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General Information
Version
1.2
Revision date
2020-11-03
Product name
Propionic acid
CAS No.
79-09-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For Laboratory, Research or Manufacturing Use
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Not determined
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Avantor Performance Materials, LLC
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info@avantormaterials.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H302, H311, H314
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
result in GHS classification: Hazard Classification Physical Hazards Flammable liquids Category 3
Health hazards
Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Unknown toxicity - Health Acute toxicity, inhalation, vapor 100 %
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting] equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Take action to prevent static discharges. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. Other hazards which do not None. result in GHS classification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Physical Hazards Flammable liquids Category 3 Health Hazards Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Unknown toxicity - Health Acute toxicity, inhalation, vapor 100 %
