SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 08/JUN/2005
Date Updated: 15/MAR/2004
Version 1.1
According to 91/155/EEC
Classified as Hazardous according to the criteria of EU Annex 1 and
NOHSC.
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name FORSKOLIN, MOLECULAR BIOLOGY REAGENT
Product Number F3917
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty. Ltd.
12 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 2154
Australia
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555 (1800 800 097)
Fax +61 2 9841 0500 (1800 800 096)
Emergency Phone # +44 8701906777 (1800 448 465)
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
FORSKOLIN 66575-29-9 266-410-9 None
Formula C22H34O7
Molecular Weight 410.5 AMU
Synonyms 7-beta-Acetoxy-8,13-epoxy-1-alpha,6-beta,9-alpha-
trihydroxylabd-14-en-11-one * Coleonol *
Colforsin * Forskolin
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Harmful in contact with skin.
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult,
call a physician.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for
at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Call a physician.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate
foam. Water spray.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and
heavy rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate
area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
7 - Handling and Storage
8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Mechanical exhaust.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator.
Hand Protection: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Color: Colorless
Form: Fine crystals
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range 223 - 227 掳C
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
SG/Density N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Viscosity N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Surface Tension N/A
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Conductivity N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: QL6150000
ACUTE TOXICITY
LD50
Oral
Rat
2550 mg/kg
LD50
Intraperitoneal
Rat
92 MG/KG
LD50
Oral
Mouse
3100 mg/kg
LD50
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
68 MG/KG
Remarks: Behavioral:Change in motor activity (specific assay).
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Forskolin has antihypertensive, positive inotropic, platelet
aggregation inhibitory, and adenylcyclase activating properties.
*
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Absorption: Harmful if absorbed through skin.
TARGET ORGAN INFORMATION
Smooth muscle.
CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
The toxicological properties have not been thoroughly
investigated.
12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
13 - Disposal Considerations
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SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn
in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and
scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental
regulations.
14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR
Non-hazardous for road transport.
IMDG
Non-hazardous for sea transport.
IATA
Non-hazardous for air transport.
15 - Regulatory Information
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
INDICATION OF DANGER: Xn
Harmful.
R-PHRASES: 21
Harmful in contact with skin.
S-PHRASES: 22 36/37
Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing and
gloves.
16 - Other Information
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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