SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 04/19/2006
Date Updated: 01/29/2006
Version 1.4
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name GLUTATHIONE OXIDIZED FORM FREE ACID
LYOPHILIZED POWDER
Product Number G4501
Brand SIGMA
Company Sigma-Aldrich
Address 3050 Spruce Street
SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US
Technical Phone: 800-325-5832
Fax: 800-325-5052
Emergency Phone: 314-776-6555
Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient
Substance Name CAS # SARA 313
GLUTATHIONE, OXIDIZED 27025-41-8 No
Formula C20H32N6O12S2
Synonyms S,S'-Ethylenebis(glutathione) * Glutamine,
N,N'-(dithiobis(1-((carboxymethyl)carbamoyl)ethyle
ne))di-, L- *
N-(N-gamma-Glutamyl-cysteinyl)glycine-(2,2)-disulf
ide * Glutathione disulphide * Glutathione-ssg *
Glutathone disulfide * GSSG * Oxidized
glutathione * L-Oxidized glutathione *
Oxigluthione
RTECS Number: MC0556500
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 0
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 0
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 0
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 0
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult,
call a physician.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
EYE EXPOSURE
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.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
FLASH POINT
N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
N/A
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Exercise appropriate precautions to minimize direct contact with
skin or eyes and prevent inhalation of dust.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
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.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
User Exposure: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin,
and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed.
Store at 2-8藲C
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Use respirators and components tested and approved
under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN
(EU). Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection
from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, use type N95 (US) or
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type P1 (EN 143) dust masks.
Hand: Protective gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance Color: White
Form: Powder
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 612.63 AMU
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range 178 藲C
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Odor Threshold N/A
Volatile% N/A
VOC Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Viscosity N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Flash Point N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Refractive Index N/A
Optical Rotation Degree of Rotation: 20 g/l Solvent: H2O
-120 - -100 (+/-4)
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
N/A = not available
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide,
Nitrogen oxides, Sulfur oxides.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and
upper respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
TOXICITY DATA
Oral
Rat
> 5000 mg/kg
LD50
Subcutaneous
Rat
>2 GM/KG
LD50
Intravenous
Rat
>2 GM/KG
LD50
Oral
Mouse
> 5000 mg/kg
LD50
Subcutaneous
Mouse
>2 GM/KG
LD50
Intravenous
Mouse
>2 GM/KG
LD50
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible
solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an
afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: None
Non-Hazardous for Transport: This substance is
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considered to be non-hazardous for transport.
IATA
Non-Hazardous for Air Transport: Non-hazardous for air
transport.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: No
CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS
contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: No
NDSL: No
Section 16 - Other Information
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2006 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
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