Chloromaleic anhydride

Agent Name
Chloromaleic anhydride
CAS Number
96-02-6
Formula
C4-H-Cl-O3
Major Category
Plastics & Rubber
Chloromaleic anhydride formula graphical representation
Synonyms
2-Chloro maleic anhydride; Chloromaleic acid anhydride; alpha-Chloromaleic anhydride; 2,5-Furandione, 3-chloro-; Maleic anhydride, chloro- (8CI); [ChemIDplus]
Category
Acid Anhydrides, Cyclic
Description
Yellow liquid; mp = 10-15 deg C; [Hawley] White solid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as a chemical intermediate and as a catalyst for epoxy resins; [Hawley]
Comments
A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis; May cause skin and respiratory sensitization after prolonged contact; [MSDSonline] See "ACID ANHYDRIDES."
Biomedical References
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Adverse Effects

Asthma
Yes
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns

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