ICSC 1284 - SORBIC ACID

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SORBIC ACID	ICSC: 1284 (November 1998)
1,3-Pentadiene-1-carboxylic acid Hexa-2,4-dienoic acid (E,E)-2,4-Hexadienoic acid 2-Propenylacrylic acid

CAS #: 110-44-1

EC Number: 203-768-7

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.	NO open flames. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.	Use water in large amounts, water spray, foam.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
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	CLASSIFICATION & 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.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Well closed.
PACKAGING

SORBIC ACID

ICSC: 1284

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
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.	Formula: C₆H₈O₂ / CH₃CH=CHCH=CHCOOH Molecular mass: 112.1 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

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

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.

Formula: C₆H₈O₂ / CH₃CH=CHCH=CHCOOH
Molecular mass: 112.1
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

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.	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 long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

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

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

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT

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