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Tetracaine hydrochloride

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[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.
[Fire Potential]

Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
[Ingestion]

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

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
[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.
[Storage]

Keep tightly closed.
[Inhalation]

May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation. Readily absorbed through skin. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

Toxic if swallowed.
[Hazards]

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
[EC Risk Phrase]

25 36 43
[EC Safety Phrase]

26 36/37 45
[UN (DOT)]

2811
[Personal Protection]

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.
[Respirators]

Government approved respirator.
[Exposure Effects]

Toxic. Toxic if swallowed. Irritating to eyes. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Readily absorbed through skin. Target organ(s): Nerves.
[Melting Point]

148 - 148
[Usage]

Topical opththalmic anesthetic; used for spinal anesthesia.
[Product Name]

Tetracaine hydrochloride
[Synonyms]

2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl 4-butylaminobenzoate monohydrochloride
2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl p-(butylamino)benzoate hydrochloride
4-(Butylamino)benzoic acid 2-(dimethylamino)ethyl ester
Pantocaine hydrochloride
[CAS]

"CASEN_136-47-0.htm">136-47-0
[Formula]

C15H25ClN2O2
[Molecular Weight]

300.83
[EINECS]

205-248-5
[RTECS]

DG4900000
[RTECS Class]

Drug; Mutagen; Primary Irritant
[Merck]

12,9330
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

3918400
[Beilstein Reference]

4-14-00-01172
[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.
[Incompatibilities]

Iodides, inorganic mercury, silver salts.
[Stability]

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides.
[Combustion Products]

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
[UN Number]

2811
[Hazard Class]

6.1
[Packing Group]

III