Agent Name
Propionyl chloride
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Synonyms
Propionic acid chloride; Propionic chloride; Propanoyl chloride; [ChemIDplus] Chloro ethyl ketone; [CAMEO] UN1815
Description
Liquid with a pungent odor; [Merck Index] Colorless liquid; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used to make other chemicals; [CAMEO]
Comments
Decomposed vigorously by water; [Merck Index] Reacts with water producing propionic acid and hydrochloric acid; Corrosive and highly irritating to skin and eyes; [CAMEO] Reacts violently with water; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Explanatory Notes
Not TIH in land-based spills, but TiH substance released when spilled in water; [ERG 2016]
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:
Processes
Industrial Processes with risk of exposure: