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Product Name: N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine
Chemical Name: 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-D-glucose
Synonyms: Chitosamine, NAG
CAS Number: 7512-17-6
Recommended Use: Research, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics
Supplier Details: Company’s address, emergency phone number, and direct contact information should always be provided on the official sheet
Formula: C8H15NO6
Molecular Weight: 221.21 g/mol
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS guidelines
Main Hazards: May cause mild skin or eye irritation after direct contact, especially with dust
Label Elements: No standardized hazard pictogram; precautionary statements include avoiding dust creation
Physical Hazards: Dust may cause mechanical irritation to the respiratory tract, eyes, and mucous membranes
Health Hazards: No established evidence of carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reproductive toxicity
Environmental Hazards: Not expected to pose a hazard under normal use
Other: Scientific testing shows low bioaccumulation and little aquatic toxicity
Chemical Entity: N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine
Purity: 98% or greater
Impurities: Trace water, residual solvents or reactants at less than 2%
CAS Number: 7512-17-6
EC Number: 231-368-2
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, encourage quiet breathing, contact medical help if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Rinse with soap and plenty of water, monitor for signs of rash
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with copious water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if feasible
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, seek medical advice if symptoms develop
Advice for Physician: No specific antidote, treat symptoms; most reactions likely to be minor and local
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: During fire, possible release of carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, or traces of other harmful gases
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing when fighting chemical fires
Special Procedures: Prevent runoff to drains; cool containers exposed to flames with water spray
Combustion Products: Combustion may release irritating fumes or toxic vapors; avoid inhalation
Personal Precautions: Avoid formation of dust, provide sufficient ventilation, wear protective gloves and goggles
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering waterways, drains, or soil
Containment Procedures: Scoop, sweep or vacuum up material, use non-sparking tools, place in suitable closed container
Cleanup Methods: Wipe area with damp cloth after bulk removal, dispose of cloths as chemical waste
Decontamination: Wash contaminated surfaces thoroughly
Reference for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): See section on Exposure Controls
Safe Handling: Minimize dust generation, avoid inhalation or prolonged skin contact, keep away from sources of ignition
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, dry, cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers
Special Requirements: Avoid humidity, keep away from direct sunlight, segregate from food and beverages
Packing Materials: Use high-density polyethylene, glass, or stainless steel containers for safe storage
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, avoid airborne dust formation
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established TLV or PEL; minimize workplace airborne concentration to lowest possible level
Respiratory Protection: If excessive dust encountered, use NIOSH-approved dust respirator
Skin Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, long-sleeved clothing to prevent direct contact
Eye Protection: Use safety goggles or face shield
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, do not eat or smoke in work area
Environmental Exposure: Emissions and waste must comply with local regulations
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
pH: Neutral aqueous solution (around 6.5-7.5)
Melting Point: Approximately 196-205°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Not applicable as compound decomposes
Solubility: Soluble in water, insoluble in most organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Not volatile
Density: ~1.56 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Log Kow −4.2 (indicates strong preference for water)
Flash Point: Non-flammable under standard conditions
Auto-ignition Temperature: No data available
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions expected under normal conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, high temperature, and open flames
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Forms carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides upon combustion or thermal decomposition
Polymerization: Product does not polymerize spontaneously
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) >5000 mg/kg (very low toxicity)
Chronic Toxicity: No evidence of long-term harmful effects in available studies
Routes of Exposure: May affect body through inhalation, ingestion, or skin/eye contact
Symptoms: Mild irritation to eyes, respiratory or digestive tract possible for sensitive individuals
Skin Corrosivity: Not corrosive or sensitizing under normal use
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Developmental/Reproductive Toxicity: No adverse effects reported in available animal studies
Ecotoxicity: Low potential for aquatic toxicity, LC50 (fish, 96h) > 100 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to biodegrade rapidly in the environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low, due to water solubility and metabolism by microorganisms
Mobility in Soil: High mobility expected, leaches easily with water
Other Effects: Not expected to disrupt aquatic or terrestrial systems under recommended uses
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose according to local, regional, and national environmental regulations
Transport to Disposal Facility: Use sealed containers, avoid environmental release during transport
Unused Product: Consider recovery, recycling, or incineration at authorized facilities for chemical residues
Packing Disposal: Treat contaminated packaging as chemical waste, triple rinse and puncture before landfill or incineration
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Proper Shipping Name: N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine
Hazard Class: Non-regulated
Packing Group: None
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Protect from moisture during transport, prevent rupture of container
US TSCA: Listed
EU REACH: Registered or exempt
OSHA Status: Not regulated as hazardous
SARA Title III: Not listed under Sections 302, 304, 311/312, or 313
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
WHMIS Classification: Exempt from specific hazard categorization
Japan ENCS: Listed
AICS (Australia): Listed
Other Restrictions: No other significant regulatory controls apply under normal use
