Emetine hydrochloride
[CAS# 316-42-7]

Identification

• Classification: API >> Antiparasitic drug >> Anti-amebiasis and anti-trichomoniasis drugs
• Name: Emetine hydrochloride
• Synonyms: Hemometina; l-Emetine dihydrochloride
• Molecular Formula: C₂₉H₄₀N₂O₄^.2(HCl)
• Molecular Weight: 553.57
• CAS Registry Number: 316-42-7
• EC Number: 206-259-8

Properties

• Melting point: 235-255 ºC^*

^* "Drugs - Synonyms and Properties" data were obtained from Ashgate Publishing Co. (US)

Safety Data

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Skin irritation	Skin Irrit.	2	H315
Eye irritation	Eye Irrit.	2	H319
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure	STOT SE	3	H335
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	2	H300
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	1	H300