Product Identification

Product Name

17b-Hydroxyandrost-4-ene-3-one

Synonyms

(17.beta.)-17-Hydroxyandrost-4-en-3-one
Mertestate
Pertutacriine
Sustanton
Testoba
trans-Testosterone

CAS

58-22-0

Formula

C19H28O2

Molecular Weight

288.43

EINECS

200-370-5

RTECS

XA3030000

RTECS Class

Tumorigen; Drug; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Hormone

Merck

12,9322

Beilstein/Gmelin

1915394

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White needles from dil acetone. Odorless.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

155

Usage

Biochemical research.

Vapor Density

10

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical assistance.

Inhalation

Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

In case of contact with substance, immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Hormones and antibiotics room.

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

Nausea and vomiting may occur.

Skin

Cystic acne, sebaceous cysts, furunculosis, and seborrheic dermatitis have occurred in persons using anabolic steroids.

Eyes

See Skin.

UN (DOT)

1325

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.

Respirators

Not available.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Small Fires: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, sand, earth, water spray or regular foam. Large Fires: Water spray, fog or regular foam.

Fire Potential

Flammable/combustible material. May be ignited by friction, heat, sparks or flames.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Make no contact with the spilled material. ELIMINATE all ignition sources and ground all equipment. With clean shovel place material into clean, dry container and cover loosely; move containers from spill area.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Easily oxidized stable in air.

Incompatibilities

Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and fumes.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

1325

Hazard Class

4.1

Packing Group

II; III