Vanillin, 5 g, glass

This product is identified as Vanillin, with a molecular formula of C3H4O4 and a Molecular Weight of 152.15 g/mol. It belongs to the categories of Aldehydes, substituted, Phenols, substituted, and Oxy compounds, ethers, substituted. According to workplace labels, it requires the use of safety goggles and Precept labeling. The substance has a density greater than water, sinking rather than floating. It exhibits harmful effects if ingested and causes serious eye irritation.

• CAS Number: 121-33-5
• 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]