Product Identification

Product Name

(5Z,9a,11a,13E,15S)-9,11,15-Trihydroxyprosta-5,13-diene-1-oic acid

Synonyms

(Z)-7-((1R,2R,3R,5S)-3,5-Dihydroxy-2-((S,E)-3-hydroxyoct-1-enyl)cyclopentyl)hept-5-enoic acid
Amoglandin
Dinoprost
Enzaprost
Enzaprost f
U-14583

CAS

551-11-1

Formula

C20H34O5

Molecular Weight

354.49

RTECS

UK8020000

RTECS Class

Drug; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Hormone

Merck

12,8065

Beilstein/Gmelin

2225571

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White to off-white crystalline powder with no odor.

Solubility in water

slightly soluble

Melting Point

25-35

Partition Coefficient

1.26

Usage

Medication (vet).

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Wash mouth outh with water. Seek medical attention.

Inhalation

Move victin to fresh air. Seek medical attention.

Skin

Flush skin with large amounts of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. At the same time, remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Seek medical attention.

Eyes

Flush with copious quantites of water. Seek medical attention.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a tightly closed container.

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.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Irritating substances may induce pulmonary edema or pneumonitis. Embolization of insolouble material may occur.

Inhalation

Irritating substances may induce pulmonary edema or pneumonitis. Embolization of insolouble material may occur.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear a NIOSH approved respirator, rubber gloves, safety goggles and protective clothing.

Respirators

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

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or foam as is appropriate for surrounding fire. Use a self contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.

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

Stable for 2 yr in light resistant containers @ 5-15 C degrades in 1 wk when exposed to sunlight or in 3 mo @ 40 C stable in light, air, and heat.

Decomposition

Toxic funes when heated to decomposition.