Synonym(s): Benzene-1,2-dicarboxaldehyde, Phthalaldehyde
Formula: C8H6O2
Formula weight: 134.14
Purity: 98%
CAS Number: 643-79-8
UN Number: UN2923
Hazard Class: 8
Packing Group: II
Harmonized Tariff Code: 2912.29
Hazard Statements: H300-H314-H318-H317
Fatal if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Precautionary Statements: P260-P301+P310-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338-P405-P501a
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Risk Phrases: 25-34-43
Toxic if swallowed. Causes burns. May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Safety Phrases: 26-36/37/39-45-60
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: Yellow crystal powder or lumps
Melting point: 53-57°
Flash point: 132°(269°F)
EINECS: 211-402-2
MDL: MFCD00003335
RTECS: TH6950000
Beilstein: 878317