Tacrine

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Tacrine Structure
Tacrine structure
Common Name Tacrine
CAS Number 321-64-2 Molecular Weight 198.264
Density 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 Boiling Point 353.8±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Molecular Formula C13H14N2 Melting Point 283-284ºC
MSDS N/A Flash Point 167.8±27.9 °C

 Use of Tacrine


Tacrine is a potent acetylcholinesterse (AChE) inhibitor (IC50=109 nM), also acting as a CYP1A2 substrate drug. Tacrine exhibits certain hepatotoxicity in some individuals. Tacrine can be used for researching Alzheimer's disease (AD)[1][2][3].

 Names

Name tacrine
Synonym More Synonyms

 Chemical & Physical Properties

Density 1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling Point 353.8±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting Point 283-284ºC
Molecular Formula C13H14N2
Molecular Weight 198.264
Flash Point 167.8±27.9 °C
Exact Mass 198.115692
PSA 38.91000
LogP 1.78
Vapour Pressure 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Index of Refraction 1.682

 MSDS

Name: 9-Amino-1 2 3 4-tetrahydroacridine hydrochloride hydrate 99+% (tlc) Material Safety Data Sheet
Synonym: THA; Tacrine hydrochlorid
CAS: 321-64-2
Section 1 - Chemical Product MSDS Name:9-Amino-1 2 3 4-tetrahydroacridine hydrochloride hydrate 99+% (tlc) Material Safety Data Sheet
Synonym:THA; Tacrine hydrochlorid

Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS# Chemical Name content EINECS#
321-64-2 9-Amino-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroacridine hyd 99+% 206-291-2
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases: 25

Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Toxic if swallowed.The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
No information found.

Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Get medical aid immediately. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:

Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 321-64-2: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State: Solid
Color: white
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 283 - 284 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: soluble in water
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: C13H14N2.HCl.xH2O
Molecular Weight: 234.72

Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 321-64-2: AR9532100 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 321-64-2: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 39800 ug/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 70 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
9-Amino-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroacridine hydrochloride hydrate - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION


Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION

IATA
Shipping Name: TOXIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2811
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: TOXIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2811
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: TOXIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2811
Packing group: III

Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases:
R 25 Toxic if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with
plenty of water.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 321-64-2: No information available.
Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 321-64-2 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 321-64-2 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.


SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A

 Toxicological Information

CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION

RTECS NUMBER :
AR9532100
CHEMICAL NAME :
Acridine, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-9-amino-
CAS REGISTRY NUMBER :
321-64-2
BEILSTEIN REFERENCE NO. :
0147610
LAST UPDATED :
199707
DATA ITEMS CITED :
17
MOLECULAR FORMULA :
C13-H14-N2
MOLECULAR WEIGHT :
198.29
WISWESSER LINE NOTATION :
T C666 BNT&&J IZ

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY DATA

TYPE OF TEST :
TDLo - Lowest published toxic dose
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Oral
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Human - woman
DOSE/DURATION :
294 mg/kg/14W-I
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Liver - fatty liver degeneration Liver - liver function tests impaired Blood - changes in cell count (unspecified)
TYPE OF TEST :
TDLo - Lowest published toxic dose
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Oral
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Human - woman
DOSE/DURATION :
84 mg/kg/6W-I
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Liver - hepatitis (hepatocellular necrosis), zonal Liver - liver function tests impaired
TYPE OF TEST :
TDLo - Lowest published toxic dose
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Oral
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Human - man
DOSE/DURATION :
176 mg/kg/7W-I
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Gastrointestinal - nausea or vomiting Liver - liver function tests impaired
TYPE OF TEST :
LD50 - Lethal dose, 50 percent kill
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Oral
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Rodent - rat
DOSE/DURATION :
70 mg/kg
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Details of toxic effects not reported other than lethal dose value
TYPE OF TEST :
LD50 - Lethal dose, 50 percent kill
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Intraperitoneal
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Rodent - rat
DOSE/DURATION :
30 mg/kg
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Biochemical - Enzyme inhibition, induction, or change in blood or tissue levels - true cholinesterase
TYPE OF TEST :
LDLo - Lowest published lethal dose
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Intravenous
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Rodent - rat
DOSE/DURATION :
20 mg/kg
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Details of toxic effects not reported other than lethal dose value
TYPE OF TEST :
LD50 - Lethal dose, 50 percent kill
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Intramuscular
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Rodent - rat
DOSE/DURATION :
34 mg/kg
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Details of toxic effects not reported other than lethal dose value
TYPE OF TEST :
LD50 - Lethal dose, 50 percent kill
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Oral
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Rodent - mouse
DOSE/DURATION :
39800 ug/kg
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Details of toxic effects not reported other than lethal dose value
TYPE OF TEST :
LD50 - Lethal dose, 50 percent kill
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Intraperitoneal
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Rodent - mouse
DOSE/DURATION :
20 mg/kg
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Details of toxic effects not reported other than lethal dose value
TYPE OF TEST :
LD50 - Lethal dose, 50 percent kill
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Subcutaneous
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Rodent - mouse
DOSE/DURATION :
25 mg/kg
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Details of toxic effects not reported other than lethal dose value
TYPE OF TEST :
LD50 - Lethal dose, 50 percent kill
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Intramuscular
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Rodent - mouse
DOSE/DURATION :
29 mg/kg
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Details of toxic effects not reported other than lethal dose value
TYPE OF TEST :
LD50 - Lethal dose, 50 percent kill
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Unreported
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Mammal - species unspecified
DOSE/DURATION :
31 mg/kg
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Behavioral - euphoria Behavioral - antipsychotic
TYPE OF TEST :
TDLo - Lowest published toxic dose
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :
Oral
SPECIES OBSERVED :
Rodent - rat
DOSE/DURATION :
620 mg/kg/18W-C
TOXIC EFFECTS :
Nutritional and Gross Metabolic - weight loss or decreased weight gain
TYPE OF TEST :
Cytogenetic analysis

MUTATION DATA

TEST SYSTEM :
Rodent - mouse
DOSE/DURATION :
100 mg/kg
REFERENCE :
ACNSAX Activitas Nervosa Superior. (Avicenum, Malostranske nam. 28, Prague 1, Czechoslovakia) V.1- 1959- Volume(issue)/page/year: 26,84,1984

 Safety Information

Hazard Codes T
Risk Phrases R25
HS Code 2933990090

 Synthetic Route

 Customs

HS Code 2933990090
Summary 2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

 Synonyms

EINECS 206-291-2
MFCD00046923
9-Acridinamine, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-
1,2,3,4-TETRAHYDRO-9-ACRIDINAMINE
9-Amino-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroacridine
Tetrahydroaminocrine
Tenakrin
1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-5-aminoacridine
Cognex
4-Amino-2,3-tetramethylenequinoline
Tetrahydroaminocrin
1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-9-amino-acridine
Tetrahydroaminacrine
1,2,3,4-tetrahdyroacridin-9-amine
1,2,3,4-tetrahydroacridin-9-amine
Romotal
Tetrahydroaminoacridine
Tacrine
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