Methacrylic anhydride

Agent Name
Methacrylic anhydride
CAS Number
760-93-0
Formula
C8-H10-O3
Major Category
Other Classes
Methacrylic anhydride formula graphical representation
Synonyms
2-Methyl-2-propenoic acid anhydride; 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, anhydride; Methacrylic acid anhydride; Methacryloyl anhydride; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Acid Anhydrides, Other
Description
Liquid; [CAMEO] Colorless liquid; [MSDSonline]
Comments
Reacts with water exothermically producing methacrylic acid; [CAMEO] A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis; May cause skin sensitization; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
8.83 mm Hg
Lethal Concentration
LC50 (mice) = 450 mg/m3/2h

Adverse Effects

Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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