Product Identification

Product Name

Propanamide

Synonyms

Propionamide
Propionic acid amide
Propionic amide
Propionimidic acid
Propylamide

CAS

79-05-0

Formula

C3H7NO

Molecular Weight

73.099999999999994

EINECS

201-172-1

RTECS

UE2975000

RTECS Class

Other

Merck

12,8009

Beilstein/Gmelin

969258

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-00725

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Light yellow - white crystalline powder.

Solubility in water

Very soluble

Melting Point

79

Boiling Point

213

Vapor Pressure

0.1 (25 C)

Density

1.1 g/cm3

Partition Coefficient

-.7

Heat Of Vaporization

45.9 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.413 (110 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

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

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.

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

Flash Point

85

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

3

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents, acids, bases.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code

2924 19 00