Product Identification

Product Name

Nifuroxazide

Synonyms

(5-Nitro-2-furfurylidene)(4-hydroxybenzoyl)hydrazine
1-(p-Hydroxybenzoyl)-2-(5-nitrofurfurylidene)hydrazine
5-Nitro-2-furaldehyde p-hydroxybenzoylhydrazone
5-Nitro-2-furfurylidene-4-hydroxybenzhydrazide
Bacifurane
p-Hydroxybenzoic acid (5-nitrofurfurylidene)hydrazide

CAS

965-52-6

Formula

C12H9N3O5

Molecular Weight

275.22000000000003

EINECS

213-522-0

RTECS

DH2528300

RTECS Class

Drug; Mutagen

Merck

12,6626

Beilstein/Gmelin

1352180

Beilstein Reference

6-17

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

265 - 270

pKa/pKb

8.41 (pKa)

Usage

Intestinal antiseptic.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.

Skin

In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. 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.

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate government approved respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other protective clothing.

Fire Fighting Measures

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

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides.