Synonym(s): Hydroxyacetic acid
Formula: C2H4O3
Formula weight: 76.05
Purity: 98%
CAS Number: 79-14-1
UN Number: UN3261
Hazard Class: 8
Packing Group: II
Harmonized Tariff Code: 2918.19
Hazard Statements: H314-H318-H302-H332
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful if inhaled.
Precautionary Statements: P280-P305+P351+P338-P309-P310
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
Risk Phrases: 20/22-34
Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Causes burns.
Safety Phrases: 9-20-26-36/37/39-45-60
Keep container in a well ventilated place. When using do not eat or drink. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
Form: White crystalline powder
Density: 1.49
Melting point: 74-80°
Merck: 14,4498
EINECS: 201-180-5
MDL: MFCD00004312
RTECS: MC5250000
Beilstein: 1209322