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Citraconic acid dimethyl ester

Also known as: dimethyl 2-methylbut-2-enedioate · Citraconic acid dimethyl ester · dimethyl 2-methylfumarate · (2Z)-Dimethyl 2-methylmaleate

CAS No.
84569-14-2
Formula
C7H10O4
Molar mass
158.15 g/mol
PubChem CID
12045
2D structure of Citraconic acid dimethyl ester
2D structure · PubChem CID 12045

Summary

Citraconic acid dimethyl ester (C7H10O4), CAS 84569-14-2. Common in labs and industry. Read on for hazards, storage, PPE and mixing rules.

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Physical properties

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Hazards

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Storage

Temperature

Keep at room temperature, below 30 °C, out of direct heat.

Ventilation

Store somewhere well-ventilated and away from any ignition source.

Containers

Metal drums or tinted glass, tightly sealed.

Keep away from

Strong acids, strong bases and powerful oxidizers.

Personal protective equipment

Gloves

Nitrile or butyl, at least 0.4 mm thick.

Eye protection

Safety goggles with side shields.

Respirator

A2 organic-vapor cartridge if the room isn't well ventilated.

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Practical safety notes

  • Handle Citraconic acid dimethyl ester in a ventilated area, wear safety glasses and nitrile gloves, and consult the manufacturer's SDS before first use.

Derived from the GHS classification shown above. These notes are generic guidance and do not replace the manufacturer's SDS or your local risk assessment.

FAQ

Is Citraconic acid dimethyl ester flammable?+

Citraconic acid dimethyl ester (CAS 84569-14-2) does not carry the GHS02 flame pictogram in our records. Always confirm with the manufacturer's SDS section 9 (flash point) before assuming a product is non-flammable.

What PPE should I wear when handling Citraconic acid dimethyl ester?+

Safety glasses with side shields and nitrile gloves are the baseline. Ventilation should be sufficient to keep vapours below the occupational exposure limit. Check SDS section 8 for material-specific breakthrough times.

How should Citraconic acid dimethyl ester be stored?+

Store Citraconic acid dimethyl ester (CAS 84569-14-2) in tightly closed original containers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Is Citraconic acid dimethyl ester dangerous for the environment?+

No specific environmental pictogram (GHS09) is listed in our records for Citraconic acid dimethyl ester, but any chemical waste should be handled through your site's hazardous-waste procedure, not poured down the drain.

Where can I find the official Safety Data Sheet for Citraconic acid dimethyl ester?+

Official, up-to-date SDS documents are published by each manufacturer (Sigma-Aldrich, Merck, Thermo Fisher, VWR, Carl Roth, etc.) and by regulators such as ECHA and NIOSH. This page is an educational summary and does not replace the manufacturer's SDS.

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