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FUMARIC ACIDICSC: 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
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
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
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 irritation
Harmful to aquatic life 

Transportation
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
Separated from oxidizing materials. 
PACKAGING
 
FUMARIC ACID ICSC: 1173
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS COLOURLESS CRYSTALLINE POWDER. 

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces corrosive fumes. Reacts violently with strong oxidants. This produces toxic and flammable gases. This generates fire and explosion hazard. 

Formula: C4H4O4 / COOH-CH=CHCOOH
Molecular mass: 116.1
Sublimation point: 200°C
Density (at 20°C): 1.64 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 0.63 (poor)
Auto-ignition temperature: 375°C (powder)
Flash point: 273°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.46 (estimated) 


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes. 

Inhalation risk
A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  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)