Ractopamine hydrochloride Property

Melting point:

165-167 °C

storage temp. 

0-6°C

solubility 

DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)

form 

Solid

color 

White to Off-White

Stability:

Hygroscopic

CAS DataBase Reference

90274-24-1(CAS DataBase Reference)

Safety

Hazard Codes 

Xn,T,F

Risk Statements 

20/22-43-39/23/24/25-23/24/25-11

Safety Statements 

24-26-37-45-36/37-16

HS Code 

2922504500

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction

H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements

P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P264Wash skin thouroughly after handling.

P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P272Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P301+P312IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell.

P302+P352IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.

P304+P340IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.

P312Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

P321Specific treatment (see … on this label).

P330Rinse mouth.

P333+P313IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

P501Dispose of contents/container to..…

Ractopamine hydrochloride Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Description

Ractopamine hydrochloride is a phenethanolamine β-adrenergic agonist that redirects nutrients away from fat deposition and towards lean deposition. The mode of action of ractopamine primarily involves the modulation of metabolic pathways and signals in muscle and lipid cells to enhance protein accretion. Other mechanisms also include regulation of hormone release and modification of blood flow (Mersmann, 1998). It has the effects of increasing muscle mass and decreasing body fat in rodents and lifestock.

Chemical Properties

White to Off-White Solid

Uses

Ractopamine hydrochloride (RAC) is a adrenergic β-agonist approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a medicated feed ingredient for cattle during the final days of finishing to improve feed efficiency and growth.

Biological Functions

Ractopamine is a feed additive marketed by Elanco Animal Health in the US for swine (Paylean®), cattle (Optaflexx®), and turkeys (Topmax®). Zoetis also markets generic versions for swine (Engain®) and cattle (Actogain®). Ractopamine is intended to provide economic benefits by increasing rate of gain, improving feed efficiency, and increasing carcass leanness. The active ingredient is ractopamine hydrochloride, a synthetic, racemic biogenic amine, and a Beta-adrenoceptor agonists (β-agonists or beta-agonists). β-agonists are anabolic compounds that promote fat loss and muscle gain. It is not an antibiotic, hormone, or steroid.