Product Name: Finasteride
Chemical Formula: C23H36N2O2
CAS Number: 98319-26-7
Intended Use: Pharmaceutical ingredient, primarily for treatment of enlarged prostate (BPH) and male pattern hair loss
Manufacturer: Refer to supplier information on packaging
Emergency Contact: Local poison control center or regional emergency response center
Hazard Classification: Harmful if swallowed, suspected reproductive toxin, may cause skin sensitization
Label Elements: Pictogram: Exclamation mark, Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: H302: Harmful if swallowed, H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid dust formation, use protective gloves, keep out of reach of children
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, oral, possible dermal absorption
Target Organs: Liver, reproductive system
Component: Finasteride
Concentration: ≥98% (active pharmaceutical ingredient)
Other Ingredients: No significant impurities affecting classification
Synonyms: Proscar, Propecia
Molecular Weight: 372.55 g/mol
General Advice: Seek immediate medical attention for significant exposure
Inhalation: Move exposed person to fresh air, provide respiratory support if breathing becomes difficult
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, flush affected skin with plenty of water and soap for at least 15 minutes
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for several minutes, lift eyelids to ensure thorough flushing
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice without delay
Advice to Physician: Treat symptomatically, monitor for delayed effects related to reproductive health
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High volume water jets may scatter powder
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, possible toxic fumes
Protective Equipment: Firefighters use self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective suit
Special Actions: Isolate fire area, avoid smoke inhalation, cool containers with water
Personal Precautions: Avoid inhaling dust, use PPE including gloves and mask, ventilate area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further spillage, avoid discharge into drains, sewers, surface or ground water
Cleanup Methods: Collect spilled material without creating dust, use damp cloth or absorbent material, dispose of collected material as hazardous waste
Decontamination: Wash area with plenty of water, ventilate thoroughly after cleanup
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid dust generation, handle with proper PPE, minimize time of open handling
Storage: Store tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, protect from light and moisture
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acids
Special Precautions: Restrict access to trained staff, keep container tightly closed when not in use, observe reproductive hazard warning
Engineering Controls: Enclose process, use appropriate dust extraction systems
Personal Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, lab coat, safety goggles or face shield, approved respirator for dust
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face before breaks and at end of work, avoid eating or drinking in work area
Exposure Limits: No official occupational exposure limits established as of last update
Thermal Hazards: Avoid high temperatures
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: 253–259°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol and chloroform
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Relative Density: ~1.2 (estimated)
Partition Coefficient (log Pow): 3.2
Flash Point: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions under normal use
Hazardous Reactions: Avoid contact with oxidizing agents and strong acids
Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, possibly toxic fumes upon combustion
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, light, moisture, open flames
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): >1000 mg/kg (low acute toxicity)
Chronic Toxicity: May affect endocrine system, fertility impairment, reproductive toxicity
Sensitization: Possible skin sensitizer, avoid repeated skin contact
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: Animal studies show no significant mutagenic or carcinogenic effects at therapeutic dosage
Notable Effects: Decreased libido, impotence, testicular atrophy, teratogenicity (risk to unborn children if handled by pregnant women)
Ecotoxicity: Not considered highly toxic to aquatic organisms, but avoid release to environment
Aquatic Toxicity: No data for fish, Daphnia, or algae, but chemically stable compound may persist
Degradability: Only slowly biodegradable
Bioaccumulation: Moderate potential due to lipophilicity
Mobility: Relatively low mobility in soil, binds to organic matter
Waste Treatment Methods: Incinerate in a chemical incinerator with afterburner and scrubber, in accordance with local, regional or national legal requirements
Disposal of Packaging: Dispose of contaminated packaging as hazardous waste; containers must remain tightly closed until disposal
Do Not: Discharge into waterways, municipal waste, or unapproved landfill
Regulatory References: Comply with hazardous waste regulations for pharmaceuticals
UN Number: Not regulated as hazardous for transportation
Proper Shipping Name: Finasteride
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as a dangerous good
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Avoid tamponed packaging that may retain dust, transport in tightly closed, labeled containers away from foodstuffs
Labeling: Compliant with GHS/CLP requirements
Restrictions: Prescription pharmaceutical ingredient, handling restrictions for reproductive hazards
Inventory Status: Listed on national and international chemical inventories
Standards: OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, REACH Regulation, WHMIS, and corresponding local legislation
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