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Picric acid

CAS 88-89-1
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Picric acid

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) - Chemical Safety Information

CAS Number: 88-89-1

Product Identification

More information about Picric acid

Basic Product Information

Product Name
Picric acid
Product Code
197378

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
88-89-1 Check regulations

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

Uses Information

Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Overview

Picric acid (CAS: 88-89-1 ) is a solid substance commonly used laboratory chemicals, synthesis of substances.

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Hazard Identification

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Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

danger (Danger)

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Sol. Category 1 H228
Acute Tox. Category 4 H302
Acute Tox. Category 3 H331
Acute Tox. Category 3 H311
GHS02 - Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictogram for chemical safety classificationGHS07 - Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictogram for chemical safety classificationGHS06 - Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictogram for chemical safety classification

Hazard Statements

  • H228: Flammable solid.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H311: Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H331: Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

  • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
  • P240: Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
  • P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment.
  • P261: Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
  • P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
  • P301+P312+P330: IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.
  • P302+P352+P312: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell.
  • P304+P340+P311: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
  • P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
  • P370+P378: In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
  • P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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Physical & Chemical Properties

More about properties
Physical State
solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
solid
Colour
yellow
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
solid
Odor
Not available
Odor Threshold
Not available
Ph
Not available
Melting Point
121 ℃ (250 °F)
Boiling Point
Not available
Flash Point
150 °C (302 ºF) - closed cup
Freezing Point
Not available
Softening Point
Not available
Solidification Point
Not available
Cloud Point
Not available
Crystallisation Point
Not available
Evaporation Rate
Not available
Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
Vapor Pressure
1 hPa (1 mmHg) at 195 ℃ (383 ºF)
Vapor Density
Not available
Relative Density
1.800 g/cm3 at 20 °℃ (68 ºF)
Bulk Density
Not available
Density
Not available
Flammability
The substance or mixture is a flammable solid with the category 1.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not available
Lower Explosive Limit
Not available
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not available
Decomposition Temperature
Not available
Solubility
soluble
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: 1.33
Solubility In Water
soluble
Solubility In Fat
Not available
Kinematic Viscosity
Not available
Dynamic Viscosity
Not available
Surface Tension
Not available
Explosive Properties
Not available
Oxidizing Properties
Not available
Molecular Weight
Not available
Solid Content
Not available
Solvent Content
Not available
Gas Group
Not available
Relative Vapor Density
Not available
Dissociation Constant
Not available
Hydrolysis Rate
Not available
Concentration
Not available
Temperature
Not available
Particle Characteristics
Not available
Particle Size
Not available
Particle Size Distribution
Not available
Particle Shape
Not available
Particle Aspect Ratio
Not available
Particle Aggregation State
Not available
Particle Agglomeration State
Not available
Particle Specific Surface Area
Not available
Particle Dustiness
Not available
Voc Content
Not available
Voc Concentration
Not available
Voc Content Info
Not available
Metal Corrosion
Not available

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for Picric acid?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Picric acid?

Picric acid is a solid appearing as solid with yellow color.

What is the solubility of Picric acid?

soluble

What is Picric acid used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Picric acid?

This substance has 4 hazard statements: H228: Flammable solid. H302: Harmful if swallowed. H311: Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled. H331: Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled.

What is the melting point of Picric acid?

The melting point is 121 ℃ (250 °F) .