Product Identification

Product Name

Ser

Synonyms

(s)-2-Amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid
2-Amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid
alpha-Amino-beta-hydroxypropionic acid
beta-Hydroxyalanine
Ser
Serine

CAS

56-45-1

Formula

C3H7NO3

Molecular Weight

105.09

EINECS

200-274-3

RTECS

VT8100000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Merck

12,8604

Beilstein/Gmelin

1721404

Beilstein Reference

4-04-00-03118

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White powder.

Solubility in water

250 g/L

Melting Point

140

Boiling Point

259

Density

1.6 g/cm3 (22 C)

pKa/pKb

2.21 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

-1.75

Usage

Medical use: parenteral nutrition, dietary supplement.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.

Skin

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

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.

Skin

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

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.

Respirators

A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Exposure Effects

May cause irritation to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

31

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code

2922 50 00