Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid
Agent Name
Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid
CAS Number
1759-53-1
Formula
C4-H6-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Carboxycyclopropane; Cyclopropionic acid; [ChemIDplus] CPC-acid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] UN3265
Category
Organic Acids
Description
Clear light yellow liquid; mp = 14-17 deg C; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as an intermediate for agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and other organic chemicals; [REPROTOX]
Comments
Intraperitoneal LD50 (mouse) = 172 mg/kg; [RTECS] Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
1.53 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive liquid, acidic, organic, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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