| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Butanedioic anhydride | 【Synonyms】
Butanedioic anhydride
Dihydro-2,5-furandione
Oxolane-2,5-dione
Succinyl oxide
Tetrahydro-2,5-dioxofuran
Tetrahydro-2,5-furandione | 【CAS】
108-30-5 | 【Formula】
C4H4O3 | 【Molecular Weight】
100.07 | 【EINECS】
203-570-0 | 【RTECS】
WN0875000 | 【RTECS Class】
Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant | 【Merck】
12,9039 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
108441 | 【Beilstein Reference】
5-17-11-00006 | 【EC Index Number】
607-103-00-5 | 【EC Class】
Irritant |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Colorless needles or white crystalline solid. | 【Solubility in water】
20 g/L | 【Boiling Point】
261 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.012 (25 C) | 【Density】
1.503 g/cm3 | 【Partition Coefficient】
-1.31 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
49.9 kJ/mol | 【Heat Of Combustion】
-1537 kJ/mol | 【Usage】
Acidulant in processed foods. | 【Vapor Density】
3.7 |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause allergic respiratory reaction. | 【Skin】
Causes skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 36/37 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 25 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | 【Respirators】
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | 【Exposure Effects】
May cause cancer according to animal studies. | 【Poison Class】
5 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
122 | 【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. | 【Upper exp. limit】
20.3 | 【Lower exp. limit】
2.7 |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
4 | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents, acids, bases, alcohols, amines, moist air or water. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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