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Maleic anhydride

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Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
Maleic anhydride
Product Code
H66064
Chemical Name
maleinzuuranhydride

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

EC Number

European Community number - used for regulatory compliance in EU/EEA

Uses Information

Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development

Overview

Maleic anhydride (CAS: 108-31-6 ) commonly used su24 scientific research and development.

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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

danger (Danger)

Hazard Classifications

Skin Corr. Category 1B H314
Resp. Sens. Category 1 H334
Acute Tox. Category 4 H302
Skin Sens. Category 1 H317

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

GHS07 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Health hazard warning - Materials harmful to health including irritants and sensitizers

GHS07

GHS05 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Corrosive hazard - Materials that can cause severe skin burns and eye damage

GHS05

GHS08 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Serious health hazard - Carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic to organs

GHS08

GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions

Hazard Statements

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

  • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
  • P284: In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
  • P303+P361+P353: If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
  • 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.

Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain

Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. company logo - Safety Data Sheet supplier organization

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

📍

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

🌍

US

📞

800-343-0660

📠

800-322-4757

24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies

Emergency Contact

📞

800-343-0660

🕒

During normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST)

Carechem 24

📞

866-928-0789

🕒

After normal business hours

Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Product Type

substance

General Composition

Substances

Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
maleinzuuranhydride
EC: 203-571-6
108-31-6 Not specified ✓ Non-hazardous

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

🫁 Inhalation Exposure

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/Swallowing

Seek medical treatment.

Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications

Technical Specifications & Material Properties

Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

📊 Solubility In Water
Hydrolyzes
📊 Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined.
📊 Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
📊 Relative Density
Not determined.
⚖️ Density
1.48 g/cm3 (12.351 lbs/gal)
Critical Property
📊 Explosive Limits
Not available
📊 State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
📊 Softening Point
Not available
💨 Boiling Point
202 ℃ (396 °F)
Critical Property
📊 Crystallisation Point
Not available
🔥 Flash Point
103 °C (217 ºF)
Critical Property
🧪 Physical State
Not available
📊 Voc Content
Not available
📊 Upper Explosive Limit
7.1 Vol %
📊 Freezing Point
Not available
📊 Bulk Density
Not available
📊 Cloud Point
Not available
📊 Physical State Data
solid
🧪 Ph
Not applicable.
🔥 Flammability
Not determined.
👃 Odor
Not determined
📊 Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
📊 Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
📊 Vapor Density
Not applicable.
📊 Properties Status
Not available
💧 Solubility
Not available
📊 Metal Corrosion
Not available
🎨 Colour
White
📊 Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
📊 Molecular Weight
Not available
📊 Solidification Point
Not available
📊 Solubility In Fat
Not available
📊 Lower Explosive Limit
1.4 Vol %
📊 Odor Threshold
Not determined.
🧊 Melting Point
52-56 ℃ (126-133 ºF)
Critical Property
💨 Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
💨 Vapor Pressure
0.2 hPa
📊 Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
📊 Colour Intensity
Not available
📊 Form
Briquettes
👁️ Appearance
Not available

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

🏭 Engineering Controls

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

🧤 Hand Protection

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.

👁️ Eye Protection

Tightly sealed goggles. Full face protection.

😷 Respiratory Protection

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with type P100 (USA) or P3 (EN 143) cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. Risk assessment should be performed to determine if air-purifying respirators are appropriate. 'Only use equipment tested and approved under appropriate government standards.

🦺 Skin/Body Protection

Protective work clothing.

Transportation & Shipping Information

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

🏷️ UN Number

UN2215

📦 Proper Shipping Name

Maleic anhydride

⚠️ Transport Hazard Class

8

📋 Packing Group

III

🚛 ADR Transport Precautions

Warning: Corrosive substances

🚢 IMDG Maritime Transport Precautions

Warning: Corrosive substances

✈️ IATA Air Transport Precautions

Warning: Corrosive substances

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance

What is the hazard signal word for Maleic anhydride?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is Maleic anhydride used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Maleic anhydride?

This substance has 4 hazard statements: H302: Harmful if swallowed. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.

What is the melting point of Maleic anhydride?

The melting point is 52-56 ℃ (126-133 ºF) and the boiling point is 202 ℃ (396 °F).