Section 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE  
  Product identifiers  
 : α-Methyl-DL-histidine dihydrochloride 
 Product name 
 CAS-No. : 32381-18-3 
  Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against  
 Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances 
   
   
 
  Section 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION  
  Classification of the substance or mixture  
 Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008. 
 This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC. 
  Label elements  
 The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws. 
  Other hazards - none  
 
  Section 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS  
  Substances  
 Formula : C7H11N3O2 · 2HCl 
 Molecular Weight : 242,1 g/mol 
 
  Section 4. FIRST AID MEASURES  
  Description of first aid measures  
  If inhaled  
 If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. 
  In case of skin contact  
 Wash off with soap and plenty of water. 
  In case of eye contact  
 Flush eyes with water as a precaution. 
  If swallowed  
 Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. 
  Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed  
 To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been 
 thoroughly investigated. 
  Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed  
 no data available 
 
  Section 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES  
  Extinguishing media  
  Suitable extinguishing media  
 Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. 
  Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture  
 Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride gas 
  Advice for firefighters  
 Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary. 
  Further information  
 no data available 
 
  Section 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES  
  Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures  
 Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. 
  Environmental precautions  
 Do not let product enter drains. 
  Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up  
 Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. 
  Reference to other sections  
 For disposal see section 13. 
 
  Section 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE  
  Precautions for safe handling  
 Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire 
 protection. 
  Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities  
 Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. 
  Specific end uses  
 no data available 
 
  Section 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION  
  Control parameters  
  Components with workplace control parameters  
  Exposure controls  
  Appropriate engineering controls  
 General industrial hygiene practice. 
  Personal protective equipment  
  Eye/face protection  
 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards 
 such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). 
  Skin protection  
 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 EU Directive 89/686/EEC and 
 the standard EN 374 derived from it. 
  Body Protection  
 Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous 
 substances, and to the specific work-place., The type of protective equipment must be selected 
 according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. 
  Respiratory protection  
 Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, 
 use type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks. Use respirators and components tested and 
 approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). 
 
  Section 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES  
  Information on basic physical and chemical properties  
 a) Appearance Form: solid 
 b) Odour no data available 
 c) Odour Threshold no data available 
 d) pH no data available 
 e) Melting point/freezing no data available 
 point 
 f) Initial boiling point and no data available 
 boiling range 
 g) Flash point no data available 
 h) Evaporation rate no data available 
 i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available 
 j) Upper/lower no data available 
 flammability or 
 explosive limits 
 k) Vapour pressure no data available 
 l) Vapour density no data available 
 m) Relative density no data available 
 n) Water solubility no data available 
 o) Partition coefficient: n- no data available 
 octanol/water 
 p) Autoignition no data available 
 temperature 
 q) Decomposition no data available 
 temperature 
 r) Viscosity no data available 
 s) Explosive properties no data available 
 t) Oxidizing properties no data available 
  Other safety information  
 no data available 
 
  Section 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY  
  Reactivity  
 no data available 
  Chemical stability  
 no data available 
  Possibility of hazardous reactions  
 no data available 
  Conditions to avoid  
 no data available 
  Incompatible materials  
 Strong oxidizing agents 
  Hazardous decomposition products  
 Other decomposition products - no data available 
 
  Section 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION  
  Information on toxicological effects  
  Acute toxicity  
 no data available 
  Skin corrosion/irritation  
 no data available 
  Serious eye damage/eye irritation  
 no data available 
  Respiratory or skin sensitization  
 no data available 
  Germ cell mutagenicity  
 no data available 
  Carcinogenicity  
 IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as 
 probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC. 
  Reproductive toxicity  
 no data available 
  Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure  
 no data available 
  Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure  
 no data available 
  Aspiration hazard  
 no data available 
  Potential health effects  
  Inhalation  
 May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. 
  Ingestion  May be harmful if swallowed. 
  Skin  May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation. 
  Eyes  May cause eye irritation. 
  Signs and Symptoms of Exposure  
 To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been 
 thoroughly investigated. 
  Additional Information  
 RTECS: Not available 
 
  Section 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION  
  Toxicity  
 no data available 
  Persistence and degradability  
 no data available 
  Bioaccumulative potential  
 no data available 
  Mobility in soil  
 no data available 
  Results of PBT and vPvB assessment  
 no data available 
  Other adverse effects  
 no data available 
 
  Section 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS  
  Waste treatment methods  
  Product  
 Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. 
  Contaminated packaging  
 Dispose of as unused product. 
 
  Section 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION  
  UN number  
 ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: - 
  UN proper shipping name  
 ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods 
 IMDG: Not dangerous goods 
 IATA: Not dangerous goods 
  Transport hazard class(es)  
 ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: - 
  Packaging group  
 ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: - 
  Environmental hazards  
 ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no 
  Special precautions for user  
 no data available 
 
 
 
  SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION  
 N/A 
 
 
  SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  
 N/A