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Sorbic acid(110-44-1)
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Physical and Chemical Properties
First Aid Measures
Handling and Storage
Hazards Identification
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Fire Fighting Measures
Accidental Release Measures
Stability and Reactivity
Transport Information
Product Identification
Product Name
Sorbic acid
Sorbic acid
Synonyms
(2-Butenylidene)acetic acid
Crotylidene acetic acid
Hexadienic acid
Hexadienoic acid
(2-Butenylidene)acetic acid
Crotylidene acetic acid
Hexadienic acid
Hexadienoic acid
CAS
110-44-1
110-44-1
Formula
C6H8O2
C6H8O2
Molecular Weight
112.13
112.13
EINECS
203-768-7
203-768-7
RTECS
WG2100000
WG2100000
RTECS Class
Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Tumorigen; Mutagen; Primary Irritant
Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Tumorigen; Mutagen; Primary Irritant
Merck
12,8869
12,8869
Beilstein/Gmelin
1741831
1741831
Beilstein Reference
2-02-00-00452
2-02-00-00452
EC Class
irritant
irritant
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance
White crystalline solid, with a weak characteristic odor.
White crystalline solid, with a weak characteristic odor.
Solubility in water
Very soluble
Very soluble
Boiling Point
228
228
Vapor Pressure
0.02 (25 C)
0.02 (25 C)
Density
1.204 g/cm3 (20 C)
1.204 g/cm3 (20 C)
pKa/pKb
4.76 (pKa)
4.76 (pKa)
Partition Coefficient
1.35
1.35
Heat Of Vaporization
51.7 kJ/mol
51.7 kJ/mol
Heat Of Combustion
-3112 kJ/mol
-3112 kJ/mol
Usage
Mold and yeast inhibitor, fungistatic agent for foods, especially cheeses. To improve characteristics of drying oils. In alkylated type coatings to improve gloss. To improve milling characteristics of cold rubber.
Mold and yeast inhibitor, fungistatic agent for foods, especially cheeses. To improve characteristics of drying oils. In alkylated type coatings to improve gloss. To improve milling characteristics of cold rubber.
Saturation Concentration
Very low at normal temperatures.
Very low at normal temperatures.
Vapor Density
3.87
3.87
First Aid Measures
Ingestion
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Skin
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Handling and Storage
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store below 40C. Store protected from light.
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store below 40C. Store protected from light.
Handling
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Hazards Identification
Ingestion
May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns.
May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns.
Inhalation
Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema.
Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema.
Skin
May cause severe skin irritation.
May cause severe skin irritation.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
May cause eye irritation.
EC Risk Phrase
R 36/37/38
R 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36
S 26 36
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Personal Protection
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Poison Class
-
-
Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point
127
127
Autoignition
> 130
> 130
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Dusts at sufficient concentrations can form explosive mixtures with air. To extinguish fire, use water fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or regular foam.
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Dusts at sufficient concentrations can form explosive mixtures with air. To extinguish fire, use water fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or regular foam.
Fire Potential
This chemical is combustible.
This chemical is combustible.
Accidental Release Measures
Small spills/leaks
Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Stability and Reactivity
Incompatibilities
Oxidizing agents.
Oxidizing agents.
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Transport Information
HS Code
2916 19 30
2916 19 30
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