ICSC 0321 - PROPYLENE GLYCOL

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PROPYLENE GLYCOL	ICSC: 0321 (April 2014)
1,2-Propanediol Methyl ethylene glycol 1,2-Dihydroxypropane

CAS #: 57-55-6

EC Number: 200-338-0

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible.	NO open flames.	Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Dry throat. Cough.	Avoid inhalation of mist and vapour. Use ventilation.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin		Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Dryness of eyes. Pain. Itching.	Wear safety spectacles.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible).
Ingestion	See Effects of short-term exposure	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Absorb liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria No hazard classification according to GHS criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants and alkalis. Dry. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor.
PACKAGING

PROPYLENE GLYCOL

ICSC: 0321

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS ODOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC VISCOUS LIQUID. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Reacts violently with strong oxidants and alkalis. This generates fire hazard.	Formula: C₃H₈O₂ / CH₃CHOHCH₂OH Molecular mass: 76.1 Boiling point: 188.2°C Melting point: -59°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.04 Solubility in water: miscible Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 10.6 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.6 Flash point: 101°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 420°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.6-12.6 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.92 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS ODOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC VISCOUS LIQUID.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Reacts violently with strong oxidants and alkalis. This generates fire hazard.

Formula: C₃H₈O₂ / CH₃CHOHCH₂OH
Molecular mass: 76.1
Boiling point: 188.2°C
Melting point: -59°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.04
Solubility in water: miscible
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 10.6
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.6
Flash point: 101°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 420°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.6-12.6
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.92
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure Effects of short-term exposure The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. Ingestion of large amounts could cause metabolic acidosis.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given whether a harmful concentration in the air will be reached. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. Ingestion of large amounts could cause metabolic acidosis.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given whether a harmful concentration in the air will be reached.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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