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CAS No.: 59-43-8
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🛡️ Hazard Overview

  • GHS Class: None
  • Signal Word: Not applicable
  • Hazard Statements: None

🧤 PPE Guidelines

  • Gloves: Chemical‑resistant gloves suggested
  • Eye Protection: Safety goggles suggested
  • Respirator: Dust respirator if dust occurs

❄️ Storage

  • Storage Temp: -20°C (-4°F) Keep dry

🚑 Emergency First Aid

  • For inhalation, skin, eye or ingestion exposure, please refer to full SDS Section 4.

GHS 16 Safety Standard Sections

Product identifier

  • Product Name: Thiamine monochloride
  • Catalog Number: S4486
  • CAS Number: 59-43-8
  • IUPAC Name: Thiazolium, 3-​[(4-​amino-​2-​methyl-​5-​pyrimidinyl)​methyl]​-​5-​(2-​hydroxyethyl)​-​4-​methyl-​, chloride (1:1)

Relevant identified uses and uses advised against

  • Identified uses: For research and development use only; laboratory chemicals; manufacture of substances.
  • Uses advised against: Not for pharmaceutical, household, or other unapproved uses.

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2.1 GHS classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS):
Not classified as a hazardous substance according to GHS.

2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Hazard Pictogram(s):
None.
Signal Word:
Not applicable
Hazard statement(s):
None.
Precautionary statement(s):
None.

2.3 Other hazards
None.

3.1 Substances
Product name: Thiamine monochloride
CAS Number: 59-43-8
PubChem CID: 1130
Molecular formula: C12H17N4OS+
Molecular weight: 265.36 g/mol
IUPAC name: 2-[3-[(4-amino-2-methylpyrimidin-5-yl)methyl]-4-methyl-1,3-thiazol-3-ium-5-yl]ethanol

3.2 Mixtures
Not applicable (pure substance).

4.1 Description of first aid measures
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Skin contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
Eye contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel. Seek medical attention.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
See Section 11 (Toxicological Information).

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat symptomatically. Contact a poison control center or physician for severe exposure.

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide (CO2), alcohol-resistant foam.
Unsuitable: None known.

5.2 Specific hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Combustible. Heating may produce toxic fumes.

5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective clothing.
Fight fire from upwind. Cool containers with water spray until fire is extinguished.

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8).
Avoid breathing dust/vapor. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Keep people away from and upwind of spill.

6.2 Environmental precautions
Prevent product from entering drains, waterways, or soil.
Contain spill with inert absorbent material.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
SRP: Criteria for land treatment or burial (sanitary landfill) disposal practices are subject to significant revision. Prior to implementing land disposal of waste residue (including waste sludge), consult with environmental regulatory agencies for guidance on acceptable disposal practices.

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
The drug is not highly susceptible to atmospheric oxidation but should be protected from air and light. Thiamine hydrochloride tablets should be stored in tight, light-resistant containers at a temperature less than 40 degrees C, preferably between 15-30 degrees C. Thiamine hydrochloride injection should be protected from light and stored at a temperature less than 40 degrees C, preferably between 15-30 degrees C; freezing should be avoided.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
The drug is not highly susceptible to atmospheric oxidation but should be protected from air and light. Thiamine hydrochloride tablets should be stored in tight, light-resistant containers at a temperature less than 40 degrees C, preferably between 15-30 degrees C. Thiamine hydrochloride injection should be protected from light and stored at a temperature less than 40 degrees C, preferably between 15-30 degrees C; freezing should be avoided.
Store away from incompatible materials (see Section 10).
[Note: Specific storage temperature not available in public databases. Refer to supplier Certificate of Analysis (COA) for exact storage conditions.]

8.1 Exposure controls
8.1.1 Occupational exposure limits (OEL)
OSHA PEL: Not established.
ACGIH TLV: Not established.
NIOSH REL: Not established.
No occupational exposure limit values are established for this substance.
Use the lowest feasible exposure level (ALARA principle).

8.1.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Use in a well-ventilated area. Chemical fume hood recommended for powder handling.

8.2 Individual protection measures
8.2.1 Eye/face protection
Wear safety glasses with side shields.
8.2.2 Skin protection
Wear protective gloves. Recommended material: Nitrile rubber.
Wear suitable protective clothing (lab coat).
8.2.3 Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection usually not required under normal use with adequate ventilation.
Use N95 respirator for large-scale powder handling.
8.2.4 Thermal hazards
Not applicable.

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance: Solid with a slight odor; [HSDB] Crystals; [Avocado Research MSDS]
b) Odor: SLIGHT, CHARACTERISTIC
c) Odor threshold: No data available
d) pH: No data available
e) Melting point/freezing point: 164 °C
f) Initial boiling point and boiling range: No data available
g) Flash point: No data available
h) Evaporation rate: No data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas): No data available
j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: No data available
k) Vapor pressure: No data available
l) Vapor density: No data available
m) Relative density: No data available
n) Water solubility: SLIGHTLY SOL IN ALC & CHLOROFORM /MONONITRATE/
o) Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: Log P (n-octanol/water): 1
p) Auto-ignition temperature: No data available
q) Decomposition temperature: No data available
r) Viscosity: No data available
s) Explosive properties: No data available
t) Oxidizing properties: No data available

9.2 Other information
Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA): 104 Ų
Complexity: 268

10.1 Reactivity
No specific reactivity hazards identified under normal handling conditions.

10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No hazardous reactions under normal conditions.

10.4 Conditions to avoid
Avoid heat, sparks, open flames, direct sunlight, and moisture.
Avoid strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Thermal decomposition may produce: Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO₂), Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Sulfur oxides (SOx).
See also Section 5 (Fire-fighting measures) for combustion products.

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity:
No acute toxicity data available.
Skin corrosion/irritation:
No data available.
Serious eye damage/eye irritation:
No data available.
Respiratory or skin sensitization:
No data available.
Germ cell mutagenicity:
No data available.
Carcinogenicity:
No data available.
Reproductive toxicity:
No data available.
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure):
No data available.
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure):
No data available.
Aspiration hazard:
No data available.

11.2 Additional information
Carcinogen classification:
No indication of carcinogenicity to humans (not listed by IARC).
Exposure routes:
Oral; parenteral (intravenous, intramuscular).
Absorbed mainly from duodenum, by both active and passive processes
Data source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB) via PubChem.

12.1 Toxicity
Vitamin B1 is found in all plants and animals; however, most organisms contain only low concentrations(1,2). It is found intracellularly in microorganisms, in plants (although unevenly distributed), and in tissue of animals, with the highest amounts occurring in the heart, kidney, liver, and brain(1). In plants, vitamin B1 occurs predominantly as free thiamine and in animals it occurs almost entirely in phophorylated forms, mainly thiamine pyrophosphate(2). It is biosynthesized by microorganisms and plants. Dietary sources include whole grains, meat products, vegetables, milk, legumes and fruit. Vitamin B1 is also present in rice husks and yeast(3).
Dietary Sources of Vitamin B1(1). [Table#839]
Whole grain cereals, legumes such as beans and lentils, nuts, lean pork and yeast are rich sources of vitamin B1(1). [Table#840]
Natural sources of vitamin B1 include whole cereal grains althouth processing of grains greatly reduces their thiamin content(1)/
Vitamin B1 concentration range of 18.2 to 212.1 ug/L was reported in breast milk samples from Manila in a 1962 study of apparently healthy mothers. In another study, the mean vitamin B1 content of breast milk in women from India, Thailand, and the US was 153, 93-149, and 142 ug/L, respectively(1).
NIOSH (NOES Survey 1981-1983) has statistically estimated that 18,939 workers (9.502 of these were female) were potentially exposed to vitamin B1 in the US(1).
In the US, the average dietary intake for thiamine for young adult men is abou

12.2 Persistence and degradability
No data available.

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Log P (n-octanol/water): 1
Low potential for bioaccumulation (Log P < 3).

12.4 Mobility in soil
No data available.

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available.

12.6 Other adverse effects
No other adverse ecological effects identified.

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Waste Treatment Methods: Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with national and local regulations. Leave chemicals in original containers and do not mix with other waste. Handle uncleaned containers in the same manner as the product itself.

14.1 UN number
Not regulated as dangerous goods (research quantities typically exempt).

14.2 UN proper shipping name
Not subject to transport regulations (small quantities for research use).

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Not classified as dangerous goods for transport (research quantities).

14.4 Packing group
Not applicable (not regulated as dangerous goods in typical research quantities).

14.5 Environmental hazards
Marine pollutant: No (not classified as environmentally hazardous per GHS).

14.6 Special precautions for user
Transport in original packaging. Ensure containers are tightly sealed.
For bulk or commercial quantities, consult applicable transport regulations (DOT, IATA, IMDG).

14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable.

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
US EPA / TSCA: Subject to EPA TSCA regulations
EU ECHA / REACH: Not available in public databases.

SARA 302 Components:
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
SARA 313 Components:
This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.
SARA 311/312 Hazards:
No SARA Hazards.

Massachusetts Right To Know Components:
No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components:
No components are subject to the Pennsylvania Right to Know Act.
New Jersey Right To Know Components:
No components are subject to the New Jersey Right to Know Act.

California Prop. 65 Components:
This product does not contain any chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

Other regulatory listings:
- The Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals: Chemical: Thiazolium, 3-[(4-amino-2-methyl-5-pyrimidinyl)methyl]-5-(2-hydroxyethyl)-4-methyl-, chloride (1:1)

15.2 Chemical safety assessment
A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out for this substance.
For research-use-only compounds, no CSA is required under REACH Annex I.

Revision Date: 2026/09/09
Further Information: The information provided is believed to be correct but is not exhaustive and should be used only as a guideline based on current knowledge. It does not represent a guarantee of the properties of the product. Selleck Chemicals Corporation and its Affiliates shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or contact with the product.

Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.