Iodoacetic anhydride
Agent Name
Iodoacetic anhydride
CAS Number
54907-61-8
Formula
C4-H4-I2-O3
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Acetic acid, iodo-, anhydride; [ChemIDplus] UN3261
Category
Acid Anhydrides, Other
Description
Light yellow crystalline solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; Toxic by ingestion; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Acetic anhydride."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, 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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