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Orlistat

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[Fire Fighting]

Extinguish with carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam. Water spray. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with the skin and eyes.
[Storage]

Store in original container in a cool dark place.
[Inhalation]

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
[Skin]

Immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
[Eyes]

Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical advice.
[Ingestion]

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water, provided person is conscious. Seek medical advice.
[Personal Protection]

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots & heavy rubber gloves.
[Solubility in water]

(nsoluble
[Melting Point]

40 -41
[Vapor Pressure]

4.2E-15 (25 C)
[Density]

0.976 g/cm3 (20 C)
[pKa/pKb]

14.59 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

8.95
[Usage]

A drug designed to treat obesity. Its primary function is preventing the absorption of fats from the human diet.
[Product Name]

(-)-Tetrahydrolipstatin
[Synonyms]

(-)-Tetrahydrolipstatin
L-Leucine, N-formyl-, (1S)-1-[[(2S,3S)-3-hexyl-4-oxo-2-oxetanyl]methyl]dodecyl ester
[CAS]

"CASEN_96829-58-2.htm">96829-58-2
[Formula]

C29H53NO5
[Molecular Weight]

495.74
[Merck]

12,6997
[Small spills/leaks]

Sweep-up/absorb in suitable material, place in a container and hold for disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after pickup is complete.
[Combustion Products]

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.