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Maleic anhydride

CAS 108-31-6
EC 203-571-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Maleic anhydride
Product Code
H66064

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
108-31-6 Check regulations →
EC Number
203-571-6 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

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

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

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

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.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Maleic anhydride EC: 203-571-6 108-31-6 --- 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.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

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

Handle under dry protective gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace. Prevent formation of dust.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store under dry inert gas. Protect from humidity and water.

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

Tightly sealed goggles. Full face protection

Respiratory

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

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Melting Point
52-56 °C (126-133 °F)
Crystallisation Point
---
Appearance
Briquettes
Odor
Not determined
Ph
Not applicable.
Cloud Point
---
Form
Briquettes
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Colour
White
Relative Density
Not determined.
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Explosive Limits
---
Molecular Weight
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Physical State Data
solid
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Properties Status
---
Upper Explosive Limit
7.1 Vol %
Flash Point
103 °C (217 °F)
Solubility
---
Density
1.48 g/cm³ (12.351 lbs/gal)
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Physical State
Briquettes
Solubility In Water
Hydrolyzes
Solidification Point
---
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Flammability
Not determined.
Colour Intensity
---
Freezing Point
---
Voc Content
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
0.2 hPa
Softening Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
1.4 Vol %
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Auto Ignition Temperature
380 °C (716 °F)
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Boiling Point
202 °C (396 °F)
Bulk Density
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

Reacts with strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Acids, Oxidizing agents, Bases, Water/moisture, Reducing agents, Amines, Alkali metals

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.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN2215
Shipping Name
Maleic anhydride
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
III
ADR

Warning: Corrosive substances

IMDG

Warning: Corrosive substances

IATA

Warning: Corrosive substances

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed

For use only by technically qualified individuals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Maleic anhydride?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Maleic anhydride?

Maleic anhydride is a briquettes appearing as briquettes with white color. It has not determined odor.

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 °C (126-133 °F) and the boiling point is 202 °C (396 °F).