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1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE:
Trade name: Fingolimod, Hydrochloride Salt
Product Number: F-4633
Manufacturer/Supplier:
LC Laboratories
165 New Boston Street
Woburn, MA 01801 USA
1-781-937-0777 Fax: 1-781-938-5420

2. COMPOSITION/DATA ON COMPONENTS:
Chemical Name: 2-Amino-2-[2-(4-octylphenyl)ethyl]-1,3-propanediol, hydrochloride salt
Synonyms: FTY-720A, FTY720, D04187
Hazardous Ingredient: Fingolimod, Hydrochloride Salt
CAS Registry Number: 162359-56-0
Molecular Weight: 343.93
Molecular Formula: C₁₉H₃₃NO₂•HCl

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:
Hazard Description: immunosuppressant
Avoid contact with skin and eyes
Avoid inhalation; do not take internally
Exposure may result in dyspnea (shortness of breath), infections such as colds and flu, nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the nose and throat), headache, diarrhea, nausea, bradycardia (slowed heart beat), hypertension, and elevated liver enzyme tests
Higher than expected rates of skin malignancies (basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma) have also been observed in patients undergoing clinical trials with this compound

4. FIRST AID MEASURES:
After Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air; if breathing is difficult, give oxygen; if breathing stops, give artificial respiration
After skin contact: flush with copious amounts of water; remove contaminated clothing and shoes; call a physician
After eye contact: check for and remove contact lenses; flush with copious amounts of water; assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers; call a physician
After swallowing: if swallowed, wash out mouth with copious amounts of water; call a physician

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:
Suitable extinguishing agents: water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or foam
Protective equipment: wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Unusual fire hazard: may emit toxic fumes under fire conditions such as carbon monoxide, etc.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
Person-related safety precautions: cordon off area of spill; wear self-contained breathing apparatus, protective clothing and heavy rubber gloves
Measures for cleaning/collecting: absorb solutions with finely- powdered liquid-binding material (diatomite, universal binders); decontaminate surfaces and equipment by scrubbing with alcohol; dispose of contaminated material according to Section 13

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Information for safe handling: avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; material may be an irritant
Storage: store solid and solutions at -20 ºC

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION:
Personal protective equipment as follows:
Breathing equipment: NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Protection of hands: chemical-resistant rubber gloves
Eye protection: chemical safety goggles

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
Form: Crystalline solid; granular or powder
Color: white
Odor: none
Melting point/Melting range: not tested
Danger of explosion: none
Solubility in / Miscibility with water: not tested
Solvent content: none
Organic solvents: soluble in DMSO

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:
Stability: stable if stored as directed; avoid strong oxidizing agents
Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: protect from light and heat
Dangerous products of decomposition: thermal decomposition may produce toxic gases such as carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen oxides

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
RTECS No: TY3130000
Acute toxicity: oral toxicity (LD50): 300-600 mg/kg (rat); i.p. toxicity (LD50): 300 mg/kg (mouse)
Primary irritant effect:
On the skin: not known, may be an irritant; may be harmful by skin absorption
On the eye: not known, may be an irritant
Inhalation: may cause irritation to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract; may be harmful if inhaled
Ingestion: may be harmful if swallowed

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
General notes: no data available

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION:
Dispose of in accordance with prevailing country, federal, state and local regulations

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION:
DOT:
Proper shipping name: none
Non-Hazardous for transport: this substance is considered to be non-hazardous for transport
IATA class:
Proper shipping name: none
Non-Hazardous for transport: this substance is considered to be non-hazardous for transport

15. REGULATIONS:
Code letter and hazard designation of product:
EU Risk And Safety phrases:
S22: Do not breathe dust
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, and eye/face protection

16. OTHER INFORMATION:
The above information is believed to be correct based on our present knowledge but does not purport to be complete. For research use only by trained personnel. The burden of safe use of this material rests entirely with the user. LC Laboratories disclaims all liability for any damage resulting from use of this material.