The item in question is Malonic Acid, available in a quantity of 500 grams. This compound falls under the category of Aliphatic Carboxylic Acids and can be found within the broader classifications of Organic & Bioorganic Chemicals, Building Blocks for Synthesis. Its CAS Number is 141-82-2. It has a Molecular Weight of 104.06 g/mol and is classified as a carboxylic acid. In the workplace, it requires caution due to its corrosive nature, and safety measures such as wearing safety goggles are recommended. The compound's preferred name is Malonic Acid, with an IUPAC name of propanedioic acid. It has a Melting Point of 276.1°F and a Boiling Point of 284°F at 760 mmHg, decomposing at these conditions. It is denser than water and will sink. Handling this substance

• CAS Number: 141-82-2
• Molecular Formula: C3H4O4
• Molecular Weight: 104.06
• Exact Mass: 104.01095860
• Boiling Point: 284 °F at 760 mmHg (decomposes) (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: 276.1 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Density: 1.63 (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H302 (47.2%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H319: Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]