| [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. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. | |
| [Fire Potential] Flammable/combustible material. May be ignited by friction, heat, sparks or flames. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Hormones and antibiotics room. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Skin] May cause burns. | |
| [Eyes] See Skin. | |
| [UN (DOT)] 1325 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | |
| [Respirators] A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | |
| [Exposure Effects] The toxological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Exposure limit(s)] OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 0.005 mg/m3 | |
| [Appearance] Crystals from hexane. Odorless. | |
| [Solubility in water] Insoluble | |
| [Melting Point] 161-166 | |
| [Boiling Point] 390 | |
| [Partition Coefficient] 3.24 | |
| [Usage] In fish culture, used to produce monosex populations of those species which tend to overpopulate. | |
| [Product Name] 17-Methyltestosterone | |
| [Synonyms] 17-beta-Hydroxy-17-alpha-methylandrost-4-en-3-one Androst-4-ene-17a-methyl-17b-ol-3-one Glosso-Sterandryl Nu-man Orchisterone M Testhormone | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_58-18-4.htm">58-18-4 | |
| [Formula] C20H30O2 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 302.45999999999998 | |
| [EINECS] 200-366-3 | |
| [RTECS] BV8400000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Tumorigen; Drug; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Hormone | |
| [Merck] 12,6206 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 2057425 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-08-00-01010 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Decomposition] Irritating and toxic fumes and gases. | |
| [Combustion Products] Fire may produce irritating and/or toxic gases. | |
| [UN Number] 1325 | |
| [Hazard Class] 4.1 | |
| [Packing Group] II; III |
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