Chemical & Physical Information
Common Names | Glyoxylic acid | Oxoacetic acid | glyoxylate |
Structure |  |
CAS No. | 298-12-4 | Boiling Point (℃) | 111 ºC |
Molecular Weight | 74.035 | Melting Point (℃) | -93°C |
Appearance | Colorless to light yellow liquid | Vapor Specific Gravity | 1.3 |
HS Code | 2917190090 | Flash Point (℃) | 111°C |
Solubility | Insoluble in ethyl ether, ethanol and benzene | Autoignition Temperature (℃) | / |
Safety Information
Safety Phrases | / |
RIDADR | UN3265 |
WGK Germany | 1 |
Packaging Group | III |
Hazard Class | 8 |
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| SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Redness. Burning sensation. Itching. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention. |
Synthetic Route