| [Flash Point] 314 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. | |
| [Ingestion] Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. Causes gastrointestinal tract irritation. | |
| [Inhalation] Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | |
| [Respirators] Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions. | |
| [Poison Class] 4 | |
| [Appearance] White solid. | |
| [Solubility in water] Very soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 316 | |
| [pKa/pKb] 2.64 (pKa) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] .76 | |
| [Vapor Density] 6.3 | |
| [Product Name] 4-Hydroxy-1,3-benzenedecarboxylic acid | |
| [Synonyms] 4-HIPA 4-Hydroxy-1,3-benzenedicarboxylic acid 4-Hydroxybenzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid 4-Hydroxy-m-phthalic acid Eupirina | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_636-46-4.htm">636-46-4 | |
| [Formula] C8H6O5 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 182.13 | |
| [EINECS] 211-258-0 | |
| [RTECS] NT2544000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Drug | |
| [Merck] 12,4873 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 2211981 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-10-00-02091 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents - strong bases. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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