Name:
Fumaric Acid
Synonym:
trans-Butenedioic acid; Boletic acid; Lichenic acid; Allomaleic acid; (2E)-2-Butenedioic acid, trans-1,2-Ethylenedicarboxylic acid
CAS:
110-17-8
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Fumaric Acid
Synonym:trans-Butenedioic acid; Boletic acid; Lichenic acid; Allomaleic acid; (2E)-2-Butenedioic acid, trans-1,2-Ethylenedicarboxylic acid
Synonym:trans-Butenedioic acid; Boletic acid; Lichenic acid; Allomaleic acid; (2E)-2-Butenedioic acid, trans-1,2-Ethylenedicarboxylic acid
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 110-17-8 | Fumaric acid | >99 | 203-743-0 |
| Hazard Symbols: XI Risk Phrases: 36 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritating to eyes.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes moderate eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes mild skin irritation.
Ingestion:
No hazard expected in normal industrial use.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of dust may cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Not expected to be a chronic hazard.
Irritating to eyes.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes moderate eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes mild skin irritation.
Ingestion:
No hazard expected in normal industrial use.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of dust may cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Not expected to be a chronic hazard.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. This material in sufficient quantity and reduced particle size is capable of creating a dust explosion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. This material in sufficient quantity and reduced particle size is capable of creating a dust explosion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing dust.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing dust.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 110-17-8: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 110-17-8: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Solid
Color: white
Odor: odorless
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 0.000154 mm Hg @ 25 deg C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not applicable.
Freezing/Melting Point: 287 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 375 deg C ( 707.00 deg F)
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: N/A
Explosion Limits, upper: N/A
Decomposition Temperature: 200 deg C subli
Solubility in water: 0.63g/100 g @ 25C
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.625
Molecular Formula: C4H4O4
Molecular Weight: 116.07
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable. However, may decompose if heated. May polymerize.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation, temperatures above 190C, Corrosive to aluminum in aqueous solution..
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents, strong bases, amines.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: May occur.
Stable. However, may decompose if heated. May polymerize.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation, temperatures above 190C, Corrosive to aluminum in aqueous solution..
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents, strong bases, amines.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: May occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 110-17-8: LS9625000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 110-17-8: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild; Oral, rat: LD50 = 9300 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Fumaric acid - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 110-17-8: LS9625000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 110-17-8: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild; Oral, rat: LD50 = 9300 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Fumaric acid - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Other No information available.
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
USA RQ: CAS# 110-17-8: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases:
R 36 Irritating to eyes.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 110-17-8: 1
Canada
CAS# 110-17-8 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 110-17-8 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
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TSCA
CAS# 110-17-8 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
