HBA (2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid)
C4H8O3
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| Identification |
Typical Properties of HBA |
| Molecular Formula |
C4H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight |
104.11 |
| Structured Formula |
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| TSCA NO. |
Registered |
| CAS NO. |
594-61-6 |
| EINICS Co. |
209-848-8 |
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| Appearance |
Colorless crystal |
| Boiling Point (°C/0.1013MPa) |
212 |
| Melting Point (°C) |
80~83 |
| Flash Point (°C, Tag Close) |
126 |
| Specific Gravity (100°C/20°C) |
1.051 |
| Solubility |
Soluble in water |
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| Sales Specification |
| Concentration (wt% by titration) - 50±2 wt% aq.solution |
| Uses |
| Intermediates for Pharmaceutical, Agrochemical, Photochemicals etc. |
| Packing |
Health Hazard Information of HBA |
Drum
(200Kg Net 50wt% aq.solution) |
| Acute Toxicity |
LD50(Oral-rat)>2000mg/kg |
| Primary Skin Irritation |
Irritation P.I.I=3.2 |
| Mutagencity |
Negative (Ames Test) |
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| Precautions For Safe Handling And Use |
| Disposal Information |
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Small Spill |
Make the spilled materials absorb into suitable absorbent and then burn out. |
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Large spill |
Dam the spilled materials and remove them to a safe place. Then clean in the same way as a "Small Spill" |
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Disposal |
Burn out in a way which is in accordance with federal, state and local regulations |
| Health Safety Precautions |
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing |
| First Aid |
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If Inhaled |
Remove to fresh air immediately. Call a Doctor. |
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Skin Contact |
Wash skin thoroughly with plenty of soap and water while removing contaminated clothes and shoes. |
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Eye Contact |
Wash eyes immediately with large amounts of water or normal saline, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids, until no evidence of chemical remains. Get medical attention if needed. |
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If Swallowed |
If vomiting occurs, keep head lower than hops to help prevent aspiration. Get medical attention if needed. |
| Storage Conditions |
Store in a tightly closed container. Keep separate from incompatible substances. |
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