Product Identification

Product Name

cis-15-Tetracosenoic acid

Synonyms

(15Z)-Tetracosenoic acid
(Z)-Tetracos-15-enoic acid
Nervonic acid
Selacholeic acid

CAS

506-37-6

Formula

C24H46O2

Molecular Weight

366.62

Beilstein Reference

 

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Solid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

43

Boiling Point

479

Vapor Pressure

2E-10 (25 C)

Density

0.89 g/cm3 (20 C)

pKa/pKb

4.78 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

10.89

Heat Of Vaporization

81.4 kJ/mol

Usage

Used in the treatment of disorders involving demyelination, such as adrenoleukodystrophy and multiple sclerosis where there is a decreased level of nervonic acid in sphingolipids.[.

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. 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

Store at 2 - 8 C in a tightly closed container.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

My be harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation

May be harmful if inhaled. Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

Skin

Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes irritation.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

EC Risk Phrase

36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles. Protective clothing.

Respirators

Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a dust mask type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) respirator.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

110

Fire Fighting

Extinguish with 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 recommended storage conditions.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Oxides of carbon.