| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2428 |
| Health: | 3 |
| Flammability | 2 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Propionic Acid Reagent Grade |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | CH“CH’COOH |
| RTECS: | UE5950000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 79-09-4 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Propionic Acid | CAS# 79-09-4 | 100 | W/W | OSHA TWA 10 ppm, ACGIH TWA 10 ppm |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Causes severe irritation and burns. May Be harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Causes severe irritation and burns. May Be harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: CALL A PHYSICIAN. SKIN: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Thoroughly clean clothing and shoes before reuse.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol foam |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Material will burn in a fire. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Eliminate Ignition Sources. Neutralize with: Soda lime, soda ash. Absorb with vermiculite or other inert material. Place in container.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool dry well ventilated area. Keep away from heat and flame. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:Organic Vapor Cartridge
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | -21° C | Specific Gravity | 0.993
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| Boiling Point: | 138° C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 100 |
| Vapor Pressure: | 1.33 |
Evaporation Rate: | Information not available |
| Vapor Density: |
2.6 |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
466° C |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Colorless, Pungent liquid |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
3.04 |
| Flash Point: |
52° C |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
14.9 |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with heat, sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition. |
Materials to Avoid:
Oxidizing agents, metals, bases, amines. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Effects of over-exposure, acute and chronic: Inhalation of mists or vapors may be irritating. Ingestion, contact with eyes or skin may cause severe burns. Conditions aggravated/target organs: Persons with pre-existing eye, skin or respiratory conditions may be more susceptible. |
| DOT Classification: Propionic Acid, 8, UN1848, PG III |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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