Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
75-56-9
Name of the chemical
Methyloxirane (Propylene oxide)
Concentration
>95
General Information
Version
This safety data sheet was created pursuant to the requirements of
Revision date
2017-07-18
Product name
(+/-)-Propylene oxide
Product Synonyms
1,2-Epoxypropane; Methyloxirane
CAS No.
75-56-9
Emergency telephone
001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific UK
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H224, H302, H311, H319, H335, H340, H350
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H224
Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Extremely flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if swallowed Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause genetic defects May cause cancer Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear eye/face protection Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment Keep cool Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Take action to prevent static discharges Use non-sparking tools
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor Skin Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to [US] OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200, 2024) Flammable liquids Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 3 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system.