MONOPROPYLENE GLYCOL INDUSTRIAL

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL TOXICITY / SYMPTOMS When heated, it emits toxic and Inhalation: It is not frequent due its low volatility, though prolonged irritant fumes. exposures to saturated atmospheres may cause irritation of respiratory system. It tends to oxidize at high Ingestion: May cause adverse effects on central nervous system . Other effects temperatures. may include excitation, euphoria, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, fatigue, tremors, convulsions, loss of consciousness, coma and even death by respiratory arrest. May also cause kidney damage and blood changes (hemoglobinuric nephrosis). It reduces intraocular pressure by raising osmotic pressure of blood. LD50: 20g/kg (oral-rat). Reaction with metals may produce Contact skin/eyes: In contact with skin may cause irritation, probably due hydrogen gas. dehydration; reddening, itching and inflammation. May be absorbed through the skin. In some cases by repeated contact may result in allergic skin reaction and severe irritation with erythema, edema and vesicles due, probably, to sweat retention. Slightly irritating. May cause slight irritation, lacrimation and a burning sensation in the eyes. LD50: 20.8 g/kg (skin-rabbit). General toxic effects: Inhalation or ingestion causes adverse effects on health. In contact with skin or eyes may cause irritation.