| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
R(+)-alpha-Carotene | 【Synonyms】
(6'R)-b,e-Carotene
all-trans-a-Carotene | 【CAS】
7488-99-5 | 【Formula】
C40H56 | 【Molecular Weight】
536.88 | 【Merck】
12,1901 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
2067409 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-05-00-02620 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Solubility in water】
Insoluble | 【Melting Point】
185 | 【Density】
1.00 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【Usage】
A orange photosynthetic pigment important for photosynthesis. It is responsible for the orange colour of the carrot and many other fruits and vegetables. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Seek medical assistance. | 【Inhalation】
Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. | 【Skin】
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact with substance, immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes. Wash skin with soap and water. | 【Eyes】
In case of contact with substance, immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage. | 【Handling】
All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood. |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles. | 【Respirators】
Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). | 【Exposure Effects】
The toxological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Fire Fighting】
Small Fires: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, sand, earth, water spray or regular foam. Large Fires: Water spray, fog or regular foam. | 【Fire Potential】
Flammable/combustible material. May be ignited by friction, heat, sparks or flames. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Make no contact with the spilled material. ELIMINATE all ignition sources and ground all equipment. With clean shovel place material into clean, dry container and cover loosely; move containers from spill area. |
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TargetMol Chemicals Inc. |
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