| [Flash Point] 375 | |
| [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. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. | |
| [Ingestion] Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended. | |
| [Inhalation] If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention. | |
| [Skin] Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse. | |
| [Eyes] If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store at around 20 C. Store protected from moisture. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Wash clothing before reuse. | |
| [Inhalation] Cough, tachypnea, and wheezing are common after inhalation. | |
| [Skin] Redness, swelling and pain may occur. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis | |
| [Ingestion] Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea are possible if ingested. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 36/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36 | |
| [Personal Protection] 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. Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR §1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | |
| [Exposure Effects] Effects may be delayed. | |
| [Poison Class] - | |
| [Appearance] Clear, yellow to brown liquid - 50% by weight in water. | |
| [Solubility in water] Very soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 130 - 132 | |
| [Boiling Point] 674 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 5E-21 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 1.24 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [pKa/pKb] 3.35 (pKa) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] -3.18 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 113.2 kJ/mol | |
| [Usage] Component in ccleaning and striping formulations. | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.42 (20 C) | |
| [Product Name] Gluconic acid | |
| [Synonyms] (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-Pentahydroxyhexanoic acid D-Gluconic acid | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_526-95-4.htm">526-95-4 | |
| [Formula] C6H12O7 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 196.16 | |
| [EINECS] 208-401-4 | |
| [RTECS] LZ5057100 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Merck] 13,4469 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1726055 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-03-00-01255 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately while using the appropriate protective equipment. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Stability] Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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