Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
75-56-9
Name of the chemical
Methyloxirane (Propylene oxide)
Concentration
>=99.9%
General Information
Revision date
2020-05-06
Product name
Propylene Oxide
CAS No.
75-56-9
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
A reactive monomer - For industrial applications only as a reactive chemical
Emergency telephone
Local Emergency Contact: 800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS classification in accordance with
Hazard pictograms
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Signal word
DANGER! Extremely flammable liquid and vapour. Harmful if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN (or hair): 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/ doctor. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice and/or attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up. Page 2 of 15
Disposal
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Other hazards
No data available
