| [Flash Point] 190 | |
| [Autoignition] 505 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] Low hazard for usual industrial handling. | |
| [Inhalation] Dust is irritating to the respiratory tract. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye irritation. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 36/37/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36 | |
| [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 protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Appearance] Slightly yellow solid. | |
| [Solubility in water] Very soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 278 | |
| [Density] 1.41 g/cm3 | |
| [pKa/pKb] 3.58 (pKa) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] 1.09 | |
| [Product Name] Homophthalic acid | |
| [Synonyms] (2-Carboxyphenyl)acetic acid (o-Carboxymethyl)benzoic acid 2-Carboxybenzeneacetic acid a-Carboxy-o-toluic acid o-Carboxybenzeneacetic acid Toluene-a,2-dicarboxylic acid | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_89-51-0.htm">89-51-0 | |
| [Formula] C9H8O4 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 180.16 | |
| [EINECS] 201-913-9 | |
| [RTECS] CY1575590 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1872069 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-09-00-03343 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. |
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