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Safety Data Sheet EN

Dexamethasone

EC 200-003-9

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Dexamethasone
Product Code
D1961

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A
EC Number
200-003-9 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Use as laboratory reagent

Manufacturers & Suppliers

T

TCI EUROPE N.V.

manufacturer

Boereveldseweg 6 - Haven 1063, B-2070 Zwijndrecht, Belgium

+32 (0)3 735 07 00

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+44 844 892 0111

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Repr. Cat. 2 H361

GHS Pictograms

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection/ hearing protection.
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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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
Dexamethasone EC: 200-003-9 50-02-2 90 - 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

Skin contact

Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. If on skin, rinse well with water.

Eye contact

Rinse with plenty of water. If easy to do, remove contact lens, if worn.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical advice/ attention.

Medical Treatment

None known.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

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

Specific hazards

No information available.

Instructions

Immediately evacuate personnel to safe areas. Remove undamaged containers from fire area if it is safe to do so.

Firefighter Protection

Use personal protective equipment.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Entry to non-involved personnel should be controlled around the leakage area by roping off, etc.

Environmental

Prevent product from entering drains.

Cleanup methods

Pick up and arrange disposal

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, eyes and clothing. Wear personal protective equipment. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool and shaded area. Store locked up.

Hygiene

Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Install a closed system or local exhaust. Also install safety shower and eye bath.

Hands

Impervious gloves

Eyes

Safety glasses, Safety goggles, Face-shield

Respiratory

Dustproof gas mask, Self-contained breathing apparatus

Skin/Body

Impervious protective clothing

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Solid form
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
white
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
---
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
No data available
Melting Point
264 °C
Boiling Point
No data available
Flash Point
No data available
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
Solvent: Ether soluble Solvent: Acetone soluble Solvent: Chloroform soluble Solvent: Ethanol soluble
Partition Coefficient
1,83 octanol/water (log value)
Solubility In Water
100 mg/l (25 °C) insoluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
392,47 g/mol
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

None under normal processing.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Hydrogen fluoride

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 Dexamethasone?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Dexamethasone?

Dexamethasone is a solid form with white color.

What is the solubility of Dexamethasone?

Solvent: Ether soluble Solvent: Acetone soluble Solvent: Chloroform soluble Solvent: Ethanol soluble

What is Dexamethasone used for?

Use as laboratory reagent

What are the hazard statements for Dexamethasone?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.

What is the melting point of Dexamethasone?

The melting point is 264 °C and the boiling point is No data available.