Praxair cannot assure the integrity or accuracy of any version of this document after it has. It was concluded that polymerization was catalyzed by an amine accelerator in the resin bretherick, 5th ed. Sds of propylene oxide, safety data sheets, cas 75569. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. It is also used as a chemical intermediate for the manufacture of. Propylene oxide ch3chch2o or c3h6o cid 6378 structure, chemical names. Polyether polyols consume the largest share of propylene oxide using between 6070% of the total global volume. We have begun to represent product from skc of korea. Propylene oxide technical bulletin huntsman corporation. Propylene is also used as a calibration component in the automotive and chemical industries. This product presents no reported health hazards during normal use. H220 extremely flammable gas h280 contains gas under pressure. Polymerization of ethylene oxide, propylene oxide, and other.
Ethylene oxide c2h4o safety data sheet sds p4798 praxair, inc. Other companies are charging thousands of dollars to set up accounts and give you access to their msds online database. To know about the assumptions considered for the study, download the pdf brochure. Sep 26, 2019 the atsdr toxicological profile succinctly characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects information for the hazardous substance described here. Consumers may be exposed through ingestion of propylene oxide residues in foods resulting from its use as an indirect food additive or by contact with. Propylene oxide, 2 ppm twa, 400 ppm idlh, 100 ppm twa. The atsdr toxicological profile succinctly characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects information for the hazardous substance described here. Propylene glycols consume another 20% of the total, and propylene glycol ethers consume about 5%. Propylene oxide technical bulletin page 3 of 3 for your protection health and safety the safety and health information in this data sheet does not contain sufficient detail for safe handling in all cases. It is used in the production of a wide variety of petrochemical products such as polypropylene. Propylene oxide is an organic compound with the molecular formula ch 3 chch 2 o. Acute shortterm exposure of humans and animals to propylene oxide has caused eye and respiratory tract irritation. Chemical properties of propylene oxide cas 75569 download as pdf file download as excel file download as 2d mole file predict properties. Department of transportation hazard labels, and a general description of the chemical.
Propylene oxide po is an extremely versatile chemical intermediate used to produce a wide range of industrial and commercial products. The information in cameo chemicals comes from a variety of data sources. Propylene oxide is used primarily as a chemical intermediate in the production of polyethers and propylene glycol. Disclaimer the sds samples above are collected from the internet by chemblink and displayed here for the tutorial purpose only. Other pertinent literature is also presented, but is described in less detail than the key studies. Product data and technical information corporate statement. The most common method, the chlorohydrin process produces chlorinated by products which must be disposed of. Propylene oxide is a synthetic, highlyflammable, volatile, colorless liquid that is soluble in water and miscible with many organic solvents. Dermal contact, even with dilute solutions, has caused skin. Pdf direct oxidation of propylene to propylene oxide. Propylene oxide propylene oxide 75569 methyloxirane, 1,2epoxypropane is a significant organic chemical product used primarily as a reaction intermediate for production of polyether polyols, propylene.
Pdf direct oxidation of propylene to propylene oxide with. For detailed safety and health information refer to the material safety data sheet for this product. Methyloxirane, 12 epoxypropane, methyl ethylene oxide, propylene epoxide. Propylene glycol is a relatively nontoxic liquid that is. Propylene oxide is also used as a reactant to produce alkanol amines from ammonia or amines and as an intermediate in the production of allyl alcohol. In the case of inhalation of aerosolmist consult a. The direct oxidation of propylene to propylene oxide po using molecular oxygen has many advantages over existing chlorohydrin and hydroperoxide process, which produce side products and require.
This colourless volatile liquid with an odour resembling ether, is produced on a large scale industrially. Because of the potential for violent decomposition, containers of ethylene oxide must be properly blanketed with an inert gas and given extraordinary protection against fire exposure store only where temperature will not exceed 125f 52c. Electron microscopy sciences propylene oxide, em grade, 75. Refer to the elastomer chemical compatibility chart for a more detailed list of chemical interactions. Praxair cannot assure the integrity or accuracy of any version of this document. This msds should be retained and available for employees and other users of this product. Read the entire msds for a more thorough evaluation of the hazards. Our msds database is an easy to use, do it yourself tool, and best of all.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture. Its major application is its use for the production of polyether polyols for use in making polyurethane plastics. Conventional production of propylene oxide has many drawbacks. Find msds or sds, a coa, data sheets and more information. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking 1. Post no smokingno open flames signs in storage and use areas. Firefighting measures promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. An explosion occurred when propylene oxide was added to an epoxy resin. New test data demonstrate that propylene oxide is not irritating to the skin and hence, skin irritation category 2 classification is not. May react with oxygen and strong oxidizing agents, such as chlorates, nitrates, peroxides, etc. Upi has historically sold propylene glycol and di propylene glycol into the food, fragrance, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical sectors that it serves. Consumers may be exposed through ingestion of propylene oxide residues in foods resulting from its use as an indirect food additive or by contact with consumer products containing propylene oxide. Therefore care should be taken in case of fire in considerable quantities of propylene imine, to.
Propylene is used in mixtures for the calibration of process control instruments in the petrochemicalchemical industry. Ethylene oxide safety data sheet p4798 this sds conforms to u. Handling and storage advice on general occupational hygiene conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities eating, drinking and. They are primary in propylene oxide, a key feedstock for pg and dpg production. For unknown concentrations or immediately dangerous to life or health any suppliedair respirator with a full facepiece that is operated in a pressuredemand or other positive. Propylene oxide and propylene oxide monitoring interscan. Propylene is also used widely as a chemical intermediate. Other processes produce a coproduct, like styrene, which adversely. Enter synonyms, trade names or additional information found in. Never attempt to transfer gases from one cylindercontainer to another.
Symptoms may include dizziness, headache, nausea and loss of coordination. Propylene oxide is a colorless, lowboiling and highly volatile liquid. Electron microscopy sciences 20401 molecular formula c3h6o, molecular weight 58. Propylene oxide pdf, 41kb propylene oxide urethane grade pdf, 38kb propylene oxide handling pdf, 38kb huntsman internationals state of the art propylene oxide po production facility utilizes proprietary technology to produce po and coproduct methyl tertiary butyl ether mtbe by one of the lowest cost routes available today. Lyondellbasell is the worlds leading producer of propylene oxide po, a commodity chemical used in the manufacturing of thousands of everyday products, ranging from antifreeze to cosmetics. Production of propylene oxide from propylene using. Use only nonsparking tools and equipment in the cleanup process. For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcoholresistant foam. Instability and reactivity hazards propylene oxide is a stable material that will not decompose under normal conditions of temperature and pressure.
It is a chiral epoxide, although it is commonly used as a racemic mixture. Contain and absorb spilled liquid with noncombustible, inert absorbent material e. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. It is also used as a pesticide and a fumigant for the sterilization of packaged foods. Praxair cannot assure the integrity or accuracy of any version of this document after.
Determine impurities in highpurity propylene oxide with. Chemical and physical properties of propylene oxide. Reacts with grignard reagents and organolithium compounds. Polymerization of ethylene oxide, propylene oxide, and. Volatilization of propylene oxide from the aquatic environment may be an important transport mechanism. It is also used as a pesticide and a fumigant for the sterilization of packaged foods and plastic medical instruments. If released to the atmosphere, propylene oxide will react in the vapor phase with photochemically produced hydroxyl radicals with an estimated halflife of approximately 30 days. En close container valve after each use and when empty, even if still connected to equipment. New test data demonstrate that propylene oxide is not irritating to the skin and hence, skin irritation category 2 classification is not conform to regulation ec no. Propylene oxide 75569 hazard summary propylene oxide is used in the production of polyethers the primary component of polyurethane foams and propylene glycol. The chemical identifier fields include common identification numbers, the nfpa diamond u. Propylene oxide lyondellbasell industries lyondellbasell. Propylene oxide is used as a monomer in polymer production and as an intermediate in the synthesis of other substances. Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
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