[Flash Point] 111 | |
[Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | |
[Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. 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. | |
[Skin] Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water. | |
[Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
[Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | |
[Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
[Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Low hazard for usual industrial handling. | |
[Inhalation] Causes respiratory tract irritation. | |
[Skin] Causes skin irritation. | |
[Eyes] Causes eye irritation. | |
[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 protective 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. | |
[Appearance] White or yellowish crystals or beige powder. | |
[Solubility in water] Very soluble | |
[Melting Point] 115 - 116 | |
[Boiling Point] 237 | |
[Vapor Pressure] 0.016 (25 C) | |
[Density] 1.4105 g/cm3 | |
[pKa/pKb] 4.27 (pKa) | |
[Partition Coefficient] -.24 | |
[Heat Of Vaporization] 52.1 kJ/mol | |
[Heat Of Combustion] -2175 kJ/mol | |
[Product Name] 2-Methylsuccinic acid | |
[Synonyms] ,2-Propanedicarboxylic acid 2-Methylbutane-1,4-dioic acid Methylbutanedioic acid Methylsuccinic acid | |
[CAS] "CASEN_498-21-5.htm">498-21-5 | |
[Formula] C5H8O4 | |
[Molecular Weight] 132.11000000000001 | |
[EINECS] 207-857-1 | |
[Beilstein/Gmelin] 1722946 | |
[Beilstein Reference] 4-02-00-01948 | |
[Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. | |
[Incompatibilities] Oxidizing agents, reducing agents, bases. | |
[Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
[Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. |