Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity
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L-Arabinopyranose(87-72-9)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity

Product Identification

Product Name
L-Arabinopyranose
Synonyms
(2R,3R,4S,5S)-oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
L-Arabinose
Pectinose
CAS
87-72-9
Formula
C5H10O5
Molecular Weight
150.13
EINECS
201-767-6
Merck
12,799
Beilstein/Gmelin
1723085
Beilstein Reference
4-01-00-04217

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
White powder.
Solubility in water
Very soluble
Melting Point
160-163
Boiling Point
328
Density
1.585 g/cm3
pKa/pKb
12.26 (pKa)
Partition Coefficient
-1.84

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Get medical aid if irritation or symptoms occur.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Skin
Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
Eyes
Get medical aid. Gently lift eyelids and flush continuously with water.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.
Handling
Use with adequate ventilation.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
Expected to be a low ingestion hazard.
Inhalation
Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Skin
Non-irritating to the skin.
Eyes
May cause mild eye irritation.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.
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