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Iminodiacetic acid

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[Flash Point]

178
[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. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
[Ingestion]

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. 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. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
[Skin]

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation.
[Ingestion]

Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36
[UN (DOT)]

3261
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[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.
[Poison Class]

3
[Appearance]

Slightly beige, crystalline powder.
[Solubility in water]

24.3 g/L
[Melting Point]

247
[Boiling Point]

371
[Vapor Pressure]

2E-6 (25 C)
[pKa/pKb]

1.90 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

-1.4
[Heat Of Vaporization]

67.8 kJ/mol
[Heat Of Combustion]

-1642 kJ/mol
[Usage]

Has been suggested as intermediate in manufacture of complex salts, chelating agents.
[Product Name]

Iminodiacetic acid
[Synonyms]

((Carboxymethyl)amino)acetic acid
Aminodiacetic acid
Diglycine
Iminobis(acetic acid)
Iminodiethanoic acid
N-(Carboxymethyl)glycine
[CAS]

"CASEN_142-73-4.htm">142-73-4
[Formula]

C4H7NO4
[Molecular Weight]

133.1
[EINECS]

205-555-4
[RTECS]

AI2975000
[RTECS Class]

Other
[Merck]

13,4940
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

878499
[Beilstein Reference]

4-04-00-02428
[EC Class]

irritant
[Small spills/leaks]

Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. 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.
[Disposal Code]

4
[Stability]

Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.
[UN Number]

3261
[HS Code]

2922 49 95