Propionic acid

• Synonyms:

  Propanoic acid; Propanyl acid; Carboxyethane; Ethylformic acid; Methylacetic acid

• UN Code:

  UN3463

• Pictogram:

  02 - Flammable; 05 - Corrosive

• UDF Signal Word:

  Danger

• MDL Number:

  MFCD00002756

• Hazard Statement:

  H226 Flammable liquid and vapor; H302 Harmful if swallowed; H312 Harmful in contact with skin; H315 Causes skin irritation; H319 Causes serious eye irritation; H332 Harmful if inhaled; H335 May cause respiratory irritation; H370 Causes damage to organs.

• DOT Name:

  Propionic Acid (with not less than 90% acid by mass)

• DOT Classification:

  Class 8,3

• Packaging Group:

  PGII

• Precautions:

  P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking; P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray; P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection; P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell; P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water; P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing; P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing; P307+P311 IF exposed: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician; P332+P313 IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention; P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

• CAS Number:

  79-09-4