| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Sorbic acid | 【Synonyms】
(2-Butenylidene)acetic acid
Crotylidene acetic acid
Hexadienic acid
Hexadienoic acid | 【CAS】
110-44-1 | 【Formula】
C6H8O2 | 【Molecular Weight】
112.13 | 【EINECS】
203-768-7 | 【RTECS】
WG2100000 | 【RTECS Class】
Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Tumorigen; Mutagen; Primary Irritant | 【Merck】
12,8869 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1741831 | 【Beilstein Reference】
2-02-00-00452 | 【EC Class】
irritant |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
White crystalline solid, with a weak characteristic odor. | 【Solubility in water】
Very soluble | 【Boiling Point】
228 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.02 (25 C) | 【Density】
1.204 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【pKa/pKb】
4.76 (pKa) | 【Partition Coefficient】
1.35 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
51.7 kJ/mol | 【Heat Of Combustion】
-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. | 【Saturation Concentration】
Very low at normal temperatures. | 【Vapor Density】
3.87 |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【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. | 【Inhalation】
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. | 【Eyes】
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【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. | 【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. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
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. | 【Skin】
May cause severe skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
May cause eye irritation. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 36/37/38 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 36 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【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. | 【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. | 【Poison Class】
- |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
127 | 【Autoignition】
> 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. | 【Fire Potential】
This chemical is combustible. |
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| Company Name: |
J & K SCIENTIFIC LTD. |
| Tel: |
010-82848833 400-666-7788 |
| Fax: |
86-10-82849933 |
| WebSite: |
http://www.jkchemical.com |
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