Hexafluoroglutaric anhydride
Agent Name
Hexafluoroglutaric anhydride
CAS Number
376-68-1
Formula
C5-F6-O3
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
3,3,4,4,5,5-Hexafluorodihydro-2H-pyran-2,6(3H)-dione; [ChemIDplus] UN3265
Category
Acid Anhydrides, Other
Description
Colorless liquid with a pungent odor; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
Reacts with water; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "ACID ANHYDRIDES."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
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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