General Information
Revision date
2013-10-02
Product name
iso-Propyl Ether
CAS No.
108-20-3
Emergency telephone
908-859-2151
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Avantor Performance Materials, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
29 CFR 1910.1200) Emergency Overview: Appearance: Color: Colorless Form : Volatile liquid Odor: Ether-like odor
Signal word
DANGER!
Potential health effects
General Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause drying, cracking, or irritation. High vapor concentrations may cause drowsiness and irritation of the eyes or respiratory tract. Potential Physical / Chemical Extremely flammable liquid and gas - may cause flash fire. Will be easily ignited Effects: by heat, spark or flames. Forms explosive peroxides. Inhalation: May cause irritation to the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. In high concentrations, vapors and aerosol mists have a narcotic effect and may cause headache, fatigue, dizziness and nausea. Skin: Causes mild skin irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact with skin may cause redness, itching, irritation and eczema/chapping. Eye: May cause temporary eye irritation. Ingestion: May irritate and cause stomach pain, vomiting and diarrhoea.
Potential chronic health
Frequent or prolonged contact may defat and dry the skin, leading to discomfort and dermatitis. Signs and Symptoms: Pre-existing skin and respiratory disorders may be aggravated by exposure.
Principle Routes of Exposure
Skin and/or eye contact., Inhalation, Ingestion Target Organs: Central nervous system OSHA Regulatory Status This product is hazardous according to OSHA 29CFR 1910.1200.
Environmental hazards
The product components are not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, this does not exclude the possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment.