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SORBIC ACID
ICSC: 1284
Peer-Review Status: 25.11.1998 Validated
1,3-Pentadiene-1-carboxylic acid
Hexa-2,4-dienoic acid
(E,E)-2,4-Hexadienoic acid
2-Propenylacrylic acid 
CAS #: 110-44-1 RTECS #: WG2100000
EINECS #: 203-768-7
 		    Formula: C6H8O2 / CH3CH=CHCH=CHCOOH
Molecular mass: 112.1

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.  NO open flames.  Use water in large amounts, water spray, foam. 
EXPLOSION Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.  Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.   
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!   
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin Redness. Pain.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes Redness. Pain. Blurred vision.  Wear safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Burning sensation.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Rest. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles.   
EC Classification
 
UN Classification
 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
  Well closed. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER. 

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. 

Chemical dangers
The solution in water is a weak acid. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):. 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol. 

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Sublimation point: 60°C
Decomposes at 228°C
Melting point: 134.5°C
Density: 1.2 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 30°C: 0.25 (poor)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: <1.3
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.87
Flash point: 127°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.33   		 

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Sorbic acid (FAO Nutrition Meetings Report Series 40abc)
       SORBIC ACID (JECFA Evaluation)