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Propionaldehyde

CAS 123-38-6
EC 204-623-0

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Propionaldehyde
Product Code
131510000; 131510010; 131510025; 131510250; 131510100
Chemical Name
Propionaldehyde
Synonyms
Propanal

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
123-38-6 Check regulations →
EC Number
204-623-0 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific UK

distributor

Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom

A

Acros Organics BVBA

distributor

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

Emergency Contacts

Fisher Scientific

001-800-ACROS-01

Fisher Scientific

+32 14 57 52 11

Emergency Contact

001-201-796-7100

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 99

CHEMTREC

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H302 + H332 Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
H315 Causes skin irritation
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Propionaldehyde EC: 204-623-0 123-38-6 95% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Symptoms: Inhalation of high vapor concentrations may cause symptoms like headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.

Symptoms: Causes severe eye damage.

Ingestion

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention if symptoms occur or persist following exposure.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.

Unsuitable media

No information available.

Specific hazards

Flammable. Containers may explode when heated. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.

Instructions

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Remove all sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Environmental

Should not be released into the environment.

Cleanup methods

Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools. To avoid ignition of vapors by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Storage

Flammables area. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep refrigerated. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep under nitrogen. May form explosive peroxides on prolonged storage.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools. To avoid ignition of vapors by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source

Hands

Protective gloves. Glove material: Butyl rubber, Nitrile rubber, Neoprene, Natural rubber, PVC. Breakthrough time: >480 minutes (Butyl rubber). Glove thickness: 0.635 mm (Butyl rubber). EU standard: Level 6 (Butyl rubber), EN 374 (Butyl rubber, Nitrile rubber). Glove comments: As tested under EN374-3 Determination of Resistance to Permeation by Chemicals

Eyes

Goggles (European standard - EN 166)

Respiratory

No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions. Large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Small scale/Laboratory use: Maintain adequate ventilation

Skin/Body

Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Inspect gloves before use. Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. (Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information). Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g. sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion. Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.

Environmental

Prevent product from entering drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Odor Threshold
No data available
Vapor Pressure
330 hPa @ 20 °C
Colour
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Odor
Stench
Crystallisation Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Molecular Weight
58.08
Bulk Density
Not applicable
Appearance
Colorless
Boiling Point
48 °C / 118.4 °F
Ph
Not applicable
Dynamic Viscosity
0.6 mPa s at 20 °C
Flammability
Highly flammable
Upper Explosive Limit
17 Vol%
Colour Intensity
---
Solubility In Water
540 g/L (20°C)
Auto Ignition Temperature
190 - °C / 374 - °F
Density
---
Partition Coefficient
log Pow 0.59
Solubility In Fat
---
Form
---
Physical State
Liquid
Cloud Point
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Solubility
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Flash Point
-40 °C / -40 °F
Properties Status
---
Freezing Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
2.9 Vol%
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Vapor Density
---
Explosive Limits
---
Voc Content
---
Relative Density
0.798
Softening Point
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Melting Point
-81 °C / -113.8 °F
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Air sensitive, May form explosive peroxides on prolonged storage.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous Polymerization: Polymerization can occur. Hazardous Reactions: None under normal processing.

Avoid

Incompatible products. Excess heat. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Exposure to air.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents. Strong bases. Reducing Agent. Strong acids. Amines.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO₂).

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN1275
Shipping Name
PROPIONALDEHYDE
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Propionaldehyde known by?

Propionaldehyde is also known as: Propanal

What is the hazard signal word for Propionaldehyde?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Propionaldehyde?

Propionaldehyde is a liquid appearing as colorless . It has stench odor.

What is Propionaldehyde used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for Propionaldehyde?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor
  • H302 + H332: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation

What is the melting point of Propionaldehyde?

The melting point is -81 °C / -113.8 °F and the boiling point is 48 °C / 118.4 °F.