(R)-(+)-BAY-K8644, 1 mg

From STEMCELL Technologies, this laboratory chemical is the (R)-(+)-enantiomer of Bay K8644, a dihydropyridine derivative supplied as a crystalline solid. It is also known by the synonyms (+)-Bay-K 8644, (+)-Bay-R 4407, NI 105, and R 4407. The substance is identified by CAS Number 98791-67-4 and has the molecular formula C16H15F3N2O4 with a molecular weight of 356.3.

Under the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, the compound is classified as a Category 2 skin irritant and Category 2A serious eye irritant, carrying a "Warning" signal word; it causes skin irritation and serious eye irritation. It is stable under recommended transport and storage conditions and should be kept away from strong oxidizing agents. Hazardous decomposition products include carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, hydrogen fluoride, and nitrogen oxides. Reported solubility values are 50 mg/mL in DMF, 50 mg/mL in DMSO, 50 mg/mL in ethanol, and 0.1 mg/mL in Ethanol:PBS (pH 7.2) at a 1:9 ratio.

Recommended personal protective equipment includes safety glasses with side-shields, impervious gloves, and long-sleeved protective clothing. In case of eye contact, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; in case of skin contact, wash with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention if irritation develops or persists. The supplier, STEMCELL Technologies Canada Inc., is located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; the emergency telephone number is 1-800-667-0322.