PROPIONALDEHYDE | ICSC: 0550 (November 2003) |
Propionic aldehyde Methylacetaldehyde Propanal Propyl aldehyde |
CAS #: 123-38-6 |
UN #: 1275 |
EC Number: 204-623-0 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. | Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. Pain. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles 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. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from acids, bases and oxidants. Cool. Keep in the dark. Store only if stabilized. | |
PACKAGING | |
PROPIONALDEHYDE | ICSC: 0550 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C3H6O / CH3CH2CHO |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 20 ppm as TWA |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found. An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: F, Xi; R: 11-36/37/38; S: (2)-9-16-29 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations PROPIONALDEHYDE (JECFA Evaluation)