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Certificate of Analysis

• Description

  Almost white to white crystalline powder.

  Result

  Almost white crystalline powder.

• Solubility

  Soluble in methanol.

  Result

  Soluble in methanol.

• Identification by IR

  The sample spectrum should be in concordant with that of working standard.

  Result

  Complies

• Identification by HPLC

  The retention time of the principal peak in the test sample chromatogram should be match with that of the working standard in “Related substances by HPLC” test.

  Result

  Complies

• Water by K.F

  Not more than 1.0 % w/w.

  Result

  0.69 % w/w

• Loss on drying

  Not more than 1.0 % w/w.

  Result

  0.32 % w/w

• Residue on ignition

  Not more than 0.10 % w/w.

  Result

  0.05 % w/w

• Heavy metals

  Not more than 20 ppm.

  Result

  Below 20 ppm.

• Assay (Non aqueous)

  98.0 % – 102.0 % w/w

  Result

  99.1 % w/w

• Specific rotation (C=1, in Methanol)

  (+)10.0° to (+) 14.0°

  Result

  99.1 % w/w

• Related substances by HPLC
  Result

• Single maximum impurity

  Not more than 0.5 %

  Result

  0.05%

• Total impurity

  Not more than 1.0 %

  Result

  0.08%

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Material Safety Data Sheet

• Section 1 – Chemical Product

  Product Identifier

  Escitalopram Oxalate

  MSDS Prepared By

  R&D Department

• Section 2 – Composition / Information Of Ingredients

  Product Name

  Escitalopram Oxalate

  Synonym

  1 [ (3-Dimethyl amino) –propyl)-1-(4-fluorophenly) -5-isobenzofuran carbonatite oxalate.

  Molecular Formula

  C20H21FN2O(COH)2

  Molecular Weight

  414.0

  CAS Number

  219861-08-2

• Section 3 – HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION

  Emergency Overview

  Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

  Potential Health effects

  Eyes

  Causes eye irritation

  Skin

  Causes skin irritation. May be harmful, if absorbed through skin.

  Ingestion

  May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.

  Inhalation

  May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful, if inhaled.

  Chronic

  N/A

• Section 4 – FIRST AID

  Skin Contact

  Wipe off excess material from skin then immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes, Get medical attention immediately. Wash clothing & shoes thoroughly before reuse.

  Eye Contact

  Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately.

  Inhalation

  Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention immediately.

  Ingestion

  If swallowed, INDUCE VOMITING. Give large quantities of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.

• Section 5 – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

  General Information

  As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, and full protective wear.

  Extinguishing Media

  Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or chemical foam.

• Section 6 – ACCIDENT RELEASE MEASURES

  General Information

  Use proper protective equipment as indicated in section-8.

  Spills / Leaks

  Ventilate area of spill. Isolate hazard area. Keep away unnecessary and unprotected personal from entering. Flush with water. Use wet mop and vacuum to pick up spilled product. Dispose the collected powder and washings as per local laws.

• Section 7 – HANDLING AND STORAGE

  Handling

  Avoid breathing powder, vapor, mist., or gas. Avoid contact with skin & eyes.

  Storage

  Store in well closed containers.

• Section 8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

  Engineering Controls

  Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eye was facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilations to keep airborne concentrations low.

  Personnel Protective Equipment

  Eyes

  Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA`s eye and face protection regulations.

  Skin

  Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.

  Clothing

  Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

• Section 9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERITIES

  Physical State

  Powder

  Color

  Almost white to white

  Odor

  N/A

  pH

  N/A

  Viscosity

  N/A

  Boiling Point

  N/A

  Auto ignition temperature

  N/A

  Flash Point

  N/A

  Explosion Limit, Lower

  N/A

  Explosion Limit, Higher

  N/A

  Decomposition temperature

  N/A

  Solubility in Water

  N/A

  Freezing / Melting Point

  N/A

  Specific Gravity / Density

  N/A

  Vapor Density

  N/A

  Vapor Pressure

  N/A

  Assay

  98%(+)

• Section 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

  Chemical Stability

  Stable at Room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and humidity conditions.

  Conditions to avoid

  Incompatible materials

  Incompatibility with others

  Strong oxidizing agents

  Hazardous decomposition products

  Hydrogen bromide, Nitrogen oxides, Carbon monoxide

  Hazardous polymerization

  Has not been reported

• Section 11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

  Oral Rat : LD50

  800mg/kg

  To the best of our knowledge the toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated. However, harmful if swallowed in large amount., causes irritation if it contacts with eyes

• Section 12 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

  Data Not Available.

• Section 13 – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION

  Waste Disposal

  Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options. Dispose off container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements

• Section 14 – TRANSPORT INFORMATION

  IATA Non-hazardous for transport.

• Section 15 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

  European / international regulations

  European labeling in accordance with EC Directives

  Risk phrases

  Irritating to eyes, respiratory systems and skin.

  Risk

  Irritating to eyes, respiratory systems and skin.

  Safety phrases

  In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water & seek medical advice.

• Section 16 – OTHER INFORMATION

  Global Pharma provides information contained herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensives or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product.

  Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose.

  GLOBAL PHARMA MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULER PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT WHICH THE INFORMATION REEFERS. GLOBAL PHARMA WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM USE OF RELIANCE UPON THIS INFORMATION.