MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

Wausau Chemical Corporation, 2001 N. River Drive, Wausau, WI 54403

                                                                             Last Revision:               January 27, 2004

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              0 3 – High                       Fire                  0 2 – Moderate               Reactivity         0 1 – Slight                      Other 0 - Least

Emergency       CHEMTREC               800-424-9300

Phones:            Wausau Chemical         715-842-2285

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

 

 

 

NAME:            GLYCERINE-IND-99.5%

FORMULA:    CH₂OHCHOHCH₂OH    M.W. = 92.09

SYNONYMS:             Glycerol; 1,2,3-propanetriol

MANUFACTURERS:  Dow Chemical Corp; ICC Chemical Corp

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

CHEMICAL COMPONENTS            CAS #             PERCENT       PEL/TWA        SARA III, SEC 313    

Glycerine                                              000056-81-05   99.5%                        10 mg/m³                      NO

 

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           Water white liquid                           Boiling Point (^oF):                                 554^oF

Odor:                     Odorless                                        Freezing Point (^oF):                               64^oF

pH:                         NA                                                            Specific Gravity (H₂O=1 @ 70^oF):       1.260

Water solubility:            Miscible; Infinite                       Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20^oC: <1.0

Vapor Density (air=1)   :           3.1                               Volatile Organic (VOC) content:           NA

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)                ND

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

Flash Point (Method):               390^oF               Explosive Limits: Lower            ND      Upper              ND     

Flammable Limits:                     None                Auto Ignition Temperature:        698^oF

Extinguishing Media:                 Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or alcohol resistant foam.

 

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  Wear chemical protective clothing and positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. Approach upwind to avoid toxic vapors.

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:                   Do not use direct water stream, may cause fire to spread.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

Stable:    X  Unstable:               Hazardous Polymerization:   Occurs:                 Does not Occur:           X

 

Conditions to Avoid:                 Avoid strong oxidizing agents (such as sodium hypochlorite, hypochlorous acid).

Materials to Avoid:                   Oxidizing materials.

 

Decomposition Products:          Acrolein

 

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      No

 

EYES:              May cause slight (transient) irritation. Corneal injury is unlikely. Use chemical goggles when handling this product. In the event of contact flush thoroughly with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

SKIN:              Not likely to cause skin irritation on repeated or prolonged contact. Continuous contact may absorb through the skin in harmful amounts. Use neoprene or rubber gloves and apron when handling this product. In the event of contact wash thoroughly with soap and water. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:           Mist or vapors can cause irritation of the respiratory system.

 

INGESTION:              Single does toxicity is considered to be very low. Small amounts are not likely to cause injury. Larger quantities may be harmful. Do Not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention.

 

IN ALL CASES:          GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IF ADVERSE EFFECTS PERSIST

 

PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY:      Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion.

 

HYGIENE:      Wash hands and face before eating or drinking. Wash soiled clothing before wearing again                     if contact occurs.

SECTION 7 – PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING, STORAGE AND USE

 

 

 

SPILLS AND LEAKS:            Contain to prevent loss to the environment. Absorb and collect excess material. Do not flush any residual to sewers, storm drain, waterway, or soil.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Keep containers tightly closed. Store above 64^oF and below 130^oF.

 

WASTE DISPOSAL:              Follow recommendations of local, state and federal regulations.

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Replace and firmly tighten closures. Send to a recycling center or return to Wausau Chemical Corporation.

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 

 

 

DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:                  NONE

 

LABEL REQUIRED                                        NONE

 

The information contained herein is given in good faith, but no warranty, representation, inducement or license of any kind is made, except that the information is accurate to the best of Wausau Chemical Corporation’s knowledge, or is obtained from sources believed by Wausau Chemical Corporation to be reliable and accurate. Wausau Chemical Corporation does not assume any legal responsibility for use or reliance upon the information being furnished. Customers are encouraged to conduct their own tests. Before using any product, read the container label directions as well as the Material Safety Data Sheet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

ND – Not Determined              NA – Not Applicable               NE – Not Established