MSDS for Alternariol

Section 1. Product and Company Information

Alternariol

641-38-3

RTECS: HP8757000
AOH
Systematic Name :  3,4,4'-Trihydroxy-6'-methyl-2-biphenylcarboxylic acid, gamma lactone

Fermentek ltd,

Website:  www.fermentek.co.il
25 Yatziv st,  Atarot industrial zone
POB 47120 Jerusalem 97800, Israel
Tel: +972 2 585395
Fax: +972 2 5853943
eMail       Fermentek@Fermentek.com

Section 2. Composition/Information on Ingredients

not listed

C14H10O5

Pyrrolidinone mycotoxin

HP8757000

not listed

Section 3. Hazards Identification

Health: 4; Flamability: 0; Reactivity: 0

Health: 4; Flamability: 0; Reactivity: 0

Potentially fatal. May irritate respiratory system

Potentially fatal. May irritate skin.

May irritate eyes.

Potentially fatal.

Section 4. First Aid Measures

Check for and remove contact lenses. Flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes separating eyelids. Seek medical attention immediately.

Wash with soap and water for 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Seek medical attention immediately

Remove from exposure. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If breathing stops, administer artificial respiration. Seek medical attention immediately. Provide chemical label and MSDS if possible.

Remove dentures and clear mouth. If person is conscious, rinse mouth with water Call physician or poison control immediately. Provide chemical label and MSDS information if possible.

There are sources in the literature that advice giving slurry of activated carbon, 3 tablespoons in a glass of water, or more, to drink in cases of ingestion.

Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data

Not Available

Not Available

CO, CO2,

Foam, Carbon Dioxide, Dry chemical powder, polymer foam, water spray

Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

None known

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures

Evacuate area. Wear appropriate protective gear as outlined under “Protective equipment” wipe up spill and place in sealed container and hold for disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate the area and wash spill site after material has been removed

Observe all Federal, State and Local regulations concerning the disposal of this product.

Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete

Section 7 - Handling and Storage

For spill cleanup, wear suitable protective clothing, chemical resistant rubber gloves, rubber boots, and chemical safety goggles. Self contained breathing apparatus or NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator is recommended.

It should be kept in a tightly closed container. This product should be handled only by qualified experienced professionals. Wash thoroughly after handling this material. Do not store above 8oC

Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal protection

Use only in a chemical fume hood. Safety shower and eye bath. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low

Respiratory: Government approved respirator.

Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.

Eye: Chemical safety goggles.

Section 9. Physical Data

white to off-white powder

414.5

Ethanol, Dichloromethane

Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data

This material is stable if stored as directed

Excess heat, strong oxidizers

Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis.

Will not occur

Section 11 - Toxicological Information

HP8757000

Multiple Routes: May cause irritation of skin, eyes, respiratory system.
May be fatal by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption.

The toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

Shown as mutagene in mammal cell cultures: Toxicol Lett. 2006 Jul 14;164(3):221-30 ; < >PMID: 16464542

Mouse LDLo intra peritoneal 100 mg/kg. Source: EHP, Environmental Health Perspectives. Vol. 4, Pg. 87, 1973.

Section 12 - Ecological Data

None Available

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 <> CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.

Section 14 - Transport Information

UN-Number: UN-3462 Class: 6.1 Packing group: II

Proper shipping name: Toxins, extracted from living sources, solid, n.o.s. (Alternariol)

DOT (US)

UN-Number: UN-3462 Class: 6.1 Packing group: II

Proper shipping name: Toxins, extracted from living sources, solid, n.o.s. (Alternariol)

Marine pollutant: No

Poison Inhalation Hazard: No

Section 15-Regulatory Information

Highly toxic by inhalation, Highly toxic by ingestion, Highly toxic by skin absorption, Teratogen, Mutagen

SARA not listed

Not listed

Section 16 -Other Information

For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses

DISCLAIMER

For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses. For use only by trained personnel. The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. The burden of safe use of this material rests entirely with the user. Fermentek shall not be held liable or any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.