Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity
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2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzoic acid(83-30-7)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity

Product Identification

Product Name
2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzoic acid
Synonyms
2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzenecarboxylic acid
2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzoic acid
Phloroglucinolcarboxylic acid
CAS
83-30-7
Formula
C7H6O5
Molecular Weight
170.12
EINECS
201-467-5
RTECS
DH8910000
RTECS Class
Drug
Beilstein/Gmelin
2212148
Beilstein Reference
4-10-00-01987

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Light beige crystalline powder.
Solubility in water
Very soluble
Melting Point
210
Boiling Point
373
pKa/pKb
1.62 (pKa)
Partition Coefficient
.42

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.
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

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Handling
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Skin
May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
EC Risk Phrase
R 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.
Respirators
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
No data.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
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