Abstract
[591-80-0] C5H8O2 (MW 100.12) InChI = 1S/C5H8O2/c1-2-3-4-5(6)7/h2H,1,3-4H2,(H,6,7) InChIKey = HVAMZGADVCBITI-UHFFFAOYSA-N (reagent used for protection of amines and activation of certain alcohols1) Physical Data: mp −22.5 °C; bp 83–84 °C/12 mmHg; d 0.981 g cm−3. Solubility: soluble in alcohol, diethyl ether, and most organic solvents. Form Supplied in: colorless liquid; widely available. Purification: fractional distillation using a Vigreux column. Handling, Storage, and Precautions: corrosive organic acid with an acrid odor. Use in a well-ventilated fume hood with gloves, eye protection, and protective clothing to avoid contact. Moderately toxic by ingestion. LD50 (rat, oral): 470 mg/kg.
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