[A17108] CAS 298-81-7 | 8-Methoxypsoralen, 98%

CAS : 298-81-7
UN# : UN3261
MDL : MFCD00005009
Hazard Class : 8
EINECS : 206-066-9
Packing Group : II

Other name :

Xanthotoxin

Chemical Properties

Formula : C12H8O4
Formula weight : 216.20
Melting Point : 146-150°
Sensitivity : Light Sensitive. Ambient temperatures.
Form : Crystalline powder
Solubility : Soluble in acetone, ethanol (slight), acetic acid, and chloroform (50 mg/ml). Insoluble in water.

Applications

8-Methoxypsoralen, is used in Photochemotherapy (methoxsalen with long wave ultraviolet radiation) is indicated for the repigmentation of idiopathic vitiligo. It is also used in Photopheresis (methoxsalen with long wave ultraviolet radiation of white blood cells) is indicated for use with the UVAR* System in the palliative treatment of the skin manifestations of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.

Grade Specifications

GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements

Hazard Statements : H301-H340-H350-H318Toxic if swallowed.May cause genetic defects.May cause cancer.Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary Statements : P280-P301+P310-P305+P351+P338-P321-P405-P501aWear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.Specific treatment (see label).Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other References :

Beilstein : 196453Merck : 14,5988
UN# : UN3261