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90-64-2

Name DL-Mandelic acid
CAS 90-64-2
EINECS(EC#) 202-007-6
Molecular Formula C8H8O3
MDL Number MFCD00064250
Molecular Weight 152.15
MOL File 90-64-2.mol

Chemical Properties

Definition Exists in stereoisomeric forms. The properties are those of the dl-form.
Appearance White crystalline powder
Melting point  119-121 °C (lit.)
alpha  [α]D20 -0.5~+0.5° (c=2, H2O)
Boiling point  214.6°C (rough estimate)
density  1.30
vapor pressure  0.01 Pa (50 °C)
refractive index  1.4810 (estimate)
storage temp.  Store below +30°C.
solubility  139g/l
form  Crystals or Crystalline Powder
pka 3.85(at 25℃)
color  White
Odor faint odor
PH 2.3 (10g/l, H2O)
optical activity [α]/D 0±1°, c = 5 in H2O
Water Solubility  150 g/L (20 ºC)
Sensitive  Light Sensitive
Merck  14,5717
BRN  510011
InChIKey IWYDHOAUDWTVEP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
LogP 0.5 at 23℃
Uses
Organic synthesis, medicine (urinary antiseptic).
CAS DataBase Reference 90-64-2(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference Benzeneacetic acid, «alpha»-hydroxy-(90-64-2)
EPA Substance Registry System 90-64-2(EPA Substance)

Safety Data

Hazard Codes  Xn,Xi
Risk Statements 
R36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin .
R22:Harmful if swallowed.
Safety Statements 
S22:Do not breathe dust .
S24/25:Avoid contact with skin and eyes .
S37/39:Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection .
S26:In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice .
S36:Wear suitable protective clothing .
WGK Germany  3
RTECS  OO6300000
TSCA  Yes
HS Code  29181990
Safety Profile
Poison by intramuscular route. Moderately toxic by ingestion. Continued absorption can cause kidney irritation. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.

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