Methacrylic anhydride

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

8.83 mm Hg

LC50 (mice) = 450 mg/m3/2h

Yes

Skin burns

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:

• Contact urticaria