Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Caffeine
- Product Code
- C0750
- Chemical Name
- Caffeine
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 58-08-2 Check regulations →
- REACH No.
- 01-2119433305-48-XXXX
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals Manufacture of substances
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Merck Life Science BV
manufacturer
Ildefonse Vandammestraat 5/7B B-1560 HOEILAART
+32 (0)3 899-1301
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC
+(32) 28 083237
Anti-poison centre
070 245245
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS07
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Substance name : 1,3,7-Trimethylxanthine
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffeine EC: 200-362-1 | 58-08-2 | 90 - 100% | No |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
After inhalation: fresh air.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.
After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.
Immediate Medical Attention
Consult a physician.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder
For this substance/mixture no limitations of media extinguishing agents are given.
Combustible. Risk of dust explosion. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.
Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.
Firefighter Protection
In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Avoid inhalation of dusts. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Take up dry. Clean up affected area.
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and against fire and explosion sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Tightly closed. Dry.
Change contaminated clothing. Preventive skin protection recommended. Wash hands after working with substance.
Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and against fire and explosion sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Material: Nitrile rubber; Break through time: 480 min; Glove thickness: 0,11 mm; Protective index: Full contact / Splash contact; Manufacturer: Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M). The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses
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 : Filter type P2 type: 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.
protective clothing
Do not let product enter drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .
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.
Violent reactions possible with: Strong oxidizing agents
no information available
No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
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Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
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Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Caffeine?
The signal word is warning.
What is the physical form of Caffeine?
Caffeine is a solid with colourless color. It has odourless odor.
What is Caffeine used for?
Laboratory chemicals Manufacture of substances
What are the hazard statements for Caffeine?
This substance has 1 hazard statement:
- H302: Harmful if swallowed.
What is the melting point of Caffeine?
The melting point is 234 - 236,5 °C Method: lit. and the boiling point is No data available.