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General Information
Version
7.1
Revision date
2022-06-20
Product name
MALEIC ANHYDRIDE
Product name
MALEIC ANHYDRIDE
Identification on the label/Trade name
Maleic anhydride, molten; Maleic anhydride
Product Synonyms
C4-H2-O3; cis-butenedioic anhydride; 2,5-furandione; maleic acid anhydride; toxilic anhydride
Chemical name
maleic anhydride
CAS No.
108-31-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Used in manufacture of polyester resin, alkyd coating resins, fumaric and tartaric acid production, pesticides, preservatives for oils and fats, permanent press resins (textiles), Diels-Alder reactions
Emergency telephone
+1-703-527-3887, +61 3 9573 3188
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Company Information
company name
InterAtlas Chemical Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H290, H302, H314, H317, H334
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H290
May be corrosive to metals
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.2 Label elements
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Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H290 May be corrosive to metals. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Hazard(s) not otherwise classified Not Applicable
Prevention
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. P234 Keep only in original container. P264 Wash all exposed external body areas thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.
Response
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider/if you feel unwell. P330 Rinse mouth.
Storage
P405 Store locked up. P406 Store in corrosive resistant/ container with a resistant inner liner.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
NFPA 704 diamond Note: The hazard category numbers found in GHS classification in section 2 of this SDSs are NOT to be used to fill in the NFPA 704 diamond. Blue = Health Red = Fire Yellow = Reactivity White = Special (Oxidizer or water reactive substances) Classification Corrosive to Metals Category 1, Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B, Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1, Sensitisation (Skin) Category 1, Sensitisation (Respiratory) Category 1
