Molecular Formula | C6H6O4 |
Molar Mass | 142.11 |
Density | 1.1712 (rough estimate) |
Melting Point | 152-155 °C (lit.) |
Boling Point | 179.65°C (rough estimate) |
Water Solubility | SOLUBLE |
Solubility | A melanin-specific inhibitor, soluble in water, easily soluble in acetone and ethanol, slightly soluble in ether, ethyl acetate, chloroform and pyridine; insoluble in benzene. |
Appearance | Yellow brown powder |
Color | White to beige-brown |
Maximum wavelength(λmax) | ['269nm(CHCl3)(lit.)'] |
Merck | 14,5317 |
BRN | 120895 |
pKa | 7.9(at 25℃) |
Storage Condition | Store below +30°C. |
Stability | Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
Refractive Index | 1.4434 (estimate) |
MDL | MFCD00006580 |
Physical and Chemical Properties | dissolved in water, alcohol, acetone, slightly soluble in ether, ethyl acetate, chloroform and pyridine, insoluble in benzene. melting point 151-156°C |
Use | For cosmetics, food additives, pharmaceutical, etc |
Hazard Symbols | Xn - Harmful![]() |
Risk Codes | R40 - Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect R68 - Possible risk of irreversible effects |
Safety Description | S22 - Do not breathe dust. S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | UQ0875000 |
HS Code | 29329995 |
Raw Materials | Starch potato |
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