===================== Product Identification =====================
MSDS NAME:PROPYLENE OXIDE
NIIN:00D000001
MSDS Number: BBCBG
=== Responsible Party ===
Company:UNION CARBIDE CORP, LINDE DIV
Emergency Phone Num:212-551-4785
CAGE:8N493
=== Contractor Identification ===
Company:UNION CARBIDE CORP, LINDE DIV
CAGE:8N493
============= Composition/Information on Ingredients =============
Name:PROPYLENE OXIDE (SARA III)
CAS:75-56-9
RTECS #:TZ2975000
Fraction by Wt: 100%
OSHA PEL:100 PPM
ACGIH TLV:20 PPM; 9293
EPA Rpt Qty:100 LBS
DOT Rpt Qty:100 LBS
===================== Hazards Identification =====================
Effects of Overexposure:HDACHE, DIZZ, NAUSEA, VOMIT, LOSS OF
CONSCIOUSNESS. LIQ IRRIT EYE, MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS.
======================= First Aid Measures =======================
First Aid:INH: REMOVE TO FRESH AIR, GIVE ARTIF RESP. IF BRTHNG STOPPED,
GIVE OXYGEN. CALL MD. FLUSH SKIN/EYE CNTCT W/PLENTY OF WATER. GET
MD FOR EYES. REMOVE CONTAM CLOTHING/SHOES. WASH UNDERLYING SKIN.
===================== Fire Fighting Measures =====================
Flash Point:<0F
Lower Limits:2.1
Upper Limits:21.5
Extinguishing Media:CARBON DIOXIDE, DRY CHEM, ALCOHOL OR POLYMER FOAM
Fire Fighting Procedures:NONE
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:NONE
================== Accidental Release Measures ==================
Spill Release Procedures:FLUSH AWAY SPILLED MATL W/LG VOLUMES OF WATER.
====================== Handling and Storage ======================
Handling and Storage Precautions:EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. BRTHNG OF VAPOR
HARMFUL. LIQ MAY CAUSE EYE/SKIN IRRIT.
============= Exposure Controls/Personal Protection =============
Respiratory Protection:AIR-SUPP MASK FOR CONC ABOVE 2% BY VOLUME
Ventilation:LOCAL EXH REC, MECH ACCEPTABLE
Protective Gloves:PLASTIC
Eye Protection:VAPOR-PROOF GOGGLES
Supplemental Safety and Health
================== Physical/Chemical Properties ==================
HCC:F2
Boiling Pt:B.P. Text:93.7F
Vapor Pres:2
Vapor Density:2.0
Spec Gravity:0.8304
Evaporation Rate & Reference:BUTYL ACET = 1, 34
Solubility in Water:40.5
Appearance and Odor:WATER-WHITE LIQ, NONRESIDUAL ODOR
Percent Volatiles by Volume:100
================= Stability and Reactivity Data =================
Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:YES
ALKALIES, ACIDS
Stability Condition to Avoid:SPARKS, FLAMES
Hazardous Decomposition Products:NONE
Conditions to Avoid Polymerization:CONTAM W/ALKALIES, AQUEOUS ACIDS,
AMINES, HI TEMPS
==================== Disposal Considerations ====================
Waste Disposal Methods:INCINERATE IN FURNACE
Disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
This information is formulated for use by elements of the Department
of Defense. The United States of America in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. Any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.
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