PROPIONIC ACID,

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous according to the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 3

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic in contact with skin Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Flammable liquid and vapor

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

May be harmful if swallowed

Prevention

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish. 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. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant