Brucine
- CAS Number
- 357-57-3
- HSN Code
- 29397900
- Molecular Formula
- C23H26N2O4
- Catalogue Number
- AL0904
- Purity
- 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 394.47 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Brucine is an organic heteroheptacyclic compound and a monoterpenoid indole alkaloid.
Also known as Brucina.
- Catalogue No.
- AL0904
- CAS Number
- 357-57-3
- Molecular Formula
- C23H26N2O4
- Molecular Weight
- 394.47 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29397900
- Grade
- AR (Analytical Reagent)
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 178 °C; Boiling point: 470 °C; Density: greater than 1 at 68 °F; Solubility: Crystals. Sol in water or alcohol. The solns are neutral or slightly acid.
- Appearance
- Needles from acetone + water
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 25 gm glass bottle, 100 gm glass bottle
- Storage
- Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Brucine
- Catalogue No.
- AL0904
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 357-57-3
- EC Number
- 206-614-7
- Grade
- AR (Analytical Reagent)
- EC Index Number
- N/A
- Chemical Formula
- C23H26N2O4
- HSN Code
- 29397900
- Synonyms
- Brucina
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Chiral resolving agent in asymmetric synthesis
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 2; Aquatic Chronic 3
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 442021 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Acute Toxic
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H300: Fatal if swallowed; H330: Fatal if inhaled; H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- None identified
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Brucine
- CAS No.
- 357-57-3
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dizziness, and respiratory distress.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Toxic fumes may be released in a fire.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe dust.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust is generated.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White to pale yellow
- Odour
- Odorless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 178 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 470 °C
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- Not applicable
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- greater than 1 at 68 °F
- Solubility
- Crystals. Sol in water or alcohol. The solns are neutral or slightly acid.
- Log Pow
- Log Kow= 0.98
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidising
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable during transport.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides. The solution in water is a weak base.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of nitroxides.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rabbit oral 4 mg/kg; LD50 Rat ip 91 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse sc 60 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1570
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1570
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1570
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1570
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1570
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Brucine
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Brucine
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Brucine
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Brucine
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Brucine
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 6.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- I
- Packing group (IMDG)
- I
- Packing group (IATA)
- I
- Packing group (ADN)
- I
- Packing group (RID)
- I
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a high-purity chiral resolving agent in classical asymmetric synthesis research.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00327
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 394.47 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | White crystalline powder | White crystalline powder |
| Assay | (Min.) 99.0% | 99.52% |
| Melting range | 175-180°C | 177°C |
| Sensitivity as micro reagent of nitrate | Passes test | Passes test |
The above product complies with AR grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR | 99% | m.p. 178 °C; b.p. 470 °C | <0.5% | <0.1% | <0.5% | Crystals. Sol in water or alcohol. The solns are neutral or slightly acid. |
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