Product Identification

Product Name

3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid N-hydroxymethylamide

Synonyms

3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid N-hydroxymethylamide
Cholamide
Felosan
N-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine-3-carboxamide
Nicoform
Nikomethamide

CAS

3569-99-1

Formula

C7H8N2O2

Molecular Weight

152.15

EINECS

222-668-4

RTECS

QS4476500

RTECS Class

Drug

Merck

12,4880

Beilstein/Gmelin

128633

Beilstein Reference

5-22-02-00093

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Very soluble

Melting Point

141

Boiling Point

428

Vapor Pressure

4E-8 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

12.22 (pKa)

Heat Of Vaporization

72.0 kJ/mol

Usage

Low foaming wetting, scouring and washing agent.

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 not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

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

Eyes

In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

EC Risk Phrase

36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Rubber gloves. Chemical safety goggles.

Respirators

Government approved respirator.

Exposure Effects

Irritant. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

213

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, Strong acids.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides.