Isobutyric anhydride
Agent Name
Isobutyric anhydride
Alternative Name
2-Methylpropanoic anhydride
CAS Number
97-72-3
Formula
C8-H14-O3
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Isobutyric acid anhydride; Isobutyryl anhydride; Propanoic acid, 2-methyl-, anhydride; 2-Methylpropanoic anhydride; [ChemIDplus] UN2530
Category
Acid Anhydrides, Other
Description
Colorless liquid; [CHEMINFO]
Sources/Uses
Used as a chemical intermediate and flavor/aroma enhancer; [HSDB] Used for the esterification of cellulose and sucrose and to make odorants, peroxide catalysts, flavors, and perfumes; [CHEMINFO]
Comments
May cause burns to skin and eyes; [CAMEO] Reacts with moisture of the body to form butyric acid; A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; [CHEMINFO] A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis; Can be absorbed through skin; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
0.5 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
Flash point = 59.4 deg C; [Hawley]
NFPA
high ambient temp required
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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