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Cholesterol

CAS 57-88-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Cholesterol
Product Code
C8667

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
57-88-5 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

S

Sigma

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 no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Synonyms : 3β-Hydroxy-5-cholestene 5-Cholesten-3β-ol Formula : C27H46O Molecular weight : 386,65 g/mol CAS-No. : 57-88-5 EC-No. : 200-353-2

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
3β-Hydroxy-5-cholestene 5-Cholesten-3β-ol EC: 200-353-2 57-88-5 --- No

Notes

No components need to be disclosed according to the applicable regulations.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

fresh air.

Skin contact

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

make victim drink water (two glasses at most).

Immediate Medical Attention

Consult doctor if feeling unwell.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Carbon oxides. Combustible. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

Firefighter Protection

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Avoid inhalation of dusts. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up dry. Clean up affected area.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

Tightly closed. Dry.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Full contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:KCL 741 Dermatril® L. Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:KCL 741 Dermatril® L. This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN374 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter type: Filter type P1. The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Partition Coefficient
log Pow: > 6,5 at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 117 - Potential bioaccumulation
Appearance
---
Cloud Point
---
Flammability
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Solidification Point
---
Explosive Limits
---
Molecular Weight
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Vapor Pressure
< 0,01 hPa at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 104
Voc Content
---
Decomposition Temperature
> 200 °C
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Odor
No data available
Physical State
solid
Boiling Point
360 °C
Form
---
Colour Intensity
---
Density
1,067 g/mL at 25 °C
Metal Corrosion
---
Freezing Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Properties Status
---
Colour
white
Melting Point
147 - 149 °C
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
No data available
Solubility In Fat
---
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Flash Point
Not applicable
Physical State Data
solid
Solubility In Water
0,00003 g/l at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 105- insoluble
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Ph
No data available
Solubility
---
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Softening Point
---
Odor Threshold
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .

Reactivity

The following applies in general to flammable organic substances and mixtures: in correspondingly fine distribution, when whirled up a dust explosion potential may generally be assumed.

Hazardous reactions

Violent reactions possible with: Strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

no information available

Incompatible

No data available

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 Cholesterol?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Cholesterol?

Cholesterol is a solid with white color. It has no data available odor.

What is Cholesterol used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What is the melting point of Cholesterol?

The melting point is 147 - 149 °C and the boiling point is 360 °C.