The item is a pharmaceutical excipient, specifically Citric Acid, categorized under the EXCiPACT standard. It has a Molecular Weight of 192.12 g/mol and falls within the groups of Carboxylic acids, substituted and Hydroxy compounds, alcohols, substituted. In the workplace, it is recommended to use safety goggles and follow Precept label guidelines due to its potential for causing serious eye irritation and skin irritation. The Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) number for this substance is 77-92-9.

• CAS Number: 77-92-9
• Molecular Formula: C6H8O7
• Molecular Weight: 192.12
• Exact Mass: 192.02700259
• Boiling Point: Decomposes (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: 307 °F (anhydrous) (NTP, 1992)
• Density: 1.54 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink
• GHS Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements:
• H319: Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]