ICSC 1524 - 1,3-PROPANE SULTONE

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1,3-PROPANE SULTONE	ICSC: 1524 (November 2016)
1,2-Oxathiolane-2,2-dioxide 3-Hydroxy-1-propanesulphonic acid sultone 1-Propanesulfonic acid, 3-hydroxy-gamma-sultone

CAS #: 1120-71-4

UN #: 2811

EC Number: 214-317-9

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames.	In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

See EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE. AVOID ALL CONTACT!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation		Use closed system.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Pain. Burning sensation. Symptoms may be delayed.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Wear protective gloves when administering first aid. Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention if skin irritation occurs.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer for medical attention.
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Vacuum with specialist equipment (See Notes) or carefully sweep into sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. If liquid: collect leaking liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes skin and eye irritation Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Dry. Well closed. Separated from food and feedstuffs.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

1,3-PROPANE SULTONE

ICSC: 1524

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE CRYSTALS OR COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes including sulfur oxides. Reacts with moist air. This produces toxic 3-propane sulfonic acid.	Formula: C₃H₆O₃S Molecular mass: 122.1 Decomposes Melting point: 31°C Density (at 25°C): 1.392 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml: 10 (moderate) Flash point: >110°C

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALS OR COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes including sulfur oxides. Reacts with moist air. This produces toxic 3-propane sulfonic acid.

Formula: C₃H₆O₃S
Molecular mass: 122.1
Decomposes
Melting point: 31°C
Density (at 25°C): 1.392 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 10 (moderate)
Flash point: >110°C

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes and skin. The skin effects may appear after a latency period of a few hours.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure This substance is carcinogenic to humans. May cause genetic damage in humans.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and skin. The skin effects may appear after a latency period of a few hours.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
This substance is carcinogenic to humans. May cause genetic damage in humans.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans). MAK: skin absorption (H); carcinogen category: 1; germ cell mutagen group: 3A

ENVIRONMENT
Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated adequately.

NOTES
NEVER use a domestic-type vacuum cleaner to vacuum the substance, only use specialist equipment. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Do NOT take working clothes home.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T; R: 45-21/22; S: 53-45; Note: E

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