FUMARIC ACID | ICSC: 1173 (June 2011) |
(E)-2-Butenedioic acid trans-1,2-Ethylenedicarboxylic acid Allomaleic acid Boletic acid |
CAS #: 110-17-8 |
EC Number: 203-743-0 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air. | NO open flames. Prevent deposition of dust. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. | Use water spray, dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria WARNING
Causes eye irritationHarmful to aquatic life Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from oxidizing materials. | |
PACKAGING | |
FUMARIC ACID | ICSC: 1173 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Formula: C4H4O4 / COOH-CH=CHCOOH |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xi; R: 36; S: (2)-26 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations Fumaric acid (FAO Nutrition Meetings Report Series 40abc) Fumaric acid (WHO Food Additives Series 6) FUMARIC ACID (JECFA Evaluation)