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Dimethyl fumarate

CAS 624-49-7
EC 210-849-0

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Dimethyl fumarate
Product Code
L04610

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
624-49-7 Check regulations →
EC Number
210-849-0 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

800-343-0660

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

After normal business hours

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H312
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H312 Harmful in contact with skin.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Dimethyl fumarate EC: 210-849-0 624-49-7 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

Medical Treatment

Seek medical treatment.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or foam. Water may be ineffective but may be used for cooling exposed containers.

Specific hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

Fire prevention

No information known.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Material of gloves Nitrile rubber, NBR. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Crystalline
Solubility In Fat
---
Colour
White
Flash Point
Not applicable
Explosive Limits
---
Solubility
Insoluble
Density
Not determined
Flammability
Not determined.
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Melting Point
103-104 °C (217-219 °F)
Appearance
Crystalline
Relative Density
Not determined.
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Solidification Point
---
Form
Crystalline
Freezing Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Odor
Not determined
Voc Content
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Solubility In Water
Insoluble
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Metal Corrosion
---
Bulk Density
---
Ph
Not applicable.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Properties Status
---
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Physical State Data
solid
Molecular Weight
---
Cloud Point
---
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Boiling Point
193 °C (379 °F)
Colour Intensity
---
Softening Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Crystallisation Point
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

Disposal

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Dimethyl fumarate?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Dimethyl fumarate?

Dimethyl fumarate is a crystalline appearing as crystalline with white color. It has not determined odor.

What is the solubility of Dimethyl fumarate?

Insoluble

What is Dimethyl fumarate used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Dimethyl fumarate?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H312: Harmful in contact with skin.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of Dimethyl fumarate?

The melting point is 103-104 °C (217-219 °F) and the boiling point is 193 °C (379 °F).