Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
200-879-2/75-56-9
Name of the chemical
Methyloxirane (Propylene oxide)
Concentration
<=100%
General Information
Version
6.13
Revision date
2024-09-07
Product name
(±)-Propylene oxide
CAS No.
75-56-9
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H224, H302, H311, H311+H331, H319, H335, H340, H350, H402
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H224
Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H311 + H331 Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H340 May cause genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H402 Harmful to aquatic life.
Precautionary statements
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P261 Avoid breathing mist or vapors. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 + P311 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Other hazards
- none
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Flammable liquids (Category 1), H224 Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4), H302 Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 3), H331 Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 3), H311 Eye irritation (Category 2A), H319 Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 1B), H340 Carcinogenicity (Category 1B), H350 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Respiratory system, H335 Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard (Category 3), H402 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.