Known carcinogen.
Reacts with bacteriophage DNA causing inactivation, repair and recombination. Used in ring-opening polymerization; used in derivitization of propionic acid and esters.
Chemical Formula |
C3H4O2 |
Molecular Weight |
F.W. 72.06 |
CAS # |
57-57-8 |
Safety Information |
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Health Hazard |
2 |
Fire Hazard |
2 |
Reactivity |
0 |
Shipping Information |
Toxic liquid, organic, n.o.s. (beta-propiolactone), 6.1, UN2810, PG III. Additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge. |
UPS limit |
70 lb |
Storage Information |
REFRIGERATE: Keep tightly closed. |
Chemical information and descriptions have been provided by Spectrum Chemicals.