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2,3-Dimethylmaleic anhydride, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: L12919.06
5 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

2,3-Dimethylmaleic anhydride, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: L12919.06
5 g, Each
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Catalog number: L12919.06
also known as L12919-06
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
766-39-2
IUPAC Name
dimethyl-2,5-dihydrofuran-2,5-dione
Molecular Formula
C6H6O3
InChI Key
MFGALGYVFGDXIX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CC1=C(C)C(=O)OC1=O
Assay (GC)
≥96.0%
Melting Point (clear melt)
89.0-99.0?C
Form
Crystals or powder or crystalline powder or flakes
Appearance (Color)
White to cream to brown to gray

Description

2,3-Dimethylmaleic anhydride acts as a reagent in the preparation of maleimides. It is also employed as an amino group protecting agent for superoxide dismutase. Further, it serves as a reactant in the dissociation of ribosomal proteins. In addition to this, it is used in the preparation of dimethylmaleic acid dimethyl ester.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
2,3-Dimethylmaleic anhydride acts as a reagent in the preparation of maleimides. It is also employed as an amino group protecting agent for superoxide dismutase. Further, it serves as a reactant in the dissociation of ribosomal proteins. In addition to this, it is used in the preparation of dimethylmaleic acid dimethyl ester.

Solubility
Soluble in ethanol, ether and chloroform. Slightly soluble in water.

Notes
Moisture sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids and strong bases.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Acute oral toxicity
    Category 4
    Skin Corrosion/Irritation
    Category 2
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 2
    Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure)
    Category 3
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    Hazard Statements

    H302 - Harmful if swallowed

    H315 - Causes skin irritation

    H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

    H335 - May cause respiratory irritation

    Precautionary Statements

    P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

    P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting

    P302 + P350 - IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water

    P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing

    P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

    P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician