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MSDS 
:
 Propionic acid
CAS 
:
 79-09-4
SYNONYMS 
:
 Carboxyethane; Ethanecarboxylic acid; Ethylformic acid; Methylacetic     acid; Metacetonic acid; Propanoic acid; Propanoic acid grain     preserver; Psuedoacetic acid.
**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 79-09-4 |Propionic acid | 99 | 201-176-3 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases: 34

**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Causes burns.

Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May result in corneal injury. Causes severe eye irritation and
burns.
Skin:
Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Causes severe skin irritation
and burns.
Ingestion:
May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive tract. Causes
digestive tract burns with immediate pain, swelling of the throat,
convulsions, and possible coma. May cause central nervous system
depression.
Inhalation:
May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in
the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and
pulmonary edema. May cause asthmatic attacks due to allergic
sensitization of the respiratory tract. Causes chemical burns to the
respiratory tract. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause defatting and
dermatitis. Laboratory experiments have resulted in mutagenic
effects.

**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

Eyes:
Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep
eyes closed. Extensive irrigation with water is required (at least 30
minutes).
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use
mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply
artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device
such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.

**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.
Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. During a
fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal
decomposition or combustion. Will burn if involved in a fire. Use
water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Water may be
ineffective. Material is lighter than water and a fire may be spread
by the use of water. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire.
Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may be heavier than air. They
can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas.
Extinguishing Media:
Water may be ineffective. Do NOT use straight streams of water. Use
water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant
foam.

**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Use water spray to dilute spill to a non-flammable mixture. Large
spills may be neutralized with dilute alkaline solutions of soda ash
(sodium carbonate, Na2CO3), or lime (calcium oxide, CaO). Avoid
runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean
up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
Equipment section. Cover with sand, dry lime or soda ash and place
in a closed container for disposal. Remove all sources of ignition.
Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing foam
may be used to reduce vapors.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Ground and bond containers when transferring
material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Do not
get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Empty containers retain product
residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container
tightly closed. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Discard
contaminated shoes. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder,
drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open
flames. Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not breathe vapor or
mist.
Storage:
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Flammables-area. Do not store in steel container.

**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

Engineering Controls:
Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. Facilities storing or
utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility
and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible
exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 79-09-4:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 10 ppm TWA; 31 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 15 ppm STEL; 46 mg/m3 STEL

Belgium - TWA: 10 ppm VLE; 31 mg/m3 VLE
Belgium - STEL: 20 ppm VLE; 62 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 10 ppm VME; 30 mg/m3 VME
Germany: 31 mg/m3 TWA
Malaysia: 10 ppm TWA; 30 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 20 ppm STEL; 62 mg/m3 STEL
Netherlands: 10 ppm MAC; 31 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 20 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 10 ppm VLA-ED; 31 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Spain: 20 ppm VLA-EC; 62 mg/m3 VLA-EC

Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes:
Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State: Clear liquid
Color: colorless, oily
Odor: rancid odor - pungent odor
pH: Acidic.
Vapor Pressure: 2 mm Hg @ 20 deg C
Viscosity: 1.175 cps @ 15 deg C
Boiling Point: 141 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: -21 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 513 deg C ( 955.40 deg F)
Flash Point: 51 deg C ( 123.80 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 2.9 vol %
Explosion Limits, upper: 12.1 vol %
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.9942 @ 20/4C
Molecular Formula: CH3CH2COOH
Molecular Weight: 74.08

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Ignition sources, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, steel.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon
dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS#:
CAS# 79-09-4: UE5950000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 79-09-4: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 990 ug Severe; Oral, rat:
LD50 = 2600 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 500 uL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Propionic acid -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

Ecotoxicity:
Water flea Daphnia: TLm = 130 mg/L; 24 Hr; unspecifiedFish: Fathead
Minnow: LC50 = 4740 mg/L; 96 Hr; Flow-through bioassay at 24.7 C (pH
7.60)Volatilization of propionic acid from envioronmental waters and
moist soil should be extremely slow. Evaporation form dry surfaces
is expected, especially when present in high concentrations such as
in spill situation. The hydroysis, photolysis and bioconcentration of
propionic acid are not expected to be important fate processes.

**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

IATA
Shipping Name: PROPIONIC ACID
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1848
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: PROPIONIC ACID
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1848
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: PROPIONIC ACID
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1848
Packing group: III
USA RQ: CAS# 79-09-4: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ

**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases:
R 34 Causes burns.
Safety Phrases:
S 23 Do not inhale gas/fumes/vapour/spray.
S 36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 79-09-4: 1
Canada
CAS# 79-09-4 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 79-09-4 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 79-09-4 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

MSDS Creation Date: 5/05/1999 Revision #4 Date: 6/08/2005

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