General Information
Revision date
2016-12-05
Product name
Methyl Propyl Ether
Product Synonyms
alpha-Methoxy propane
CAS No.
557-17-5
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Not for food or drug use
supplier name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Flammable liquids Category 2
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
May cause drowsiness or dizziness Highly flammable liquid and vapor
2.3 Other hazards
Not Applicable
Other hazards
Not available
Prevention
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ .? /equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep container tightly closed Keep cool
Response
IN CASE OF FIRE: Use dry chemical, water spray, alcohol-resistant foam or CO2 to extinguish. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
