Updated February 14, 2008
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Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
I ngestion: Acute effects from oral overexposure: Diarrhea &
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
vomiting, cramps, increased pulse and respiration rate, increased
Product Name: Glycerin body temperature, falling blood pressure.
I NCI Name: Glycerin
Chemical Name: Glycerol
8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
CAS Number: 56-81-5
EI NECS Number: 200-289-5 Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 15 to
Origin: 20 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with water.
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES I nhalation: Remove from area of exposure to fresh air, seek
medical attention if symptoms persist.
Boiling / Melting Point: 554oC (1029oF) liquid at RT
I ngestion: Give small amounts of water to drink to dilute glycerin.
Specific Gravity, H2O= 1: 1.21
If symptoms develop, consult medical personnel. Never give
Vapor Pressure, mmHg: 2.4 at 140潞 C
anything to mouth to an unconscious person.
Vapor Density, Air= 1: >1
Volatiles, % by Volume: not available
9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
Evaporation Rate: <1
Solubility in Water: soluble
NFPA Hazard Rating: Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 1
HLB Value: not available
Flash Point: 390oC (734oF)
Appearance: clear, slightly viscous liquid
Fire Point: 204oC (400oF)
Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, CO2, water.
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards : Cool as rapidly as possible
General: stable, hazardous polymerisation will not occur to reduce toxic acrolein level. (Acrolein formed at boiling point is
I ncompatible Materials / Conditions to Avoid: nitric acid, explosive with air).
potassium per manganate, oxidants Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should use self-
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Acrolein if heated to contained NIOSH approved breathing apparatus to avoid exposure
260oC (500oF) to smoke and vapor.
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE 10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
Store in closed containers between 50oF and 120oF protected from LD50: not available
humidity. Keep away from oxidizing agents, excessive heat, and Teratogenicity, Carcinogenicity: no data available
ignition sources. Store and use in well ventilated areas. Do not
store or use near heat, spark, or flamer; also store out of sun. 11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
Precautions: To retain color and purity store in stainless steel
Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
vessels with provision made to protect against absorption of
state & federal disposal regulations. Characterization and
moisture from air.
compliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the
generator.
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill Clean-up Procedures: Remove sources of ignition, contain 12. TRANSPORT I NFORMATI ON
spill to smallest area possible. Stop leak if possible. Pick up small
UN Hazard Class: n/ a
spills with water or absorbent materials such as paper towels.
NFPA Codes: Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 1
Recover large spills for salvage or disposal. Wash hard surfaces
with safety solvent or detergent. Caution: slippery surface.
13. DI SCLAI MER
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON
This information relates only to the specific material designated and
Respiratory Protection: If used at temperatures > 140oC may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
(> 284oF), wear a NOISH approved organic vapor/ mist respirator. other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be
Protective Clothing: Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and
recommended to protect eyes from mists or splashing. PVC coated reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation, war-
gloves recommended to prevent skin contact. ranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as to its
Other Protective Measures: Employees must practice good accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no respon-
personal hygiene, washing exposed areas of skin several times daily sibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential,
and laundering contaminated clothing before re-use. arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to satisfy himself as
to the suitableness & completeness of such information for his own
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON particular use.
General: Primary route of exposure under normal use: Skin
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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