Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
200-879-2/75-56-9
Name of the chemical
Methyloxirane (Propylene oxide)
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Version
8.11
Revision date
2024-07-02
Product name
1,2-Propylene oxide for synthesis
CAS No.
75-56-9
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Chemical for synthesis
Emergency telephone
+64 9 801 0034
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Company Information
company name
Merck Life Science Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
customersupport.anz@merckgroup.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H224, H302, H311, H311+H331, H319, H331, H335, H340, H350, H361, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H224
Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids (Category 1), H224 Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4), H302 Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 3), H331 Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 3), H311 Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2), H319 Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 1), H340 Carcinogenicity (Category 1), H350 Reproductive toxicity (Category 2), H361 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Respiratory system, H335 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard (Category 3), H412 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
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. H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Other hazards
- none