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Maleic anhydride (108-31-6)

Identification
Name:Maleic anhydride
Synonyms:2,5-Furandione; MA; cis-Butenedioic anhydride; Sodium n-amylxanthate; MaleicAnhydride
CAS:108-31-6
EINECS: 203-571-6
Molecular Formula: C4H2O3
Molecular Weight: 98.06
InChI: InChI=1/C4H2O3/c5-3-1-2-4(6)7-3/h1-2H
Molecular Structure: (C4H2O3) 2,5-Furandione; MA; cis-Butenedioic anhydride; Sodium n-amylxanthate; MaleicAnhydride
Properties
Transport:UN 2215 8/PG 3
Density:1.48
Stability:Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with water, strong oxidizing agents, alkali metals, strong bases, amines, most common metals, polymerization catalysts and accelerators.
Refractive index:1.554
Solubility:79 g/100 mL (25 oC)
Appearance:White crystals
Specification:

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Extinguishing Media: Use carbon dioxide. Use alcohol foam. Do NOT use dry powder.?
Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Store protected from moisture.

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Packinggroup: III
Storage Temperature: Store at RT.
Sensitive: Moisture Sensitive
Color: Orthorhombic needles from chloroform; commercial grades furnished in fused form, as briquettes
Colorless needles or white lumps or pellets
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Usage:Maleic Anhydride is heterocyclic compound used in the manufacture of unsaturated polyester resins. Maleic Anhydride has a wide range of other applications; it is used in synthetic tensides, insecticides, herbicides and fungicides.
Safety Data
Hazard Symbols C:Corrosive
 

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