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3-Indolepropionic 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. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
[Ingestion]

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
[Skin]

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Refrigerator (approx 4 C). Store protected from light.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Store protected from light.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36
[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.
[Appearance]

Light brown powder.
[Solubility in water]

Very soluble
[Melting Point]

129 - 132
[Density]

1.356 g/cm3
[pKa/pKb]

4.77 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

1.49
[Usage]

Herbicide.
[Product Name]

Indole-3-propionic acid
[Synonyms]

3-(1H-Indol-3-yl)propanoic acid
3-(2-Carboxyethyl)-1H-indole
3-(3-Indolyl)propanoic acid
beta-Indolepropionic acid
Indolepropionic acid
IPA
[CAS]

"CASEN_830-96-6.htm">830-96-6
[Formula]

C11H11NO2
[Molecular Weight]

189.22
[EINECS]

212-600-1
[RTECS]

NM1329000
[RTECS Class]

Other
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

147733
[Beilstein Reference]

5-22-03-00114
[Small spills/leaks]

Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. 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, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.
[HS Code]

2933 99 90