MALEIC ANHYDRIDE 1. Product Identification Synonyms: cis-Butenedioic anhydride; 2,5-furandione; toxilic anhydride CAS No.: 108-31-6 Molecular Weight: 98.06 Chemical Formula: C4H2O3 Manufacturer info.: Name: Address : Tel:2. Composition/Information on Ingredients Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous --------------------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------- Maleic Anhydride 108-31-6 99.5% Yes 3. Hazards Identification Emergency Overview-------------------------- DANGER! CORROSIVE. CAUSES BURNS TO SKIN AND EYES. MAY CAUSE IRRITATION AND/OR ALLERGIC REACTION IN THE RESPIRATORY TRACT. MELTED MATERIAL CAUSES THERMAL BURNS. MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED.Health Rating: 3 - Severe (Life) Flammability Rating: 1 - Slight Reactivity Rating: 2 - Moderate Contact Rating: 3 - Severe (Corrosive) Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; PROPER GLOVES Storage Color Code: White (Corrosive) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Potential Health Effects---------------------------------- Inhalation:Inhalation of dust or vapor may cause irritation of the nose and throat. Coughing, sneezing, and burning of the throat may be experienced. Can cause allergic respiratory reactions. Ingestion:Corrosive. Toxic. Swallowing can cause sore throat, abdominal pain, and vomiting. May cause burns to the digestive tract. Skin Contact:Corrosive. May not cause immediate burning of the skin, but prolonged contact with moist skin cause reddening and blistering or burns. Eye Contact:Corrosive. Dust or vapor cause burns or irritation of the eyes with swelling. Sensitivity to light and double vision may occur. Chronic Exposure:Repeated inhalation may cause chronic bronchitis of the asthmatic type. Repeated skin contact...
