Metaldehyde

• Category :

  Organic chemicals and Derivatives

• Synonyms :

  Acetaldehyde homopolymer;2,4,6,8-tetramethyl-1,3,5,7-tetraoxocane;

• CAS NO :

  9002-91-9

• EC NO :

• Molecular Formula :

  C₈H₁₆O₄

• Molecular Weight :

  176.2102

• Main Specifications :

• InChI :

  InChI=1/C8H16O4/c1-5-9-6(2)11-8(4)12-7(3)10-5/h5-8H,1-4H3/t5-,6-,7+,8+

• Product description :

  Physicochemical properties	Color and odor state: colorless transparent liquid with pungent odor
  	Toxicity: Low toxicity		Density: 0.79
  	Color and odor state: pure products are colorless diamond-shaped crystals, industrial products are white powder, and there is no special obvious smell
  	Toxicity: Toxic		Flammability: Flammable
  	Density: 0.808		Volatility: Low volatility
  	Corrosive: No obvious corrosiveness		Boiling point: 267.82°C
  	Degradability: High temperature decomposition		Stability: stable at room temperature
  	Melting point: 190-196°C		Acidity-alkaline: neutral
  	Moisture absorption: No obvious moisture absorption		Spontaneous ignition point: undetermined
  	Deliquescence: No deliquescence		Flash point: 50°C (polyacetaldehyde).
  	Solubility: insoluble in water, soluble in some organic solvents
  Various numbers	CAS:9002-91-9	HS:29125000	EINECS：618-341-4
  Uses	As a special pesticide raw material to kill mollusks such as snails and slugs; used as insecticide synergist, fungicide raw material; It can be used as a solid fuel for portable stoves; It is also used in cleaning products, cosmetics, food and beverage, personal care and other fields.
  Hazard category	4.1 Class flammable solids
  Fire-fighting measures	It is forbidden to use water and foam to extinguish the fire, and dry powder, carbon dioxide, and sand can be used as fire extinguishing agents.
  Emergency treatment	Accidental swallowing: Immediately call the doctor of the detoxification center, then rinse your mouth with water, and follow the specific treatment instructions of the professional; Inhalation: Quickly transfer the patient to a fresh air, maintain a comfortable breathing position, immediately call the doctor of the detoxification center and take emergency targeted treatment; Skin-eye contact: Rinse the contact area immediately with plenty of running water, and seek medical attention if you feel unwell
  Packaging, storage, transportation	25kg cardboard bucket / woven bag / plastic bucket (mainstream specification), stored in a cool and ventilated warehouse, the storage temperature should not exceed 30°C, away from fire and heat sources, and prevent direct sunlight; The packaging should be sealed and stored separately from oxidants, edible chemicals, and food raw materials, and should not be mixed storage. The warehouse adopts explosion-proof lighting and ventilation facilities, and it is forbidden to use mechanical equipment and tools that are prone to sparks; Transported according to the requirements of dangerous goods

• Molecular Structure :