Product Name: Guanidine Acetic Acid
Chemical Formula: C3H7N3O2
CAS Number: 352-97-6
Synonyms: Glycine, N-amidino-; N-Guanidinoacetic acid
Recommended Use: Chemical synthesis, feed additive, laboratory reagent
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Contact Information: [Emergency number, manufacturer contact]
Classification: Irritant, Harmful
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation, may cause respiratory tract irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, wash hands thoroughly after handling, wear eye and face protection
Chemical Name: Guanidine Acetic Acid
Concentration: ≥98%
Impurities: Water (≤2%), trace organic compounds
Additional Components: None known to contribute to hazard classification
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing, seek medical attention
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek attention if irritation develops
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical attention if symptoms occur
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Media: None identified for this product
Special Hazards: Product may decompose under intense heat to produce nitrogen oxides and carbon oxides
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Additional Information: Prevent run-off from entering water sources or drains
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust formation, ventilate area, use personal protective equipment
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry to waterways, drains, or soil
Containment and Cleanup: Sweep up product, avoid creating dust clouds, place in suitable containers for disposal, wash affected area with water
Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, use in well-ventilated area, handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene practices
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly closed container, keep in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, protect from direct sunlight and incompatible substances
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation or general room ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, lab coat, dust mask or respirator suitable for nuisance particulates
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face after handling, remove contaminated clothing before eating or drinking
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless or faintly ammoniacal
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH (1% solution): 5.0—6.0
Melting Point: 211–215°C (decomposition)
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not flammable
Solubility: Freely soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Relative Density: 1.481 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Viscosity: Not relevant
Evaporation Rate: Not relevant
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizers, acids, and bases
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, moisture, incompatible chemicals
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, ammonia
Polymerization: Will not occur under normal conditions
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): Approx. 8,000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause irritation
Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: May irritate respiratory tract
Skin Sensitization: Data not sufficient to classify
Mutagenicity: Not known to cause genetic defects
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogen by IARC, OSHA, NTP
Reproductive Toxicity: Data not conclusive
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic organisms expected at normal concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to degrade,
Bioaccumulative Potential: Limited potential due to water solubility
Mobility in Soil: Mobile, may leach into groundwater under unfavorable conditions
Other Adverse Effects: No significant environmental hazards identified from current data
Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, or national regulations, incineration or landfill if allowed for chemical waste
Product Waste: Do not discharge into drains or watercourses
Contaminated Packaging: Clean containers before disposal, recycle whenever possible
UN Number: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
OSHA Status: Not listed as hazardous
TSCA Status: Listed
REACH Status: Pre-registered or registered
SARA Title III Sections 311/312: Immediate health hazard
SARA Title III Section 313: Not listed
Label Elements: Follow local labeling and hazard communication standards
Other Regulations: Subject to workplace controls and exposure monitoring
International Inventories: Listed in most major chemical inventories such as EINECS, DSL, AICS, ENCS