| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Etretin | 【Synonyms】
9-(4-Methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3,7-dimethylnona-2,4,6,8-tetraenoic acid
Neotigason
Soriatane | 【CAS】
55079-83-9 | 【Formula】
C21H26O3 | 【Molecular Weight】
326.44 | 【EINECS】
259-474-4 | 【RTECS】
RA8460000 | 【RTECS Class】
Drug; Reproductive Effector; Human Data | 【Merck】
12,114 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
2158933 | 【Beilstein Reference】
6-10 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
White powder. | 【Solubility in water】
Insoluble | 【Melting Point】
219 - 220 | 【Boiling Point】
521 | 【Vapor Pressure】
1E-11 (25 C) | 【pKa/pKb】
4.79 (pKa) | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
83.6 kJ/mol | 【Usage】
Used to treat severe psoriasis. Only used when other treatments prove ineffective. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician immediately. | 【Inhalation】
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | 【Skin】
In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician. | 【Eyes】
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. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. | 【Skin】
Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
May be harmful if swallowed. | 【Hazards】
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
61 36/38 50/53 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
53 37/39 45 60 61 | 【UN (DOT)】
3077 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles. | 【Respirators】
Government approved respirator. | 【Exposure Effects】
Toxic. Dangerous for the environment. May cause harm to the unborn child. Irritating to eyes and skin. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
180 | 【Fire Fighting】
Extinguish using Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. | 【Fire Potential】
May burn but does not ignite readily. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Stability】
Stable at normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide. | 【Combustion Products】
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. |
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