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Product Name: L-Glutamic Acid Diethyl Ester Hydrochloride
Chemical Formula: C9H18ClNO4
CAS Number: 88941-71-5
Synonyms: Diethyl L-glutamate hydrochloride
Recommended Use: Research and laboratory purposes
Manufacturer/Supplier: Contact details provided on purchase documentation
Emergency Contact: Local chemical emergency response number or poison control center
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS guidelines for laboratory use
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: May cause mild irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. Avoid direct contact
Pictograms: None under GHS classification
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or inhaling powder. Handle with proper personal protective equipment
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Possible Symptoms: Mild irritation, coughing, redness, or discomfort
Chemical Identity: L-Glutamic Acid Diethyl Ester Hydrochloride
Percentage: >98% pure
Impurities: Trace organic and inorganic residues from synthesis, below threshold limits
Other Components: None present in reportable quantities
Inhalation: Move affected individual to fresh air and monitor for discomfort. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash area with soap and water for several minutes. Seek attention if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for at least fifteen minutes. Lift eyelids while rinsing. Get medical help if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain medical advice if large quantities are swallowed or symptoms occur
Most Important Symptoms: Mild irritation to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes
Notes for Physician: Symptomatic treatment based on clinical judgment. No known antidote
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, foam, or water spray. Avoid direct water jets
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use strong water streams on spilled powder; increases risk of airborne dust
Special Hazards: Product may produce irritating or toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides, and hydrogen chloride when heated
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus
Advice for Firefighters: Move unaffected containers from area if possible. Remain upwind. Prevent runoff into water sources
Explosion Risk: Not expected to be explosive under normal conditions
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Wear gloves, eye protection, and dust mask
Environmental Precautions: Avoid releasing to environment, drains, or surface water
Methods for Clean-Up: Sweep up gently without generating dust. Place collected material in suitable labeled container for disposal
Cleaning Practices: Use damp cloth or mop remaining residues. Ventilate area before reuse
Handling: Work in well-ventilated spaces. Minimize contact with skin and eyes. Avoid dust generation or inhalation. Wash hands after use
Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container. Keep in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and incompatible substances. Prevent humidity contact
Compatibility: Separate from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Prevent mixing with food or animal feed
Storage Temperature: Room temperature recommended unless specified otherwise by supplier
Special Requirements: Secure storage area to prevent unauthorized access
Occupational Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established for this compound
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or general room ventilation to reduce airborne dust
Personal Protective Equipment:
Appearance: White or off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Practically odorless
Melting Point: 168-172°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Freely soluble in water and alcohol
pH (in solution): 2-3 (aqueous solution)
Density: About 1.2 g/cm³ (estimated)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Partition Coefficient: Not established
Flash Point: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not relevant
Volatility: Non-volatile
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Thermal Decomposition: Yields hazardous fumes of nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides, and hydrogen chloride when burned or heated
Reactivity: Inert under normal laboratory practices
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases
Hazardous Reactions: None expected under standard use
Polymerization: Will not occur
Likely Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, skin, and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Not expected to cause acute toxicity under normal laboratory handling
Chronic Toxicity: No chronic effects reported in available literature
Skin Effects: May cause mild irritation
Eye Effects: Dust and splashes may result in temporary irritation or redness
Inhalation Exposure: Dust may cause coughing, mild respiratory irritation
Ingestion Effects: Low toxicity predicted, possible upset stomach at high doses
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA, or ACGIH as a carcinogen
Sensitization: Not known to cause sensitizing effects
Mutagenicity: No data supports genetic toxicity
Reproductive Toxicity: No adverse effects reported
Ecotoxicity: No data available for specific toxicity to fish, algae, or aquatic organisms. Predictably low persistence and hazard in small laboratory quantities
Mobility: Water-soluble; may leach in soil if large spills occur
Biodegradability: Expected to degrade with biological treatment and natural soil activity
Bioaccumulation: Not likely to bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms
Other Adverse Effects: Limited information. Good laboratory practices minimize environmental release concerns
Waste Treatment Methods: Collect residue and contaminated materials in properly labeled container. Dispose in compliance with all local, regional, and national regulations
Disposal of Packaging: Rinse containers if necessary and recycle following local guidelines. Avoid reuse of empty containers for other chemicals
Environmental Precautions: Avoid release into drains, waterways, or soil
UN Number: Not regulated for transport under UN, IMO, IATA, or DOT regulations
Proper Shipping Name: No special designation required
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous
Packing Group: None
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Ensure package is secure and protected from moisture during transport
OSHA Hazard Communication: Not hazardous as defined by OSHA standards for laboratory use
TSCA Status: Listed or complies with US Toxic Substances Control Act
REACH Regulation: Not registered under REACH for commercial quantities
SARA 313: Not subject to Community Right to Know reporting under US regulations
California Prop 65: Not listed as a substance known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm
WHMIS Classification: Not classified as hazardous for Canadian workplaces
Other Applicable Regulations: Handle in keeping with national and international chemical safety guidelines for non-hazardous laboratory chemicals
