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    SECTION 1

    PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

    PRODUCT NAME:

    Propionic Acid

    PRODUCT NUMBER:

    15180

    CAS NUMBER:

    79-09-4

    SYNONYMS:

    Propanoic acid; Propanyl acid; Acid C3, ethane carboxylic acid

    MANUFACTURER:
    Prochem, Inc.
    826 Roosevelt Road
    Rockford, IL 61109

    PHONE:
    FAX:
    TOLL FREE:

    815-398-1788
    815-398-1810
    800-795-8788

    IN CASE OF TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY CONTACT CHEM-TREC: 1-800-424-9300

    SECTION 2

    HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

    CLASSIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE


    Pictogram

    Danger

    Signal Word
    Hazard Statements

    H226
    H303
    H314
    H402

    Flammable liquid and vapor.


    May be harmful if swallowed.
    Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
    Harmful to aquatic life.

    Precautionary Phrases

    P280
    P305+P351+P338
    P310

    Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.


    IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
    and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
    Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.

    HMIS CLASSIFICATION:
    Health: 3
    Fire: 2
    NFPA RATING:
    Health: 3
    Flammability: 2

    Reactivity Hazard: 0

    Personal: J

    Reactivity Hazard: 0

    EYE CONTACT: Causes eye burns


    SKIN CONTACT: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Causes skin irritation
    INHALATION: May be harmful if inhaled. Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of the mucous membranes and upper
    respiratory tract.
    INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed

    PROPIONIC ACID

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    SECTION 3

    COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

    Formula: C2H5COOH
    Molecular Weight: 74.08
    CHEMICAL NAME

    CAS#

    Propionic Acid

    SECTION 4

    79-04-4

    100

    FIRST AID MEASURES

    EYE EXPOSURE: In case of eye contact, rinse with plenty of water and seek medical attention if necessary.
    SKIN EXPOSURE: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and
    wash using soap. Get medical attention if necessary.
    INHALATION: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial
    respiration. Get medical attention if necessary.
    INGESTION: Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If conscious, wash out mouth
    with water. Get medical attention if necessary.

    SECTION 5

    FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

    FLASH POINT: Closed Cup: 53C Open Cup: 56.7C


    AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: 513C
    EXPLOSION LIMITS: Lower: 2.9% Upper: 12.1%
    EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Use appropriate media for
    adjacent fire. Cool unopened containers with water.
    SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained, approved breathing apparatus and full protective clothing,
    including eye protection and boots.
    HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon oxides

    SECTION 6

    ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

    PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear all appropriate equipment when using this material. Ensure adequate ventilation.
    ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent spillage from entering drains. Any release to the environment may be subject to
    federal/national or local reporting requirements.
    METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Neutralize spill. Absorb spill with noncombustible absorbent
    material, then place in a suitable container for disposal. Clean surfaces thoroughly with water to remove residual contamination.
    Dispose of all waste and cleanup materials in accordance with regulations.

    SECTION 7

    HANDLING AND STORAGE

    PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash
    thoroughly after using. Keep container closed when not in use. Avoid formation of aerosols. Keep away from sources of ignition - No
    smoking. Take measures to prevent the buildup of electrostatic charge.
    CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from incompatible materials.

    SECTION 8

    EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

    EXPOSURE CONTROLS
    Component
    Propionic Acid

    Exposure Limits
    3
    10 ppm
    30 mg/m
    3
    10 ppm
    30 mg/m
    3
    15 ppm
    45 mg/m

    STEL: Short Term Exposure Limit during x minutes.


    REL: Recommended Exposure Limit


    PROPIONIC ACID

    Basis
    TLV
    REL
    STEL

    Entity
    ACGIH
    NIOSH
    NIOSH

    TLV: Threshold Limit Value over 8 hours of work.


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    SECTION 8

    EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION (Cont.)

    EYE PROTECTION: Wear chemical safety glasses or goggles.


    SKIN PROTECTION: Wear nitrile or rubber gloves, apron, or lab coat.
    VENTILATION: Provide local exhaust, preferably mechanical.
    RESPIRATOR: Use an approved respirator
    ADDITIONAL PROTECTION: Provide eyewash stations, quick-drench showers and washing facilities accessible to areas of use and
    handling.

    SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES


    COLOR AND FORM: Clear colorless liquid
    MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 74.08
    BOILING POINT: 140.99 C
    MELTING POINT: -20.8 C
    SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.9954 gm/ml
    VAPOR DENSITY: 2.56
    SOLUBILITY: Soluble

    SECTION 10

    STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

    STABILITY: Stable
    HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur
    CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Heat, flames, and sparks
    INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong oxidizing agents
    DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon oxides

    SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA


    ACUTE TOXICITY: LD50 Oral - rat - 3,500 - 4,200 mg/kg. LD50 Parenteral - rat - 3,500 mg/kg. LD50 Intravenous - mouse - 625 mg/kg.
    CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
    carcinogen.
    MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available
    TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available
    CHRONIC TOXICITY: This substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
    RTECS: UE5950000
    To the best of our knowledge the toxicological effects of this compound have not been fully investigated.

    SECTION 12

    ECOLOGICAL DATA

    AQUATIC VERTEBRATE: LC50 - Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) - 51.0 - 73.2 mg/l - 96 h
    AQUATIC INVERTEBRATE: EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - 21.0 - 24.6 mg/l - 48 h
    TERRESTRIAL: Not available
    PERSISTENCE AND DEGRADABILITY: Aerobic. This product is readily biodegradable (95%).
    Harmful to aquatic life

    SECTION 13

    DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

    Dispose of in according to local, state, and federal regulations.


    PROPIONIC ACID

    PAGE 3

    SECTION 14

    TRANSPORTATION DATA

    UN3463
    Propionic Acid
    CLASS 8 (3)
    PG II
    Marine Pollutant: No

    SECTION 15

    REGULATORY INFORMATION

    TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory


    DSCL (EEC): Listed on the DSCL inventory
    SARA 302/304: Not Listed
    SARA 311/312: Propionic Acid
    SARA (TITLE 313): Not Listed
    CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: Not Listed
    WHMIS CANADA: CLASS B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8C (100F) and 93.3C (200F). CLASS D-1B:
    Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC). CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.

    SECTION 16

    OTHER INFORMATION

    DISCLAIMER: The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Prochem, Inc.
    makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information in this document or any use of the
    product based on the information.
    DATE PREPARED: 06/14


    PROPIONIC ACID


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