Identification
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Product Information
- Product Name
- (±)-6-Hydroxy-2,5,7,8-tetramethylchromane-2-carboxylic acid
- Product Code
- 238813
- Chemical Name
- 6-hydroxy-2,5,7,8-tetramethylchromane-2-carboxylic acid
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 53188-07-1 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 258-422-8 Check regulations →
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Sigma-Aldrich Inc.
manufacturer
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Hazard Identification
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Hazard Classifications
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
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Formula : C14H18O4 Aldrich - 238813
Molecular weight : 250.29 g/mol CAS-No. : 53188-07-1 EC-No. : 258-422-8
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
fresh air.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.
make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult doctor if feeling unwell.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water Foam Carbon dioxide (CO2) Dry powder
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
Carbon oxides. Combustible. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.
In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
Firefighter Protection
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Take up dry. Clean up affected area.
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Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
For precautions see section 2.2.
Tightly closed. Dry.
Exposure Controls / PPE
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Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses
required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system.
Do not let product enter drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .
The following applies in general to flammable organic substances and mixtures: in correspondingly fine distribution, when whirled up a dust explosion potential may generally be assumed.
No data available
no information available
Strong oxidizing agents
In the event of fire: see section 5
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for (±)-6-Hydroxy-2,5,7,8-tetramethylchromane-2-carboxylic acid?
The signal word is no signal word.
What is the physical form of (±)-6-Hydroxy-2,5,7,8-tetramethylchromane-2-carboxylic acid?
(±)-6-Hydroxy-2,5,7,8-tetramethylchromane-2-carboxylic acid is a powder appearing as form: powder color: beige with beige color. It has no data available odor.
What is (±)-6-Hydroxy-2,5,7,8-tetramethylchromane-2-carboxylic acid used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
What is the melting point of (±)-6-Hydroxy-2,5,7,8-tetramethylchromane-2-carboxylic acid?
The melting point is 187 - 189 °C (369 - 372 °F) and the boiling point is No data available.