Propionic acid

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids Category 3 Corrosive to metals Category 1

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 5 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory tract irritation - Single exposure [Category 3]

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic hazard Category 3 Long-term aquatic hazard Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable liquid and vapour May be corrosive to metals May be harmful if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation Harmful to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Keep only in original container. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Take precautionary measures against ignition by the static discharge and the spark. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection.

Response

IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container through a waste management company authorized by the local government.