Product Identification

Product Name

N1-(2-Quinoxalinyl)sulfanilamide

Synonyms

2-(p-Sulfanilamido)quinoxaline
4-Amino-N-(2-quinoxalinyl)benzenesulfonamide
Avicocid
N-(2-Quinoxalinyl)sulfanilamide
Sulfabenzpyrazine
Ursokoxaline

CAS

59-40-5

Formula

C14H12N4O2S

Molecular Weight

300.33999999999997

EINECS

200-423-2

RTECS

WP2100000

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Drug

Merck

12,9109

Beilstein/Gmelin

290026

Beilstein Reference

5-25-11-00125

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

50 mg/ml

Vapor Pressure

3E-12 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

Slightly soluble

Heat Of Vaporization

83.1 kJ/mol

Usage

An antiprotozoal agent used to combat coccidial infections of swine, cattle, fowl, and other veterinary animals. Also used in controlling outbreaks of fowl typhoid and fowl cholera and in treatment of infectious enteritis.

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

Harmful if swallowed.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

EC Risk Phrase

22 42/43

EC Safety Phrase

22 36/37 45

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

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

Exposure Effects

Harmful. Harmful if swallowed. May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. Target organ(s): Blood. Kidneys.

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

287

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

Incompatibilities

Oxidizing agents.

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides, Sulfur oxides.