Acetic Anhydride

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Infobox on Acetic Anhydride
Example of Acetic Anhydride
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Origin
Density (in t/m3)
Temperature (in oC)
Humidity / moisture
Ventilation
Self-heating / spontaneous combustion
Risk factors

Acetic Anhydride

Description

Colourless, flammable liquid with an irritating odour. Normally carried in glass carboys in an outer covering of box or crate, also in metal or plastic drums.

General Corrosive to most metals when moisture is present. Flammable when heated above 50°C. Any vapour given out is strongly irritant to eyes and mucous membranes. Decomposes in hot water to Acetic Acid.

Reference is made to the relevant IMO regulations on hazardous cargo.

Full information on this product is in the process of completion.