PROPIONIC ACID
ICSC: 0806 |
Ethylformic acid Methylacetic acid Propanoic acid Ethanecarboxylic acid C3H6O2 / CH3CH2COOH Molecular mass: 74.1 ICSC # 0806 | CAS # 79-09-4 RTECS # UE5950000 UN # 1848 EC # 607-089-00-0 September 10, 1997 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Flammable. | NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. | Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide. |
EXPLOSION | Above 54°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | Above 54°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment. | In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
EXPOSURE | AVOID ALL CONTACT! | ||
INHALATION | Burning sensation. Cough. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Skin burns. Pain. Blisters. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention. |
EYES | Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Severe deep burns. | Face shield. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | Abdominal cramps. Burning sensation. Nausea. Shock or collapse. Sore throat. Vomiting. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. (Extra personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus). | Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, food and feedstuffs. | Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Note: B C symbol R: 34 S: 1/2-23-36-45 UN Hazard Class: 8 UN Packing Group: III | ||
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PROPIONIC ACID | ICSC: 0806 |
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ENVIRONMENTAL | The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. | |||
N O T E S | ||||
Luprosil, Prozoin, Tenox P Grain Preservative and Tenox P are trade names.
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