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Folinic acid

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[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. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
[Ingestion]

Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.
[Inhalation]

If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.
[Skin]

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
[Eyes]

Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of tepid water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility.
[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.
[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]

Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.
[Exposure Effects]

The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated.
[Appearance]

Crystals from water with 3 mol of water of crystallization.
[pKa/pKb]

3.55 (pKa)
[Usage]

Biochemical research.
[Product Name]

(2S)-2-[[4-[(2-Amino-5-formyl-4-oxo-1,6,7,8-tetrahydropteridin-6-yl)methylamino]benzoyl]amino]pentanedioic acid
[Synonyms]

2-[[4-[(2-Amino-5-formyl-4-oxo-1,6,7,8-tetrahydropteridin-6-yl)methylamino]benzoyl]amino]pentanedioic acid
5-Formyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydropteroyl-L-glutamic acid
5-Formyltetrahydrofolic acid
Citrovorum factor
Folinic acid
Leucoverin
[CAS]

"CASEN_58-05-9.htm">58-05-9
[Formula]

C20H23N7O7
[Molecular Weight]

473.45
[EINECS]

200-361-6
[Merck]

12,4254
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

5324589
[Small spills/leaks]

Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.
[Stability]

No data.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.