MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
GLYCERIN
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DATE PREPARED: 3-8-90 BY: Patrick L. Johnson
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
PRODUCT: Glycerin, USP
SYNONYMS: Glycerol, 1,2,3-Propanetriol
MOLECULAR FORMULA: C3 H3 O8 MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 92.09
INGREDIENT (CAS #) % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Glycerin (56-81-5) 95-100 N/A N/A
Water (7732-18-5) 0-5 N/A N/A
SECTION 2 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
550o F
BOILING POINT: VAPOR PRESSURE: N/A
MELTING POINT: N/A VAPOR DENSITY: N/A
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.26 EVAPORATION RATE: N/A
(WATER = 1) (BUTYL ACETATE = 1)
WATER SOLUBILITY: 100% WATER REACTIVE: No
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Clear, colorless, viscous liquid with a bland odor.
SECTION 3 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
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320o F (TCC)
FLASH POINT (METHOD):
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: N/A
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LOWER: N/A UPPER: N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Fire fighters should wear full protective gear including
self-contained breathing apparatus.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Contact with strong oxidizers may cause an
explosion. As with any organic compound, this material may produce toxic carbon monoxide and
dioxide gases if heated to decomposition.
SECTION 4 - REACTIVITY HAZARD DATA
STABILITY: Stable ( X ) Unstable ( )
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Contact with strong oxidizing agents may cause
an explosion.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: May liberate acrolein.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: May Occur ( ) Will Not Occur ( X )
SECTION 5 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
TOXICITY: LD50 : Oral (rat) 12.6 mg/kg
CARCINOGEN LISTED BY: NTP Yes ( ) No ( X )
IARC Yes ( ) No ( X )
OSHA Yes ( ) No ( X )
Other Yes ( ) No ( X )
ROUTES OF ENTRY: Inhalation, ingestion, contact.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE:
INHALATION: May cause irritation of the respiratory tract.
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EYE CONTACT: May cause irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: May cause irritation.
INGESTION: May cause irritation of the gastrointestinal tract, nausea, vomiting, headache,
thirst.
CHRONIC EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: Dehydration, diarrhea, convulsions, paralysis,
hemolysis.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY OVEREXPOSURE: Dehydration, diarrhea.
EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration and seek
medical attention.
EYE CONTACT: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash with soap and water. If irritation persists or develops, seek medical
attention.
INGESTION: Seek medical attention or contact a poison control center immediately.
SECTION 6 - CONTROL AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: A NIOSH-approved respirator should be used if ventilation is not
adequate.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Rubber.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses or goggles.
VENTILATION: General room ventilation is normally adequate.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Appropriate laboratory apparel.
HYGIENIC WORK PRACTICES: Do not eat, drink or smoke near this material. Wash any
contaminated clothing before reuse. Avoid wearing contact lenses when working with this material due
to the possibility of increased severity of eye damage.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS: Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Avoid breathing mist.
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STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated location in a tightly sealed container.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Containers, even those that have been emptied, will contain product
residue and vapors, and should be treated as if they were full.
SECTION 8 - SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE OF SPILL OR DISCHARGE: Wear all protective equipment
including: respirator, goggles, gloves. Mop up spillage with an absorbent material and place in a tight
container for later disposal. Avoid contamination of sewers, storm drains, surface waters and soils.
Wash thoroughly after handling and wash all clothing and protective equipment before reuse.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state, federal, and
environmental regulations.
SECTION 9 - DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet has been compiled from reliable sources
and is believed to be correct as of the date issued. It is the responsibility of the user to determine the
appropriateness and applicability to their situation. Paddock Laboratories, Inc. disclaims any expressed
or implied warranty as to the accuracy of the above information and shall not be held liable for any
direct, incidental, or consequential damages from use or reliance on the above information.
DEFINITIONS OF ABBREVIATIONS USED:
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS: Chemical Abstract Service
IARC: Internal Agency for Research on Cancer
IDLH: Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health level
LC50 : Median Lethal Concentration
LD50 : Median Lethal Dose
N/A: Not available
NTP: National Toxicology Program
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit
TLV: Threshold Limit Value
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