Fumaric Acid PurCert Secondary Reference Standard For GC (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Synonym:  Fumaric acid
Linear Formula:  C4H4O4
Molecular Weight:  116.07 g/mol
CAS Number: 110-17-8

Properties

Vapour pressure 1.7 mm Hg (165°C)
Water Solubility 0.63 g/100 mL (25 ºC)
Autoignition temp. 1364°F
Explosion limit 40 %
Assay Purity >=99 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.5260
B pt. 137.07°C
M pt. 298-300°C
Density 1.640 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H319
Precautionary Statement  P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
HS Code 29171990
Flash point 230°C
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 13 - Non Combustible Solids

Description

Application
It is used in food and beverages as an acidity regulator in resins and polymers and in pharmaceutical formulations.

Purpose
Its purpose is to provide acidity improve stability and serve as an intermediate in chemical and biological processes.

General Description
Fumaric acid is a white crystalline organic compound with the formula C4H4O4 known as a trans-isomer of butenedioic acid.