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SODIUM PROPIONATEICSC: 0557 (June 2011)
Propionic acid, sodium salt
E281
CAS #: 137-40-6
EC Number: 205-290-4

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.  NO open flames.  PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding).  Use water in large amounts.   

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use local exhaust.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin   Protective gloves.  Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety spectacles.  Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

No hazard classification according to GHS criteria 

Transportation
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
Dry. Well closed. 
PACKAGING
 
SODIUM PROPIONATE ICSC: 0557
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALLINE POWDER WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

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

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes of sodium oxide. The solution in water is a weak base. 

Formula: CH3CH2COONa / C3H5NaO2
Molecular mass: 96.1
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 100 (good)
Melting point: 210°C
Flash point: >250°C o.c. 


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
See Notes. 

Effects of short-term exposure
See Notes. 

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
See Notes. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
Health effects of exposure to the substance have been investigated but no serious effects have been found so far. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       SODIUM PROPIONATE (JECFA Evaluation)