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PROPIONIC ACIDICSC: 0806 (November 2023)
Ethylformic acid
Methylacetic acid
Propanoic acid
Ethanecarboxylic acid
CAS #: 79-09-4
UN #: 1848
EC Number: 201-176-3

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Flammable.  Above 54°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with strong bases, strong oxidants or metals. See Chemical Dangers.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. NO contact with strong bases, strong oxidizing agents or metals. See Chemical Dangers.  Above 54°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.  Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 

 AVOID ALL CONTACT!  
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation. Shortness of breath.  Use ventilation and local exhaust.  Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer immediately for medical attention. 
Skin Redness. Pain. Skin burns. Blisters.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer immediately for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Severe burns.  Wear face shield.  Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention. 
Ingestion Burning sensation. Sore throat. Abdominal pain. Vomiting. Shock or collapse.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give nothing to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

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DANGER
Flammable liquid and vapour
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
May cause respiratory irritation
Harmful to aquatic life 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 8; UN Pack Group: III 

STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants and strong bases. Store only in original container. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. 
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
PROPIONIC ACID ICSC: 0806
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
OILY COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH PUNGENT ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
The substance is a medium strong acid. Reacts with strong bases and strong oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard. This produces irritating or toxic fumes (or gases). Attacks many metals. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). 

Formula: C3H6O2 / CH3CH2COOH
Molecular mass: 74.1
Boiling point: 141°C
Melting point: -21°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.99
Solubility in water: very soluble
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.39
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.6
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.01
Flash point: 54°C c.c., 57°C o.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 485°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.9-12.1
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.33  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, by ingestion and through the skin. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is very corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 10 ppm as TWA.
EU-OEL: 31 mg/m3, 10 ppm as TWA; 62 mg/m3, 20 ppm as STEL 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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