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Material Safety Data Sheet
L-Phenylalanine
1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: L-Phenylalanine
Catalog Code: 710083, 710085
Contact information:
CAS#: 63-91-2
bioWORLD
RTECS: AY7535000
4150 Tuller Rd
Suite 228, Dublin, OH 43017, USA
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory : L-Phenylalanine
For information, call: 614-792-8680
CI#: Not available.
Fax Number: 614-792-8685
Order Online:www.bio-world.com
Synonym: L-Alanine, phenyl-; L-Alanine, 3-phenyl-; (S)-alpha-
Amino-benzenepropanoic acid; (S)-alpha-Aminohydrocinnamic
E-mail : save@bio-world.com
acid; (S)-2-Amino-3-phenylpropanoic acid; (S)-alpha-Amino-beta-
phenylpropionic acid; (S)-2-Amino-3-phenylpropionic acid;
Antibiotic FN 1636; Benzenepropanoic acid, alpha-amino-, (S)-; In case of a chemical emergency, contact local
Hydrocinnamic acid, alpha-amino-; Phenylalanine; Phenyl-alpha- hospital.
alanine; (-)-beta-Phenylalanine; beta-Phenyl-alpha-alanine; beta-
Phenyl-L-alanine; 3-Phenyl-L-alanine; L-Phenylalanine; L-beta- For non-emergency assistance,call: 1-800-860-9729
Phenylalanine; (S)-Phenylalanine; 3-Phenylalanine.
Chemical Name: L-Phenylalanine
Chemical Formula: C9H11NO2
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS# % by Weight
L-Phenylalanine 63-91-2 99
Toxicological Data on Ingredients:
LD50 (Intraperitoneal, Rat): 5287 mg/kg
LD50 (Intraperitoneal, Mouse): >1322 mg/kg
3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: May cause eye and skin irritation. May cause respiratory and digestive tract irritation.
The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated. This substance has caused adverse
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reproductive and fetal effects in animals.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: 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.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.
Serious Skin Contact: Not available.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.
Serious Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion: If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Noncombustible.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Product of Combustion: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
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6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: 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.
Large Spill: Not available.
7: Handling and Storage
Precautions: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
Storage: Keep tightly closed.
8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
Personal Protection: Respiratory: Wear dust mask.
Hand: Protective gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Dust respirator. Gloves.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State and Appearance: Solid.
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 165.19 g/mole
Color: White.
pH(1% soln/water): 5 - 7
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: 270 - 275 脗掳C
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: Not available.
Vapour Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: Not available.
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Solubility: Soluble in water.
10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not available.
Incompatibility with various substances: Strong oxidizing agents.
Corrosivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
11:Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Skin contact. Eye contact. Ingestion. Inhalation.
Toxicity to Animals:
LD50 (Intraperitoneal, Rat): 5287 mg/kg
LD50 (Intraperitoneal, Mouse): >1322 mg/kg
Chronic Effects on Humans: Teratogen : Effects on Embryo or Fetus.
Mutagen : Sister chromatid exchange.
Reproductve Hazard : Effects on Newborn.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Warning! To persons with phenylketonuria! This material can release
phenylalanine.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.
12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Product of Biodegradation: Not available.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
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Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: 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.
14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material.
Identification: Not available.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.
15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory : L-Phenylalanine
Other Regulations: Not available.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS(Canada): Not available.
DSCL(EEC): Not available.
HMIS(U.S.A):
Health Hazard: 0
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection:
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A):
Health: 0
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment: Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Safety goggles.
16: Other Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
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Created: 21/08/2006 3:06:56 PM
Last Updated: 13/12/2006 3:58:29 PM
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consumption.
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