| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
D-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylacetic acid | 【Synonyms】
(S)-a-Hydroxybenzeneacetic acid
(S)-Mandelic acid
D-2-Hydroxy-2-phenylacetic acid | 【CAS】
17199-29-0 | 【Formula】
C8H8O3 | 【Molecular Weight】
152.15 | 【EINECS】
241-240-8 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
2208678 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-10-00-00564 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
White solid. | 【Solubility in water】
Very soluble | 【Melting Point】
130 - 132 | 【Boiling Point】
322 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.00012 (15 C) | 【Density】
1.349 g/cm3 | 【pKa/pKb】
3.41 (pKa) | 【Partition Coefficient】
.92 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
59.5 kJ/mol |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | 【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. | 【Eyes】
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container. | 【Handling】
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | 【Inhalation】
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | 【Skin】
May cause skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
May cause eye irritation. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 36/37/38 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 36 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【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 prevent skin exposure. | 【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. | 【Poison Class】
4 (Substances and products that must be considered harmful) |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
162 | 【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. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
4 | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, strong reducing agents. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. |
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