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Chemical Name: Alanine
Synonyms: 2-Aminopropanoic acid
Formula: C3H7NO2
Molecular Weight: 89.09 g/mol
CAS Number: 56-41-7
Manufacturer/Supplier: Common chemical supply firms and laboratory providers worldwide
Recommended Use: Biochemical research, nutritional supplements, laboratory analysis
Emergency Phone: Local emergency services; Poison Control Center
Classification: Most regulations do not list Alanine as hazardous, but it can cause mild irritation
Label Elements: No official hazard pictogram needed by GHS
Signal Word: None required for bulk handling
Hazard Statements: May cause mild eye or skin irritation after direct or prolonged contact
Precautionary Statements: Avoid dust, minimize inhalation, wash skin thoroughly
Other Hazards: May form combustible dust concentrations in air under rare processing conditions
Substance: Alanine
Content: >99% pure
Impurities: Common process impurities like moisture under 1% total
Chemical Formula: C3H7NO2
Chemical Family: Amino acid (aliphatic, nonessential)
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with clean water for several minutes, remove contacts if present and easy to do, continue rinsing
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, seek medical care for persistent irritation
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep comfortable, get medical attention if symptoms develop
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, give water to drink, do not induce vomiting, obtain medical treatment if large amounts swallowed or if discomfort occurs
Advice for Doctors: Treat symptoms, no specific antidote required, symptomatic care rarely needed
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High pressure water streams may disperse dust
Hazards from Combustion: May produce nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters need standard protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus
Specific Methods: Move containers from fire zone if safe, avoid inhaling combustion fumes
Explosion Data: Fine dust can rarely form explosive mixture with air under high concentration
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, goggles, dust mask if large spill
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, water sources, or soil
Methods for Cleaning Up: Sweep or vacuum up without raising dust, collect in labeled containers, ventilate area
Handling Spilled Material: Clean surfaces with damp cloth to reduce residual dust risk
Safe Handling: Minimize dust formation, avoid breathing particulates, maintain good hygiene
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, away from incompatible substances
Incompatibles: Strong oxidizing agents can react with amino acids
Storage Temperature: Recommended between 15°C–25°C, keep container dry
Further Notes: Keep away from food and beverages, label all storage vessels clearly
Control Parameters: No occupational exposure limits set for alanine
Engineering Controls: Handle in well-ventilated area, use local exhaust if dusting occurs
Personal Protection: Protective gloves, goggles, laboratory coat, dust mask if high dust levels
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face after handling, avoid eating or drinking near product
Environmental Exposure: Minimize release into soil or drains
Physical State: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Melting Point: 297°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Readily soluble in water, almost insoluble in ethanol and ether
pH (1% solution): About 6.0–7.0
Flash Point: Not applicable (nonvolatile solid)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Density: 1.424 g/cm³ (bulk)
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): –3.09
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Unreactive under normal laboratory and storage conditions
Hazardous Reactions: Can react with strong oxidizing agents at elevated temperatures
Conditions to Avoid: Intense heat, strong acids or oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides if burned or overheated
Routes of Exposure: Eyes, skin, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity; oral LD50 for rats estimated >5000 mg/kg
Skin/Eye Irritation: Causes mild irritation on direct contact
Respiratory Effects: Dust may irritate respiratory system in sensitive individuals
Chronic Effects: No chronic toxicity or carcinogenicity identified in common animal studies
Additional Data: Alanine is a naturally occurring amino acid in human metabolism
Aquatic Toxicity: Not expected to be harmful to aquatic life at typical concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in the environment
Bioaccumulation: Not expected since alanine is naturally utilized by organisms
Mobility in Soil: Highly soluble in water, likely mobile in moist environments
Other Adverse Effects: No evidence of endocrine disruption or ozone depletion potential
Disposal Methods: Comply with local, national, regional, and state regulations
Waste Treatment Options: Small amounts may be flushed to drain with large volumes of water, for bulk waste use authorized chemical waste disposal
Container Disposal: Rinse and recycle or dispose as permitted by local authorities
Special Precautions: Avoid releasing large quantities to the environment; clarify with regulatory officials if unclear
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Alanine
Transport Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not required
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Precautions for Transport: Protect from moisture, keep packaging secure to avoid spillage during transit
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Alanine does not appear on hazardous substance lists like OSHA, TSCA, or REACH for restrictions
International Inventories: Listed in most chemical inventories including TSCA (USA), EINECS (Europe), DSL (Canada)
Labelling: No hazard symbol or signal word required under current rules for bulk material
Other Relevant Regulations: Not subject to SARA Title III, CERCLA, or CWC reporting
References: Consult workplace safety office and local chemical hygiene plans for any site-specific requirements
