Oxiran-2-ylmethanol; Glycidol; 2,3-Epoxy-1-propanol

CAS 556-52-5 C₃H₆O₂ MW 74.1000 Danger
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Hazard Statements

CodeStatementHazard Class
H227 Combustible liquid Flammable liquids
H302 Harmful if swallowed Acute toxicity, oral
H312 Harmful in contact with skin Acute toxicity, dermal
H319 Causes serious eye irritation Serious eye damage/eye irritation
H331 Toxic if inhaled Acute toxicity, inhalation
H340 May cause genetic defects Germ cell mutagenicity
H350 May cause cancer Carcinogenicity
H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child Reproductive toxicity
H370 Causes damage to organs Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure
H371 May cause damage to organs Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure
H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure

Precautionary Statements

CodeStatement
P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling.
P264+P265 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
P301+P317 IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/...
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
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+P316 IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately.
P316 Get emergency medical help immediately.
P317 Get emergency medical help.
P318 if exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
P319 Get medical help if you feel unwell.
P321 Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)).
P330 Rinse mouth.
P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish.
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL50 ppm
NIOSH REL25 ppm
NIOSH IDLH150 ppm
Skin NotationYes — can be absorbed through skin

Physical Properties

Colorless, odorless liquid.

Boiling Point320°F (decomposes)
Flash Point162°F
Vapor Pressure0.9 mmHg at 77°F
Specific Gravity1.12

Target Organs

Lungs Skin Eyes Nervous System

eye, upper respiratory, and skin irritation; CNS depression

Synonyms

2,3-epoxy-1-propanol; epoxypropyl alcohol; glycide; hydroxymethyl ethylene oxide; 2-hydroxymethyl oxiran; 3-hydroxypropylene oxide

Data Sources

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