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Molekula beta-Propiolactone (68711089)

Chemical Name: Propiolactone

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Base Chemicals Functions
CAS No.
57-57-8
EC No.
200-340-1
Molecular Structure

Molekula beta-Propiolactone (68711089) - Molecular Structure

Applications & Uses

Base Chemicals End Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
colourless liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight72.06--
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
2-Methyl-B-Propiolactonemax. 3%-
Acetic Acidmax. 0.5%-
Acetic Anhydridemax. 0.5%-
Acrylic Acidmax. 0.5%-
B-Propiolactonemin. 98.5%-
Magnesium Content (Mg)max. 0.5%-
Total Impuritiesmax. 5%-

Safety & Health

Hazard Statements
  • H315 : Causes skin irritation
  • H319 : Causes serious eye irritation
  • H330 : Fatal if inhaled
  • H350 : May cause cancer
Precautionary Statements
  • P201 : Obtain special instructions before use
  • P260 : Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
  • P280 : Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P284 : Wear respiratory protection
  • P305+351+338 : IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing
  • P308+313 : IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention

Storage & Handling

Storage Temperature
-15 to -20°C