Fuoric Acid or 3-Furancarboxylic Acid. It is an organic compound of molecular formula C 5 H 4 O 3 . It has numerous applications in industry and the laboratory as raw material. It is found mainly in China and India .
Summary
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- 1 Physical characteristics and properties
- 2 Chemical Properties
- 3 Applications
- 4 Toxicological Information
- 1 Fire fighting measures
- 2 Accidental Release Measures
- 5 Storage
- 6 Ecological Information
- 7 Sources
Characteristics and physical properties
- Denomination: 2-Furoic Acid
- Formula: C 5H 4 O 3
- Mass: 112.09
- CAS [88-14-2]
- Melting point: 121-122 ºC
- Appearance: Cream colored powder.
- Boiling point: 230-232 ° C
- Melting point: 127-130 ° C
Chemical properties
- Water solubility: at 20 ° C 36 g / l in water
- Flash point: 137 ° C
- Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
- Hazardous decomposition products: Carbon dioxideand Carbon monoxide .
Applications
It has great use in the laboratory, analysis, research and fine chemistry.
Toxicological informacion
Dangerous effects for health
By inhalation of the dust: Irritations in respiratory tract. It causes cough , breathing difficulties.
In contact with skin and eye
Irritations
By ingestion
Irritations in mucous membranes of the mouth , throat , esophagus and intestinal tract.
General indications
In case of loss of consciousness never give to drink or induce vomiting.
Inhalation:
Move the person outdoors.
Skin contact
Wash thoroughly with water. Take off contaminated clothing.
Eyes
Wash with plenty of water (minimum for 15 minutes), keeping the eyelids open. In case of irritation, seek medical attention.
Ingestion Drink plenty of water. Seek medical attention.
Other dangerous characteristics are not discarded. The usual precautions must be established in the handling of chemical products.
Fire fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media
Water , foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide (CO 2 ).
Special risks
Fuel , in this case it must be kept away from sources of ignition. In case of fire, toxic vapors can appear.
Accidental Release Measures
Individual caution:
Do not inhale the dust.
Precautions for environmental protection:
Do not allow the passage to the drainage system. Avoid contamination of soil, water and drains.
Collection / cleaning methods:
Dry collect and deposit in waste containers for subsequent disposal in accordance with current regulations. Clean the remains with plenty of water.
Storage
Well closed containers. Atmosphere and dry and cool place, well ventilated.
Exposure controls / personal protection
If dust forms, wear suitable respiratory equipment, wear suitable gloves, appropriate glasses, remove contaminated clothing. Wash hands and face before breaks and at the end of work.
Environmental exposure controls
Comply with current local legislation on environmental protection. The supplier of the protection means must specify the type of protection to be used for handling the product, indicating the type of material and, where appropriate, the penetration time of said material, in relation to the quantity and duration of the exposition.
Ecological Information
Do not allow its incorporation into the soil or into aquifers.
Contaminated packaging
Containers contaminated with dangerous substances or preparations will have the same treatment as the products themselves.