Product Identification

Product Name

5,7-Diiodo-8-quinolinol

Synonyms

5,7-Diiodo-8-hydroxyquinoline
5,7-Diiodo-8-quinolinol
5,7-Diiodooxine
Diiodohydroxyquin
Stanquinate
Zoaquin

CAS

83-73-8

Formula

C9H5I2NO

Molecular Weight

396.95

EINECS

201-497-9

RTECS

VC5775000

RTECS Class

Drug; Mutagen; Human Data

Merck

12,5063

Beilstein/Gmelin

153639

Beilstein Reference

5-21-03-00296

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

203

Boiling Point

402

Vapor Pressure

5E-7 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

2.21 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

4.34

Heat Of Vaporization

67.8 kJ/mol

Heat Of Combustion

-4350 kJ/mol

Usage

Medication (vet).

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.

Inhalation

If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of tepid water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.

Respirators

Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.

Exposure Effects

The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

197

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.