ICSC 0553 - 1-PROPANOL

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1-PROPANOL	ICSC: 0553 (November 2023)
n-Propyl alcohol Propyl alcohol Propan-1-ol Ethylcarbinol

CAS #: 71-23-8

UN #: 1274

EC Number: 200-746-9

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Highly flammable. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with strong acids or strong oxidants.	NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. NO contact with oxidizing agents or strong acids. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling.	Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Nausea. Weakness. Incoordination. Confusion.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin		Protective gloves.	First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Blurred vision.	Wear safety goggles.	Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention.
Ingestion	Aspiration hazard! Abdominal pain. Sore throat. Vomiting. See Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Remove all ignition sources. Consult an expert! Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and particulates adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER Highly flammable liquid and vapour Causes serious eye damage May cause drowsiness or dizziness May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants and strong acids. Well closed. Fireproof. Cool. Ventilation along the floor.
PACKAGING

1-PROPANOL

ICSC: 0553

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance CLEAR COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers The vapour mixes well with air, explosive mixtures are easily formed. Chemical dangers Reacts with strong oxidants and strong acids. This generates fire and explosion hazard. This produces irritating and toxic gases. Attacks some forms of plastic and rubber. On combustion, forms toxic gases including carbon monoxide.	Formula: C₃H₈O / CH₃CH₂CH₂OH Molecular mass: 60.1 Boiling point: 97°C Melting point: -127°C Relative density (water = 1): 0.8 (20°C) Solubility in water: miscible Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 2.0 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.1 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.02 Flash point: 15°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 371°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.1-13.5 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.25 Viscosity: 2.75-2.81 mm²/s at 20°C

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
CLEAR COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
The vapour mixes well with air, explosive mixtures are easily formed.

Chemical dangers
Reacts with strong oxidants and strong acids. This generates fire and explosion hazard. This produces irritating and toxic gases. Attacks some forms of plastic and rubber. On combustion, forms toxic gases including carbon monoxide.

Formula: C₃H₈O / CH₃CH₂CH₂OH
Molecular mass: 60.1
Boiling point: 97°C
Melting point: -127°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.8 (20°C)
Solubility in water: miscible
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 2.0
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.1
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.02
Flash point: 15°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 371°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.1-13.5
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.25
Viscosity: 2.75-2.81 mm²/s at 20°C

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, by ingestion and through the skin. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is severely irritating to the eyes. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure at high levels could cause unconsciousness. If swallowed the substance easily enters the airways and could result in aspiration pneumonitis.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, by ingestion and through the skin.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure at high levels could cause unconsciousness. If swallowed the substance easily enters the airways and could result in aspiration pneumonitis.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 100 ppm as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen)

ENVIRONMENT
Environmental effects of the substance have been adequately investigated, but no significant effects have been found.

NOTES
Use of alcoholic beverages enhances the harmful effect.

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