| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | |
| [Ingestion] Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid. Wash clothing before reuse. Rinse area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause allergic respiratory reaction. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 22 24/25 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Appearance] White solid. | |
| [Melting Point] 152 - 156 | |
| [Boiling Point] 405 | |
| [Partition Coefficient] -1.85 | |
| [Usage] Buffering agent. | |
| [Product Name] BES | |
| [Synonyms] 2-(Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino)ethanesulfonic acid Ethanesulfonic acid, 2-(bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino) Taurine, N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)- | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_10191-18-1.htm">10191-18-1 | |
| [Formula] C6H15NO5S | |
| [Molecular Weight] 213.25 | |
| [EINECS] 233-465-5 | |
| [RTECS] KI7363500 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1781572 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-04-00-03290 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Disposal Code] 4 | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents | |
| [Decomposition] Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sulfur oxides (SOx), including sulfur oxide and sulfur dioxide. | |
| [HS Code] 2922 19 80 |
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