METHYL PROPIONATE | ICSC: 1029 (October 2004) |
Propanoic acid, methyl ester |
CAS #: 554-12-1 |
UN #: 1248 |
EC Number: 209-060-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. NO contact with oxidizing agents. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding). Use non-sparking handtools. | 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. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
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 | Abdominal pain. Vomiting. | 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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Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Remove all ignition sources. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in covered containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT wash away into sewer. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Cool. Separated from oxidants. | |
PACKAGING | |
METHYL PROPIONATE | ICSC: 1029 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
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Formula: C4H8O2 / C2H5COOCH3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Inhalation risk
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ENVIRONMENT |
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Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated adequately. |
NOTES |
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This substance is used as a strawberry flavour in food. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: F, Xn; R: 11-20; S: (2)-16-24-29-33 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations METHYL PROPIONATE (JECFA Evaluation)