MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

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

                                                                             Last Revision:               January 23, 2004

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              0 3 – High                       Fire                  1 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:                        PROPYLENE GLYCOL

CHEMICAL NAME:               1,2-Propanediol

FORMULA:                CH₂OHCHOHCH₃;  C₃H₈O₂  M.W. = 76.09

MANUFACTURER:   Eastman Chemical Corp,

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

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

Propylene Glycol                                  000057-55-6       100%               NE                           NO

 

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           Clear, colorless liquid                      Boiling Point (^oF):                                 369 ^oF

Odor:                     Odorless                                        Freezing Point (^oF):                               -76 ^oF

pH:                         NA                                                            Specific Gravity (H₂O=1 @ 70^oF):       1.038

Water solubility:                        Complete                     Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20^oC: 0.08

Vapor Density (air=1):  2.62                             Volatile Organic (VOC) content:           NA

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)                0.005

 

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

Flash Point (Method):               215 ^oF (TOC)              Auto Ignition Temperature:        None

Flammability Limits:                  Lower              2.6% @ 212 ^oF            Upper              12.5% @ 266 ^oF

 

Extinguishing Media:                 Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or alcohol resistant foam. Alcohol resistant foam is preferred. Do not use a direct water stream as it will spread the fire.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  Wear chemical protective clothing and positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. Approach upwind to avoid toxic vapors. Do Not use a direct water stream.

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:       A direct water stream can create violent steam generation. Above 215 ^oF flammable vapor concentrations can accumulate. Liquid mist of this product can burn.

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

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

Conditions to Avoid:                 None known.

 

Materials to Avoid:                   Oxidizing materials.

 

Decomposition Products:          During a fire smoke may contain original material plus various toxic compounds that may include carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Propylene Glycol                                                                                                                                Page 2

SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      No

 

EYES:              Can cause slight transient irritation. Safety glasses are recommended. In the event of contact flush thoroughly with water. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

SKIN:              Essential nonirritating, even on prolonged contact. Repeated exposures may cause slight flaking, tenderness and softening of the skin. Rubber or neoprene gloves are recommended. In the event of contact wash with water. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:           A single prolonged (hours) inhalation exposure is not likely to cause adverse effects. Mists are not likely to be hazardous. Respiratory protection is not necessary.

 

INGESTION:              Single dose oral toxicity is low. No hazards are anticipated from swallowing small amounts incidental to normal handling. Repeated and excessive ingestion may cause central nervous system effects. Do Not induce vomiting. Get 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. Collect excess material. Flush

the residual material to a sanitary sewer.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Keep containers tightly closed. Store away from heat sources.

 

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

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Rinse with water. 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