cantharidin (56-25-7)

Identification
Name:	cantharidin
Synonyms:	Dimethyl-3,6-epoxyperhydrophthalic anhydride; (1R,2S,3R,6S)-1,2-Dimethyl-3,6-epoxycyclohexane-1,2-dicarboxylic anhydride
CAS:	56-25-7
EINECS:	200-263-3
Molecular Formula:	C10H12O4
Molecular Weight:	196.2
InChI:	InChI=1/C10H12O4/c1-9-5-3-4-6(13-5)10(9,2)8(12)14-7(9)11/h5-6H,3-4H2,1-2H3/t5-,6+,9+,10-
Molecular Structure:
Properties
Transport:	UN 2811
Flash Point:	326.9°Cat760mmHg
Boiling Point:	326.9°Cat760mmHg
Density:	1.362g/cm3
Stability:	Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
Refractive index:	1.547
Solubility:	insoluble in cold water
Appearance:	White crystals.
Specification:	1.General Description: Brown to black powder or plates or scales. Formerly used as a counterirritant and vesicant. Used for the removal of warts. Used as an experimental anti tumor agent. Active ingredient in spanish fly, a reputed aphrodisiac. 2.Reactivity Profile: Organic anhydrides, such as Cantharidin, are incompatible with acids, strong oxidizing agents, alcohols, amines, and bases. 3.Health Hazard :Cantharidin is classified as super toxic. Probable oral lethal dose in humans is less than 5 mg/kg or a taste of less than 7 drops for a 70 kg (150 lb.) person. It is very toxic by absorption through skin. 4.Fire Hazard: When heated to decomposition Cantharidin emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
Packinggroup:	I
Flash Point:	326.9°Cat760mmHg
Storage Temperature:	Keep in a sealed container. Place in a poison cabinet with controlled access.
Color:	Orthorhombic plates, scales
Usage:	Used for the removal of warts.
Safety Data
Hazard Symbols	T+:Verytoxic

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Cantharidin