Product Identification

Product Name

Quinolinic anhydride

Synonyms

2,3-Pyridinedicarboxylic anhydride
Furo[3,4-b]pyridine-5,7-dione
Pyridine-2,3-dicarboxylic anhydride

CAS

699-98-9

Formula

C7H3NO3

Molecular Weight

149.1

EINECS

211-834-1

Beilstein/Gmelin

125111

Beilstein Reference

4-27-00-03326

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Off-white - orange - pink crystalline powder.

Melting Point

146

Boiling Point

360

Partition Coefficient

.52

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

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

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes 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. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.