Product Identification

Product Name

5-Benzoyl-2-benzimidazolylcarbamic acid methyl ester

Synonyms

Bantenol
Carbamic acid, (5-benzoyl-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)-, methyl ester
Equivurm Plus
Methyl 5-benzoylbenzimidazol-2-ylcarbamate
Ovitelmin
Vermicidin

CAS

31431-39-7

Formula

C16H13N3O3

Molecular Weight

295.3

EINECS

250-635-4

RTECS

EY8600000

RTECS Class

Drug; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector

Merck

12,5807

Beilstein/Gmelin

688513

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White to slightly yellow powder. Pleasant taste.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

295 - 296

pKa/pKb

8.99 (pKb)

Usage

Medication.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician.

Inhalation

IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used.

Skin

IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

Eyes

First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. If symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop, immediately transport the victim to a hospital.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.

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

See inhalation.

Inhalation

Symptoms of exposure to this compound may include headache, dizziness, gastrointestinal disturbances, pruritus, drowsiness, abnormalities in liver-function test, eosinophilia, lowered hemoglobin concentrations, leucopenia, hematuria and casts, cough, fever, glomerulonephritis, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. It may also cause allergic reactions, alopecia and reversible neutropenia.

Skin

See inhalation.

Eyes

See inhalation

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.

Respirators

Wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a dust/mist filter.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Fires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher.

Fire Potential

This material is probably combustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should store this material under ambient temperatures.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Incompatible with strong acids and bases, and especially

Stability

No data.