Product Name: 1,2-Propanediol
Chemical Formula: C3H8O2
Chemical Name: Propylene Glycol
Synonyms: Propane-1,2-diol, PG
CAS Number: 57-55-6
Recommended Use: Solvent, antifreeze, food additive, pharmaceutical ingredient
Manufacturer: Reach out to a local supplier or distributor
Emergency Telephone: Refer to manufacturer’s contact information
Address: Provided by supplier
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS
Label Elements: No pictogram required
Signal Word: Not needed
Hazard Statements: None for normal handling, avoid excessive inhalation or skin contact
Precautionary Statements: Work in well-ventilated space, prevent skin and eye exposure, don’t ingest
Potential Health Effects: Mild eye and skin irritant, can cause minor respiratory irritation at high mist concentrations
Environmental Effects: Product is relatively non-toxic to aquatic life at expected usage levels
Chemical: 1,2-Propanediol
Synonyms: Propylene Glycol
Concentration: 99% or higher
Impurities: Water and trace ingredients less than 1%
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep breathing as comfortable as possible, seek medical care if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash skin with soap and cool water, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse with clean water for several minutes, hold eyelids open, seek medical advice if discomfort continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, seek medical attention if feeling unwell, don’t induce vomiting without proper instruction
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid high-pressure water jets
Hazards from Combustion: Carbon oxides can form, fumes may irritate airways
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing
Special Procedures: Cool exposed containers with water spray, contain contaminated fire water
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves and safety glasses, limit skin contact, ventilate area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spill from entering drains or waterways
Clean-Up Methods: Absorb leak with inert material such as sand or earth, collect into container for disposal, wash area with plenty of water
Safe Handling: Keep containers closed, use in ventilated locations, avoid breathing vapor or mist, avoid eye and skin contact
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking, keep away from food sources
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated space away from direct sunlight and incompatible substances such as strong oxidizing agents
Container Requirements: Use original containers, label properly, seal tightly
Occupational Exposure Limits: OSHA and ACGIH have not assigned specific limits, keep airborne concentration as low as practical
Engineering Controls: Use exhaust ventilation or local air extraction if vapor or mist forms
Protective Equipment: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, splash-proof safety goggles, suitable protective clothing
Respiratory Protection: Not usually required; use mask if misty or poorly ventilated
Hygiene Measures: Wash exposed skin after handling, launder clothing before reuse
Appearance: Clear, colorless, odorless to slightly sweet liquid
Boiling Point: About 188°C (370°F)
Melting Point: About -59°C (-74°F)
Solubility: Miscible with water, ethanol, acetone
Vapor Pressure: Low (0.07 mmHg at 20°C)
Density: 1.036 g/cm3 at 20°C
Viscosity: 58.1 mPa.s at 20°C
Flash Point: 99°C (210°F) closed cup
pH: Neutral (6.5–7.5, 50% solution)
Chemical Stability: Generally stable under anticipated conditions of use and storage
Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, high temperatures, open flames
Hazardous Reactions: No hazardous polymerization known
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides can develop under fire conditions
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): 20,000 mg/kg; low toxicity
Skin Irritation: Mildly irritating in sensitive individuals on prolonged contact
Eye Irritation: Can cause mild, reversible irritation
Inhalation: Vapor/mist may cause slight respiratory irritation
Carcinogenicity: Neither IARC nor NTP list this chemical as a carcinogen
Mutagenicity: Not considered mutagenic per available data
Chronic Effects: No recognized health risks under normal handling
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic organisms, LC50 (fish, 96 h) > 10,000 mg/L
Mobility: Spreads in water, can leach through soil
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegrades quickly by microorganisms in water and soil
Bioaccumulation: No significant bioaccumulation
Aquatic Impact: Use care near water, as large spills could cause oxygen depletion
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of through chemical waste disposal, in line with local, regional, national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse and recycle or dispose of as chemical waste
Precautions: Do not pour into drains, soil, or waterways
UN Number: Not regulated under ADR/RID, IMDG, or IATA
Shipping Name: 1,2-Propanediol
Transport Hazard Class: Not restricted
Packing Group: Not regulated
Special Precautions: Avoid contact with incompatible materials during shipment, keep containers secure, label properly
Safety Assessment: Registered under REACH in EU, listed on TSCA inventory in US
Labelling: Not classified as hazardous under GHS/CLP
Restrictions: Subject to pesticide, pharmaceutical, and food grade purity regulations as appropriate
Workplace Regulations: Refer to national occupational health and safety guidelines
Other Compliance: Follows FIFO and proper storage best practices as set by industry bodies
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