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alpha-Methyldopa sesquihydrate Structure

alpha-Methyldopa sesquihydrate

Chemical Properties

Melting point >300 °C(lit.)
storage temp.  2-8°C
solubility  Slightly soluble in water, very slightly soluble in ethanol (96 per cent). It is freely soluble in dilute mineral acids.
color  White to Off-White
optical activity [α]25/D 13°, c = 1 in H2O
Water Solubility  0.1-1 g/100 mL at 23 ºC
Sensitive  Air & Light Sensitive
Merck  13,6080
BRN  2417244
Stability Stable, but may be light sensitive. Very hygroscopic. Undergoes catalytic oxygenation in the presence of magnesium, cupric, cobalt, nickel and ferric ions. Store under a dry atmosphere.
CAS DataBase Reference 41372-08-1(CAS DataBase Reference)

Safety Information

Risk Statements  20/21-36/37/38-42/43-65
Safety Statements  24/25
WGK Germany  3
RTECS  YP2860000
10-23
HS Code  2922504500

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