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Serotonin hydrochloride

CAS 153-98-0

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Serotonin hydrochloride
Product Code
H9523
Chemical Name
Serotonin hydrochloride

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
153-98-0 Check regulations →
REACH No.
A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its uses are exempted from registration, the annual tonnage does not require a registration or the registration is envisaged for a later registration deadline.

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV/SRL

manufacturer

Brusselsesteenweg 288, B-3090 OVERIJSE

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H312
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Serotonin hydrochloride 153-98-0 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

Skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

Immediate Medical Attention

Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Specific hazards

Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride gas

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel.

Materials: suitable, closed containers

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store in cool place.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

Fire prevention

Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it. Full contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested: Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested: Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374 If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the EC approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.

Eyes

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Respiratory

For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator.For higher level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Skin/Body

Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Relative Evaporation Rate
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Melting Point
Melting point/range: 149 - 154 ℃ - lit.
Odor Threshold
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Lower Explosive Limit
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Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Form
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Evaporation Rate
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Physical State
powder
Cloud Point
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Properties Status
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Partition Coefficient
No data available
Freezing Point
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State Under Standard Conditions
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Softening Point
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Decomposition Temperature
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Metal Corrosion
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Density
No data available
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
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Crystallisation Point
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Solubility
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Molecular Weight
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Solubility In Fat
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Odor
No data available
Flash Point
No data available
Appearance
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Relative Density
No data available
Colour
light gray
Ph
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Vapor Density
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Explosive Limits
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Auto Ignition Temperature
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Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Bulk Density
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Solidification Point
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Boiling Point
No data available
Flammability
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Physical State Data
solid
Colour Intensity
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Solubility In Water
No data available
Voc Content
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10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

No data available

Avoid

Light.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Serotonin hydrochloride?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Serotonin hydrochloride?

Serotonin hydrochloride is a powder with light gray color. It has no data available odor.

What is Serotonin hydrochloride used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Serotonin hydrochloride?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H302 + H312 + H332: Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of Serotonin hydrochloride?

The melting point is Melting point/range: 149 - 154 ℃ - lit. and the boiling point is No data available.