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EC number: 203-571-6 | CAS number: 108-31-6
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Administrative data
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Additional information
The physico-chemical property values of maleic anhydride have been reviewed and summarized in the table below.
Physico-chemical Properties of Maleic anhydride
Property |
Value |
Appearance/physical state/colour |
White solid (organic) |
Melting point/ freezing point |
51.2 to 53.1ºC |
Boiling point |
185ºC at 101kPa |
Density |
1.48g/cm3at 20°C |
Particle size distribution (Granulometry) |
|
Vapour pressure |
15Pa at 20°C |
Partition coefficient (log Pow) |
ca. -2.61 at 20°C |
Water solubility |
407g/L at 20°C |
Surface tension |
Not relevant |
Flash point |
ca. 103°C |
Auto flammability |
>400°C |
Flammability |
Non-flammable |
Explosiveness |
Non-explosive |
Oxidising properties |
Non-oxidising |
Stability in organic solvents |
Not relevant |
Dissociation constant |
Not relevant |
Viscosity |
Not relevant |
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