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Product Name: Sodium Houttuyfonate
Synonyms: Houttuynia cordata sodium salt derivative
Chemical Formula: C8H7NaO3S
CAS Number: 59177-68-1
Application: Often applied in pharmaceutical, agricultural, and biochemical industries because of its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Manufacturer Contact: Refer to the supplier label or shipment document for contact and emergency numbers.
Recommended Use: Chemical research, pharmaceutical formulation, antimicrobial studies.
Restrictions: Not recommended for direct human consumption or food applications without proper assessment.
GHS Classification: Eye irritation (Category 2B), skin irritation (Category 2), environmental hazard (Chronic Aquatic Toxicity – Category 3)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes mild skin irritation. Causes slight eye irritation. Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
Precautionary Statements: Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Wear safety goggles and gloves. Prevent release into the environment. Immediately rinse eyes if product contacts them.
Symptoms of Exposure: Redness, irritation to skin or eyes, coughing if inhaled dust present, mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested.
Chemical Name: Sodium Houttuyfonate
Concentration: >99% pure
Impurities: Small traces of related sodium salts or organic acids depending on source.
Other Components: No significant other additives or stabilizing agents mentioned by reputable manufacturers.
Physical Form: White to off-white crystalline powder.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy. Continue rinsing.
Skin Contact: Rinse skin with water and soap. Remove contaminated clothing. If symptoms persist, consult a physician.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. Monitor for respiratory irritation. Seek medical advice if symptoms like wheezing or dizziness develop.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water if able. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention for persistent discomfort.
Notes for Doctors: Treat symptomatically. No specific antidote has been established.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical powder, foam, or carbon dioxide.
Special Hazards: In case of fire, toxic fumes containing sulfur oxides or sodium compounds may develop.
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Firefighting Procedures: Prevent runoff from entering drains or water bodies. Cool containers with water spray to prevent rupture.
Explosion Hazard: No known risk under standard storage and handling; dust may pose risk if airborne.
Personal Precautions: Wear personal protective gear, including gloves, goggles, and appropriate respirator.
Environmental Precautions: Avoid contaminating soil, surface water, and drainage systems.
Spill Cleanup: Sweep or vacuum up spilt material. Place in closable container for disposal in compliance with local regulations. Wash contaminated area with water. Prevent dust formation.
Advice for Non-Emergency Personnel: Keep away from spill area. Alert trained personnel as needed.
Advice for Emergency Responders: Use appropriate PPE as provided in section “Exposure Controls and Personal Protection.”
Safe Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Wear suitable protective gear. Minimize dust generation. Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and incompatible compounds such as strong acids or oxidizers.
Container Requirements: Keep container tightly closed and properly labeled. Use corrosion-resistant and approved packaging.
Hygienic Practices: Wash hands and face after working with this compound. Do not eat or drink near the chemical.
Specific End Use(s): Only used in research, not authorized for food or cosmetic applications beyond regulatory clearance.
Engineering Controls: Employ local exhaust ventilation, process enclosures, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits.
Personal Protection – Eyes: Chemical-resistant goggles or safety glasses.
Personal Protection – Skin: Suitable impervious gloves and laboratory coat.
Personal Protection – Respiratory: Suitable respirator when dusty conditions or spraying might create airborne particles exceeding exposure limits.
Limit Values: No workplace exposure limits established specifically for sodium houttuyfonate; exposure kept as low as possible.
Environmental Controls: Special precautions to avoid entry into water systems. Provide secondary containment during transfers.
Appearance: White to pale yellow powder
Odor: Slight characteristic odor reminiscent of the parent plant’s sulfur notes.
Melting Point: Decomposes above 200°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable under atmospheric pressure
Solubility: Highly soluble in water, sparingly soluble in organic solvents
pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline (7-8.5 in aqueous solution)
Flash Point: Not flammable
Density: Around 1.45 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Stability: Stable under standard conditions; decomposes in strong acid.
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling.
Reactivity: Product remains unreactive under typical laboratory and storage settings.
Hazardous Reactions: Exposure to strong acids or oxidizers may produce hazardous gases including sulfur oxides.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, acids chlorides, oxidizers.
Decomposition Products: Sulfur oxides, sodium oxides, small quantities of organic vapors on burning.
Polymerization: Hazardous polymerization will not occur under normal use.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, ingestion, eye contact
Acute Effects: Mild skin and eye irritant. High dust concentrations may cause coughing or throat irritation.
Chronic Effects: Not enough data to rule out long-term effects due to repeated exposure.
Toxicity Data: Oral LD50 in rats >5000 mg/kg (low acute toxicity).
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic.
Mutagenicity: No data suggesting mutagenic potential.
Other: Product has been evaluated for antimicrobial applications, not for chronic toxicity.
Toxicity – Aquatic: Harmful to aquatic organisms; may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Persistence/Degradability: Expected to be moderately biodegradable. Persistence in soil possible.
Bioaccumulation: No significant potential for bioaccumulation based on current data.
Mobility in Soil: High water solubility suggests moderate to high mobility in soils.
Other Ecological Effects: Monitor for runoff and avoid contaminating waterways. Not classified as a marine pollutant.
Product Disposal: Collect and dispose of according to local, regional, and national regulations. Do not dump into sewage, surface water, or soil.
Packaging Disposal: Rinse containers and dispose of through regulated waste handler.
Waste Treatment Methods: Incineration or chemical waste treatment preferred method if available.
Precautions: Always use proper personal protection during disposal activities.
UN Number: Not assigned
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated as dangerous for road, rail, sea, or air transport.
Packing Group: Not applicable
Label Required: Not subject to hazardous materials labels per international guidelines. Maintain package integrity.
Special Precautions: Prevent release to the environment during transport. Secure against spillage in transit.
Chemical Inventories: May not be listed on some chemical inventories; check compliance status in target jurisdiction.
TSCA (United States): Not specifically listed.
REACH (Europe): Not registered.
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting requirements.
DSL/NDSL (Canada): No listing.
Other Regulations: Product intended for laboratory and industrial use only. Users should check local resources for occupational and environmental guidelines.
Label Elements: Comply with standard GHS labeling for skin and eye irritants.
