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Subtilisins |
CAS
1395-21-7 (BPN) 9014-01-1 (Carlsburg) |
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RTECS
CO9450000 (BPN) CO9550000 (Carlsburg) |
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Synonyms & Trade Names Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus subtilis BPN, Bacillus subtilis Carlsburg, Proteolytic enzymes, Subtilisin BPN, Subtilisin Carlsburg [Note: Commercial proteolytic enzymes are used in laundry detergents.] |
DOT ID & Guide |
Exposure
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NIOSH REL: ST 0.00006 mg/m3 [60-minute] | ||
OSHA PEL†: none | |||
IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion |
Physical Description Light-colored, free-flowing powders. [Note: A protein containing numerous amino acids.] |
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MW: 28,000 (approx) |
BP: ? |
MLT: ? |
Sol: ? |
VP: 0 mmHg (approx) |
IP: NA |
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Sp.Gr: ? |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities None reported |
Measurement Methods None available See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection) Skin: Prevent skin contact Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: When contaminated Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: Daily |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Soap wash Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; respiratory sensitization (enzyme asthma): sweating, headache, chest pain, flu-like symptoms, cough, breathlessness, wheezing | |
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system |
See also: INTRODUCTION |