Propene; Propylene

CAS 115-07-1 C₃H₆ MW 42.0900 Danger
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Hazard Statements

CodeStatementHazard Class
H220 Extremely flammable gas Flammable gases
H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated Gases under pressure
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects
H402 Harmful to aquatic life Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard

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.
P222 Do not allow contact with air.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P319 Get medical help if you feel unwell.
P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
P381 In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources.
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P410+P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

Physical Properties

Colorless gas with a faint petroleum like odor.

Boiling Point-53.9°F
Flash Point-162°F
Vapor Pressure1 mmHg at -205.4°F
Specific Gravity0.609 at -52.6°F

NFPA 704 Diamond

4
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Health Fire Reactivity

Synonyms

propene; 1-propene; methyl ethene; methylethylene

Data Sources

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