2,3-Dibromosuccinic acid
Agent Name
2,3-Dibromosuccinic acid
CAS Number
526-78-3
Formula
C4-H4-Br2-O4
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
sym.-Dibromosuccinic acid; Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dibromo-; Succinic acid, 2,3-dibromo- (8CI); [ChemIDplus] 2,3-Dibromobutanedioic acid; alpha, alpha'-Dibromosuccinic acid; [Merck Index]
Category
Organic Acids
Description
Solid; [Merck Index] White crystals.
Comments
Causes burns and lachrymation; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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