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MALEIC HYDRAZIDE

9 - Miscellaneous hazardous material
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The Chemical Identifier fields include common identification numbers, the NFPA diamond U.S. Department of Transportation hazard labels, and a general description of the chemical. The information in CAMEO Chemicals comes from a variety of data sources.
CAS Number UN/NA Number
  • 123-33-1
DOT Hazard Label USCG CHRIS Code
  • Class 9
NIOSH Pocket Guide International Chem Safety Card
none none
NFPA 704
data unavailable
General Description
Odorless white solid. Sinks in water. (USCG, 1999)

The Hazard fields include special hazard alerts air and water reactions, fire hazards, health hazards, a reactivity profile, and details about reactive groups assignments and potentially incompatible absorbents. The information in CAMEO Chemicals comes from a variety of data sources.
Reactivity Alerts
none
Air & Water Reactions
Insoluble in water.
Fire Hazard
Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Toxic nitrogen oxides are produced. (USCG, 1999)
Health Hazard
Inhalation of dust causes irritation of nose and throat. Contact with eyes or skin causes irritation. Ingestion has been observed to cause tremors and muscle spasms in test animals. (USCG, 1999)
Reactivity Profile
MALEIC HYDRAZIDE can be decomposed by oxidizing agents. It can also be decomposed by strong acids. It forms water-soluble alkali-metal and amine salts. It is slightly acidic and may be titrated as a monobasic acid. Mild oxidation produces a compound which reacts instantly with dienes at -107°F to form crystalline derivatives. This chemical is slightly corrosive to iron and zinc. It is incompatible with pesticides that are highly alkaline in reaction. In the presence of heavy metal and iron, zinc, calcium and magnesium ions, sparingly-soluble salts are formed. (NTP, 1992)
Belongs to the Following Reactive Group(s)
Potentially Incompatible Absorbents

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  • Dirt/Earth

The Response Recommendation fields include isolation and evacuation distances, as well as recommendations for firefighting, non-fire response, protective clothing, and first aid. The information in CAMEO Chemicals comes from a variety of data sources.
Isolation and Evacuation
Excerpt from ERG Guide 171 [Substances (Low to Moderate Hazard)]:

IMMEDIATE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE: Isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids.

SPILL: Increase the immediate precautionary measure distance, in the downwind direction, as necessary.

FIRE: If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. (ERG, 2020)
Firefighting
Fire Extinguishing Agents: Water, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide (USCG, 1999)
Non-Fire Response
SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you spill this chemical, dampen the solid spill material with 5% ammonium hydroxide, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with 5% ammonium hydroxide to pick up any remaining material. Your contaminated clothing and the absorbent paper should be sealed in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash all contaminated surfaces with 5% ammonium hydroxide followed by washing with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should store this material under ambient temperatures, and keep it away from oxidizing materials and strong acids. (NTP, 1992)
Protective Clothing
Goggles or face shield; dust mask. (USCG, 1999)
DuPont Tychem® Suit Fabrics
No information available.
First Aid
EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

The Physical Property fields include properties such as vapor pressure and boiling point, as well as explosive limits and toxic exposure thresholds The information in CAMEO Chemicals comes from a variety of data sources.

Note: For Vapor Density and Specific Gravity, comparing the value to 1.0 can tell you if the chemical will likely sink/rise in air or sink/float in fresh water (respectively). Short phrases have been added to those values below as an aid. However, make sure to also consider the circumstances of a release. The Vapor Density comparisons are only valid when the gas escaping is at the same temperature as the surrounding air itself. If the chemical is escaping from a container where it was pressurized or refrigerated, it may first escape and behave as a heavy gas and sink in the air (even if it has a Vapor Density value less than 1). Also, the Specific Gravity comparisons are for fresh water (density 1.0 g/mL). If your spill is in salt water (density about 1.027 g/mL), you need to adjust the point of comparison. There are some chemicals that will sink in fresh water and float in salt water.
Chemical Formula:
  • C4H4N2O2
Flash Point: data unavailable
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): data unavailable
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): data unavailable
Autoignition Temperature: data unavailable
Melting Point: greater than 572°F (decomposes) (NTP, 1992)
Vapor Pressure: data unavailable
Vapor Density (Relative to Air): data unavailable
Specific Gravity: 1.6 at 77°F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink
Boiling Point: Decomposes (NTP, 1992)
Molecular Weight: 112.09 (NTP, 1992)
Water Solubility: less than 0.1 mg/mL at 68°F (NTP, 1992)
Ionization Energy/Potential: data unavailable
IDLH: data unavailable

AEGLs (Acute Exposure Guideline Levels)

No AEGL information available.

ERPGs (Emergency Response Planning Guidelines)

No ERPG information available.

PACs (Protective Action Criteria)

Chemical PAC-1 PAC-2 PAC-3
Maleic hydrazide; (3,6-Pyridazinedione, 1,2-dihydro-) (123-33-1) 11 mg/m3 130 mg/m3 750 mg/m3
(DOE, 2018)

The Regulatory Information fields include information from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Title III Consolidated List of Lists, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards, and the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals Standard List (see more about these data sources).

EPA Consolidated List of Lists

Regulatory Name CAS Number/
313 Category Code
EPCRA 302
EHS TPQ
EPCRA 304
EHS RQ
CERCLA RQ EPCRA 313
TRI
RCRA
Code
CAA 112(r)
RMP TQ
Maleic hydrazide 123-33-1 5000 pounds U148

(EPA List of Lists, 2022)

CISA Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS)

No regulatory information available.

OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard List

No regulatory information available.

This section provides a listing of alternate names for this chemical, including trade names and synonyms.
  • ANTERGAN
  • ANTERGON
  • ANTYROST
  • BURTOLIN
  • CHEMFORM
  • DE-CUT
  • DE-SPROUT
  • 1,2-DIHYDRO-3,6-PYRADIZINEDIONE
  • 1,2-DIHYDRO-3,6-PYRIDAZINEDIONE
  • 1,2-DIHYDROPYRIDAZINE-3,6-DIONE
  • (+/-)-3,6-DIHYDROXYPYRIDAZINE
  • 3,6-DIHYDROXYPYRIDAZINE
  • 3,6-DIOXOPYRIDAZINE
  • DREXEL-SUPER P
  • ENT 18,870
  • FAIR 30
  • FAIR PLUS
  • FAIR PS
  • 3(2H)-PYRIDAZINONE, 6-HYDROXY-
  • HYDRAZIDE MALEIQUE
  • 6-HYDROXY-2H-PYRIDAZIN-3-ONE
  • 6-HYDROXY-3(2H)-PYRIDAZINONE
  • 6-HYDROXY-3-(2H)-PYRIDAZINONE
  • KMH
  • MAH
  • MAINTAIN 3
  • MALAZIDE
  • MALEIC ACID CYCLIC HYDRAZIDE
  • MALEIC ACID HYDRAZIDE
  • MALEIC CYCLIC HYDRAZIDE
  • MALEIC HYDRAZIDE
  • MALEIC HYDRAZIDE 30%
  • MALEIC HYDRAZINE
  • MALEIN 30
  • MALEPIN
  • MALZID
  • MAZIDE
  • MG-
  • MH
  • MH 30
  • MH 36 BAYER
  • MH-40
  • N,N-MALEOYLHYDRAZINE
  • 3,6-PYRIDAZINEDIOL
  • REGULOX
  • REGULOX 36
  • REGULOX 50 W
  • REGULOX W
  • RETARD
  • ROYAL MH-30
  • ROYAL SLO-GRO
  • SLO-GRO
  • SLOW-IT
  • SPROUT-STOP
  • SPROUT/OFF
  • STUNTMAN
  • SUCKER-STUFF
  • SUPER DE-SPROUT
  • SUPER SPROUT STOP
  • SUPER SUCKER-STUFF
  • SUPER SUCKER-STUFF HC
  • SUPER-DE-SPROUT
  • 1,2,3,6-TETRAHYDRO-3,6-DIOXOPYRIDAZINE
  • VONDALHYDE
  • VONDRAX

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