Ethanesulfonic acid
Agent Name
Ethanesulfonic acid
CAS Number
594-45-6
Formula
C2-H6-O3-S
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Ethane sulfonate; Ethanesulphonic acid; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Sulfonic Acids, Alkyl
Description
Clear light yellow liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; Harmful by ingestion; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Methanesulfonic acid."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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