Product Name: 1-chloro-3-ethoxy-2-propanol
CAS Number: 3740-92-9
Synonyms: 2-propanol, 1-chloro-3-ethoxy-
Recommended Use: Chemical intermediate, solvent
Manufacturer: Industrial Chemical Supplier
Contact Address: 123 Chemical Park, Lab City, QC 10002
Emergency Telephone: 1-800-555-0932
Email for SDS Information: msds@chemsupplier.com
GHS Classification: Skin Irritation Category 2, Eye Damage Category 1, Acute Toxicity Oral Category 4
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye damage, causes skin irritation, harmful if swallowed
Signal Word: Danger
Pictograms: Corrosive, Exclamation Mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin and eyes; Wear protective gloves, eye protection; Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product; If on skin, wash with plenty of soap and water; If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing.
Chemical Name: 1-chloro-3-ethoxy-2-propanol
CAS Number: 3740-92-9
Concentration: 98-100%
Impurities: Not significant for classification.
General Advice: Move affected person away from source of exposure and keep comfortable for breathing
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air; provide oxygen if breathing becomes difficult; seek medical attention if symptoms occur
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing; if irritation develops, seek medical advice
Eye Contact: Flush eyes immediately with running water for 10-15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally; seek medical help without delay
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; do not induce vomiting; get medical attention
Important Symptoms/Effects: Redness, pain, eye burns, skin irritation, gastrointestinal discomfort
Note to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High volume water jets could spread liquid
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air under fire conditions; produces toxic gases like HCl when combusted
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Special Procedures: Move containers from fire area if safe; use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool; contain run-off to prevent entry into waterways
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, goggles, protective clothing; ventilate area; avoid breathing vapors or mist
Environmental Procedures: Prevent from entering drains, surface water, and soil
Spill Response: Absorb with inert material (sand, earth, vermiculite), collect into suitable containers; wash spill site after material pickup is complete; dispose in line with local regulations
Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes; avoid inhaling vapors; use in well-ventilated areas; no eating, drinking, or smoking near the product; wash hands thoroughly after handling
Storage Requirements: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from heat, sparks, open flames; keep container tightly closed; store separately from strong acids, bases, oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids or bases
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific established occupational limits; maintain exposure as low as possible using standard controls
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, safety shower, and eyewash station in work area
Personal Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, goggles or face shield, protective clothing; in case of insufficient ventilation, use an appropriate respirator
Hygiene: Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking; remove contaminated clothing and clean before reuse
Appearance: Liquid, clear, colorless to pale yellow
Odor: Faint, ether-like
Boiling Point: 178–182 °C
Melting Point: Not available
Flash Point: 79 °C (closed cup)
Autoignition Temperature: Not established
Vapor Pressure: Low at 20 °C
Solubility: Miscible with water, ethanol, and many organic solvents
Density: 1.12–1.15 g/cm³ at 20 °C
pH: Neutral in dilute aqueous solution
Viscosity: Not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, sparks, open flame
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, bases
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, hydrogen chloride, chlorine compounds
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, dermal, eye, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed; can cause irritation to mucous membranes and gastrointestinal discomfort
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Skin contact may cause redness, pain, and irritation
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Risk of serious eye damage; corneal injury possible
Respiratory Sensitization: May cause mild respiratory tract irritation
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause dermatitis or other skin effects
Carcinogenicity: No data suggesting carcinogenicity
Mutagenicity: No conclusive data
Reproductive Toxicity: No known effects
Other Information: Symptoms may include nausea, headache, dizziness on inhalation
Ecotoxicity: Data unavailable for 1-chloro-3-ethoxy-2-propanol; structurally related chlorinated alcohols show moderate aquatic toxicity
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to be biodegradable; breakdown products likely not persistent
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low due to water solubility and biodegradability
Mobility in Soil: High mobility in aquatic environments due to solubility; may reach groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: No data on ozone depletion or photochemical smog formation
Disposal Methods: Incinerate in a chemical incinerator equipped with afterburner and scrubber, or deliver to an approved chemical waste facility in accordance with national, state, and local regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers, puncture to prevent reuse, and dispose in same manner as product waste
Precautions: Do not allow to reach sewer system or environment; consult regional hazardous waste authority for disposal instructions
UN Number: 1993
UN Proper Shipping Name: Flammable liquid, n.o.s. (contains 1-chloro-3-ethoxy-2-propanol)
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquids)
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant: Not classified as marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Secure loads, keep containers upright, follow emergency response guide in case of incident
TSCA: Listed in the Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
REACH: Pre-registered in the EU for production and import within limits
SARA Title III: Not considered a hazardous substance under Section 302, 304, or 313; subject to standard reporting
OSHA Hazards: Irritant, hazardous by ingestion
WHMIS Classification: D2B—Toxic Material causing other toxic effects
Other Regulations: Subject to national and local chemical safety and environmental regulations; ensure proper workplace labeling, handling procedures, and exposure monitoring
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