| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
3-Quinuclidinol | 【Synonyms】
1-Azabicyclo(2.2.2)octan-3-ol
1-Azabicyclo[2.2.2]octan-8-ol
3-Hydroxyquinuclidine | 【CAS】
1619-34-7 | 【Formula】
C7H13NO | 【Molecular Weight】
127.18 | 【EINECS】
216-578-4 | 【RTECS】
VD6191700 | 【RTECS Class】
Mutagen | 【Merck】
12,8266 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
104327 | 【Beilstein Reference】
5-21-01-00271 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Almost white crystalline powder. | 【Solubility in water】
Very soluble | 【Melting Point】
225 - 227 | 【pKa/pKb】
4.96 (pKb) | 【Partition Coefficient】
-.09 | 【Usage】
Benzilate (ester) has been used as an incapacitating agent in chemical warfare: health aspects of chemical and biological weapons (who, geneva, 1970) pp 49-51. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | 【Inhalation】
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Do not use mouth-to-mouth respiration if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed. Extensive irrigation is required (at least 30 minutes). |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Keep container tightly closed. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale. Use with adequate ventilation. Use only in a chemical fume hood. Discard contaminated shoes. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Inhalation may produce burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting. | 【Skin】
Causes skin burns. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye burns. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage. | 【Ingestion】
May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive tract. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 34 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 36/37/39 45 | 【UN (DOT)】
3259 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | 【Respirators】
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | 【Exposure Effects】
Effects may be delayed. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Cover with sand, dry lime or soda ash and place in a closed container for disposal. Absorb spill with an alkaline material such as soda ash or lime. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents. | 【Decomposition】
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. |
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