Trimethylacetic anhydride
Agent Name
Trimethylacetic anhydride
CAS Number
1538-75-6
Formula
C10-H18-O3
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Pivalic anhydride; Propanoic acid, 2,2-dimethyl-, 1,1'-anhydride; Propanoic acid, 2,2-dimethyl-, anhydride; [ChemIDplus] 2,2-Dimethylpropionic anhydride; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] UN2920
Category
Acid Anhydrides, Other
Description
Clear colorless liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "ACID ANHYDRIDES."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive liquid, flammable, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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