Product Identification

Product Name

Sulfameter

Synonyms

2-(4-Aminobenzenesulfonamido)-5-methoxypyrimidine
4-Amino-N-(5-methoxy-2-pyrimidinyl)benzenesulfonamide
5-Methoxysulfadiazine
Methoxypyrimal
N1-(5-Methoxypyrimidin-2-yl)sulfanilamide
Sulfametoxydiazine

CAS

651-06-9

Formula

C11H12N4O3S

Molecular Weight

280.31

EINECS

211-480-8

RTECS

WP0525000

RTECS Class

Drug

Merck

13,8999

Beilstein/Gmelin

621130

Beilstein Reference

5-25-12-00525

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

210

Boiling Point

539

Vapor Pressure

1E-11 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

6.69 (pKa)

Heat Of Vaporization

81.7 kJ/mol

Usage

Long acting sulfonamide used in leprosy, urinary, and respiratory tract infections.

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. Store at 2-8 C

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

May be harmful if inhaled.

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 43

EC Safety Phrase

22 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.

Respirators

Government approved respirator.

Exposure Effects

Harmful. Harmful if swallowed. May cause sensitization by skin contact.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

280

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

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

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