Fumaric Acid
- CAS Number
- 110-17-8
- HSN Code
- 29171950
- Molecular Formula
- C4H4O4
- Catalogue Number
- AL2240
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 116.07 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Fumaric acid is a butenedioic acid in which the C=C double bond has E geometry. It is an intermediate metabolite in the citric acid cycle.
Also known as trans-Butenedioic acid.
- Catalogue No.
- AL2240
- CAS Number
- 110-17-8
- Molecular Formula
- C4H4O4
- Molecular Weight
- 116.07 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29171950
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 572 to 576 °F; Boiling point: Sublimes at 200 °C; Flash point: 273 °C (open cup); Density: 1.635 g/cu cm at 20 °C; Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, concentrated sulfuric acid; slightly soluble in ethyl ether, acetone.
- Appearance
- Needles, monoclinic prisms or leaflets from water
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 gm plastic bottle, 5 Kg plastic bottle
- Storage
- Separated from oxidizing materials.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Fumaric Acid
- Catalogue No.
- AL2240
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 110-17-8
- EC Number
- 203-743-0
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- 607-095-00-7
- Chemical Formula
- C4H4O4
- HSN Code
- 29171950
- Synonyms
- trans-Butenedioic acid
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Food acidulant, monomer for unsaturated polyester resins
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Eye Irrit. 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 444972 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Precautionary statements
- P264+P265, P280, P305+P351+P338, P337+P317
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- None identified
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Fumaric Acid
- CAS No.
- 110-17-8
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and collect using appropriate methods. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from oxidizing materials.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a dust mask type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Odorless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 572 to 576 °F
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- Sublimes at 200 °C
- Flash point
- 273 °C (open cup)
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 375 °C (powder)
- Decomposition temperature
- 200 °C
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable solid
- Vapour pressure
- 1.54X10-4 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- 1.635 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- Soluble in ethanol, concentrated sulfuric acid; slightly soluble in ethyl ether, acetone
- Log Pow
- 0.46
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidising
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Fumaric acid is stable although it is subject to degradation by both aerobic and anaerobic microorganisms. When heated in sealed vessels with water at 150 - 170 °C it forms DL-malic acid.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces corrosive fumes. Reacts violently with strong oxidants.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Not specified
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat (female) oral 9300 mg/kg; LD50 Rat (male) oral 10,700 mg/kg.; LD50 Mouse ip 100 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IATA)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (ADN)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (RID)
- Not assigned
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Fumaric Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Fumaric Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Fumaric Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Fumaric Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Fumaric Acid
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- Not classified as hazardous
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IMDG)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IATA)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (ADN)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (RID)
- Not applicable
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a food acidulant reference compound and as a monomer in unsaturated polyester resin synthesis research.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00761
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 116.07 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Off-white crystalline powder | Off-white crystalline powder |
| Assay | (Min.) 99% | 99.69% |
| Melting point | 298 - 300°C | 298.5°C |
| Ash | <0.1% | <0.1% |
The above product complies with LR grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99% For Synthesis | ≥ 99% | m.p. 572 to 576 °F; b.p. Sublimes at 200 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Soluble in ethanol, concentrated sulfuric acid; slightly soluble in ethyl ether, acetone |
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