| Product Name: | Fumaric acid | Other Name: | 2-Butenedioic acid (2E)-;Fumaric acid;2-Butenedioic acid (E)-;(2E)-2-Butenedioic acid;Allomaleic acid;Boletic acid;trans-Butenedioic acid;trans-1,2-Ethylenedicarboxylic acid;Lichenic acid;2-Butenedioic acid,(E)-;trans-2-Butenedioic acid;2-(E)-Butenedioic acid;FC 33;(E)-2-Butenedioic acid;FC 33 (acid);(2E)-But-2-enedioic acid;NSC 2752;Petrom;Bakeshure 451;Bakeshure 470;(2E)-But-2-enedioic acid;Fumarates;623158-97-4;909873-99-0 |
| CAS No.: | 110-17-8 | UN No.: | 9126 |
| Molecular Formula: | C4H4O4 | InChIKeys: | InChIKey=VZCYOOQTPOCHFL-OWOJBTEDSA-N |
| Molecular Weight: | 116.07200 | Exact Mass: | 116.07 |
| EC Number: | 203-743-0 | HScode: | 2942000000 |
| Categories: | Acidity Regulators |
| PSA: | 74.60000 | XLogP3: | -0.28820 |
| Appearance: | Fumaric acid appears as a colorless crystalline solid. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit spread to the environment. Combustible, though may be difficult to ignite. Used to make paints and plastics, in food processing and preservation, and for other uses. | Density: | 3 @ Temp: 20 °C”>1.635 g/cm3 @ Temp: 20 °C |
| Melting Point: | 200 °C (sublm) | Boiling Point: | 522 °C |
| Flash Point: | 230ºC | Refractive Index: | 1.526 |
| Water Solubility: | Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 0.63 (poor) | Storage Conditions: | Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. |
| Vapor Pressure: | 1.7 mm Hg ( 165 °C) | Odor: | Odorless |
| Taste: | Fruit acid | PH: | 3,0-3,2 (0,05 % solution at 25 °C) |
| PKA: | 3.03(at 18 °C) |
Classification of the substance or mixture
Eye irritation, Category 2
GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
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| Signal word |
Warning |
| Hazard statement(s) |
H319 Causes serious eye irritation |
| Precautionary statement(s) | |
| Prevention |
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/… |
| Response |
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. |
| Storage |
none |
| Disposal |
none |
Other hazards which do not result in classification
no data available
Precautions for safe handling
NO open flames. PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Separated from oxidizing materials.The bulk material should be stored in a well-closed container in a cool, dry place.

