not reactive with common substances under normal conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: May react with strong oxidizing agents.
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to moisture and excessive heat. Avoid dust generation.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizers.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, traces of other toxic gases possible in fire.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion.
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): >5000 mg/kg (estimated low toxicity).
Chronic Toxicity: No data; structurally similar substances show low chronic toxicity.
Symptoms: Mild skin or mucous membrane irritation; gastrointestinal disturbance with large intake.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not expected to cause significant injury.
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause slight irritation.
Respiratory Sensitization: Not anticipated.
Skin Sensitization: Not anticipated.
Carcinogenicity, Mutagenicity, Reproductive Toxicity: Not listed by NTP, IARC, or OSHA; no mutagenic or carcinogenic effects reported.
Ecotoxicity: No acute aquatic toxicity data, anticipated to be low hazard based on structure.
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable in soil and water based on known sugar moiety.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Unlikely to bioaccumulate.
Mobility in Soil: Expected high mobility in aqueous environment.
Other Adverse Effects: No data indicating risk to organisms under normal handling.
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, state, and national regulations.
Disposal of Product: Collect unwanted material for disposal as non-hazardous waste unless local regulations apply stricter controls.
Disposal of Packaging: Triple rinse containers before recycling or discarding as solid waste.
Special Precautions: Avoid releasing large amounts to environment.
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified
Transport Hazard Class(es): None
Packing Group: None
Marine Pollutant: Not classified as dangerous for the environment.
Transport in Bulk: Not regulated
Special Precautions for User: Prevent damage to containers and avoid spillage during transit.
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Not regulated as a hazardous chemical in most jurisdictions. No SARA, CERCLA, or RCRA reporting requirements identified in the United States. Not on EU REACH candidate list. No ingredient listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA as a carcinogen.
Workplace Regulations: General workplace safety rules apply. Specific training is recommended for laboratory and industrial users.
Labeling: Product labeling follows GHS standards where applicable.
Other Regulations: Disposal, handling, and use are subject to local, state, and federal environmental control standards. Import and export may require additional documentation.
