Product Identification

Product Name

Piracetam

Synonyms

2-(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)acetamide
2-(2-Oxopyrrolidino)acetamide
2-Ketopyrrolidine-1-ylacetamide
2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetamide
2-Pyrrolidinoneacetamide

CAS

7491-74-9

Formula

C6H10N2O2

Molecular Weight

142.16

EINECS

231-312-7

RTECS

UX9660500

RTECS Class

Drug

Merck

12,7641

Beilstein/Gmelin

1526393

Beilstein Reference

5-21-06-00360

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Very soluble

Melting Point

152

Boiling Point

408

Vapor Pressure

7E-7 (25 C)

Density

1.36 g/cm3 (25 C)

Heat Of Vaporization

66.0 kJ/mol

Usage

Medication.

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 skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.

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.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate government approved respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other protective clothing.

Exposure Effects

Avoid contact and inhalation.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

201

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.

Decomposition

Thermal decomposition may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen oxides.