Product Identification

Product Name

Oxaminozoline

Synonyms

N-(Dicyclopropylmethyl)-4,5-dihydro-2-oxazolamine
Oxaminozoline

CAS

54187-04-1

Formula

C10H16N2O

Molecular Weight

180.25

EINECS

259-021-0

RTECS

RP7207400

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Merck

12,8388

Beilstein/Gmelin

1211287

Beilstein Reference

5-27

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White powder.

Solubility in water

7.3 mg/mL

Melting Point

106 - 107

Boiling Point

356

Vapor Pressure

3E-5 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

7.82 (pKb)

Heat Of Vaporization

60.1 kJ/mol

Usage

Selective i1 imidazoline receptor agonist.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.

Skin

In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.

Eyes

In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep tightly closed.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

Skin

May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Ingestion

May be harmful if swallowed.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

EC Safety Phrase

22 24/25

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Protective gloves. Chemical safety goggles.

Respirators

Wear dust mask.

Exposure Effects

Avoid contact and inhalation. Target organ(s): Brain. Cardiovascular system.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

169

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

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.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides.