Overview
A high-purity uncategorised supplied by Molekula across research and bulk scale.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light yellow crystalline powder |
| Colour | ≤ 25 Hazen |
| Assay | ≥ 99.5% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 5ppm |
| Solidifying point | ≥ 52.5°C |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 103 C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 108-31-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H2O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 98.057 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=O)OC1=O |
| EC / UN Number | 2215 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29171410 |
| Tariff Code | 2917140000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH071 Corrosive to the respiratory tract
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is maleic anhydride used for?
Maleic anhydride is primarily used in the production of unsaturated polyester resins, alkyd resins, and copolymers for applications in coatings, adhesives, and plastics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of maleic anhydride?
The chemical formula is C4H2O3, and the molecular weight is 98.057 g/mol.
How should maleic anhydride be stored?
Maleic anhydride should be stored at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of maleic anhydride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies maleic anhydride in technical grade, suitable for industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply maleic anhydride in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply maleic anhydride in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and logistics.
What documentation comes with a maleic anhydride order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with GHS standards.
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