Clotrimazole
【Product Name】
Diphenyl-(2-chlorophenyl)-1-imidazolylmethane
【Synonyms】
1-(2-Chlorophenyl)diphenyl-1-Imidazolylmethane
1-(o-Chloro-alpha,alpha-diphenylbenzyl)imidazole
1-[(2-Chlorophenyl)-di(phenyl)methyl]imidazole
Canesten
【CAS】
23593-75-1
【Formula】
C22H17ClN2
【Molecular Weight】
344.84
【EINECS】
245-764-8
【RTECS】
NI4377000
【RTECS Class】
Drug; Reproductive Effector; Human Data
【Merck】
12,2478
【Beilstein/Gmelin】
622318
【Beilstein Reference】
5-23-04-00291
Physical and Chemical Properties Back to Contents
【Appearance】
Crystals. Odorless.
【Solubility in water】
Slightly soluble
【Melting Point】
147 - 149
【Density】
1.316 g/cm3
【Partition Coefficient】
5.05
【Usage】
Medication, fungicide.
First Aid Measures Back to Contents
【Ingestion】
Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.
【Inhalation】
If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.
【Skin】
Flush skin with large amounts of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. At the same time, remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
【Eyes】
Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of tepid water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility.
Handling and Storage Back to Contents
【Storage】
Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.
【Handling】
All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Back to Contents
【Personal Protection】
Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.
【Respirators】
Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.
【Exposure Effects】
The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated.
Fire Fighting Measures Back to Contents
【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
Accidental Release Measures Back to Contents
【Small spills/leaks】
Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.
Stability and Reactivity Back to Contents
【Stability】
No data.
【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents.