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Product: HUPERZIN A

Source: Huperzia Serrata

CAS No.: 102518-79-6

Chemical formula: C15H18N2O

Formula weight: 242.3

 

Huperzine A is a naturally-occurring sesquiterpene alkaloid compound found in the firmoss Huperzia serrata and in varying quantities in other food Huperzia species, including H. elmeri, H. carinat, and H. aqualupian.

Huperzine A inhibits the breakdown of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine (ACh) by the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. It is also an antagonist of the NMDA-receptor, huperzine A  improves memory and mental function

 

Product Name: Huperzine A Other Name: 5,9-Methanocycloocta[b]pyridin-2(1H)-one,5-amino-11-ethylidene-5,6,9,10-tetrahydro-7-methyl-,(5R,9R,11E)-;5,9-Methanocycloocta[b]pyridin-2(1H)-one,5-amino-11-ethylidene-5,6,9,10-tetrahydro-7-methyl-,[5R-(5α,9β,11E)]-;Selagine;(5R,9R,11E)-5-Amino-11-ethylidene-5,6,9,10-tetrahydro-7-methyl-5,9-methanocycloocta[b]pyridin-2(1H)-one;Huperzine A;(-)-Huperzine A;(-)-Selagine;Kimpukan A;Hupzine A;Hup A;Huperzine;116-28-9;1369-64-8;475473-11-1
CAS No.: 102518-79-6 UN No.: 1544
Molecular Formula: C15H18N2O InChIKeys: InChIKey=ZRJBHWIHUMBLCN-JYXJEATCSA-N
Molecular Weight: 242.31600 Exact Mass: 242.32
EC Number: 600-320-6 DSSTox ID: DTXSID8046038
HScode: 2933990090 Categories: Plant Extracts

PSA: 58.88000 XLogP3: 2.69780
Appearance: white to slight white crystaline powder Density: 1.2 g/cm3
Melting Point: 224-226 °C Boiling Point: 505ºC at 760 mmHg
Flash Point: 259.2ºC Refractive Index: 1.626
Storage Conditions: -20ºC

Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity – Category 2, Oral

Acute toxicity – Category 2, Dermal

Skin irritation, Category 2

Eye irritation, Category 2

Acute toxicity – Category 1, Inhalation

Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure, Category 3

GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

Pictogram(s)
Signal word

Danger

Hazard statement(s)

H301+H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin

H315 Causes skin irritation

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statement(s)
Prevention

P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.

P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/…

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

Response

P301+P316 IF SWALLOWED: Get emergency medical help immediately.

P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label).

P330 Rinse mouth.

P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/…

P316 Get emergency medical help immediately.

P361+P364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

P332+P317 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.

P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see … on this label).

P319 Get medical help if you feel unwell.

Storage

P405 Store locked up.

P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

no data available

Precautions for safe handling

Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store the container tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store apart from foodstuff containers or incompatible materials.