| Molecular Formula | C4H8O3 |
| Molar Mass | 104.1 |
| Density | 1,11 g/cm3 |
| Boling Point | 182°C |
| Flash Point | 102°C |
| Water Solubility | Completely miscible in water |
| Vapor Presure | 0.227mmHg at 25°C |
| Appearance | clear liquid |
| Color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
| Merck | 14,3801 |
| pKa | 14.16±0.10(Predicted) |
| Storage Condition | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.42(lit.) |
| Hazard Symbols | T - Toxic![]() |
| Risk Codes | R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. R65 - Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed R63 - Possible risk of harm to the unborn child R48/23/24/25 - R60 - May impair fertility R46 - May cause heritable genetic damage R45 - May cause cancer |
| Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.) S23 - Do not breathe vapour. S53 - Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. |
| RTECS | KW7175000 |
| Toxicity | LD50 orally in rats: 8.25 g/kg, Smyth et al., J. Ind. Hyg. Toxicol. 23, 259 (1941) |
| EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
| category | flammable liquid |
| toxicity classification | low toxicity |
| acute toxicity | oral administration-rat LD50: 8250 mg/kg; Abdominal injection-mouse LD50: 1310 mg/kg |
| stimulation data | eye-rabbit 100 mg severe |
| flammability hazard characteristics | combustible in case of open flame, high temperature and strong oxidant; Stimulating smoke produced by combustion |
| storage and transportation characteristics | warehouse ventilation and low temperature drying |
| fire extinguishing agent | foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide, mist water, sand |