| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
2-Methyllactic acid | 【Synonyms】
2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropanoic acid
2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropionic acid
2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid
2-Methyllactic acid
Hydroxydimethylacetic acid | 【CAS】
594-61-6 | 【Formula】
C4H8O3 | 【Molecular Weight】
104.11 | 【EINECS】
209-848-8 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1744739 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-03-00-00782 | 【EC Class】
irritant |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
White powder. | 【Solubility in water】
Very soluble | 【Melting Point】
77 | 【Boiling Point】
212 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.04 (25 C) | 【pKa/pKb】
4.01 (pKa) | 【Partition Coefficient】
-.35 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
52.1 kJ/mol | 【Heat Of Combustion】
-1976 kJ/mol |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. | 【Skin】
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Refrigerator (approx 4 C). | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | 【Respirators】
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions. | 【Exposure Effects】
The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
105 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Incompatibilities】
Bases - oxidizing agents - reducing agents. | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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