Product Name: Polypropylene Glycol
Chemical Family: Polyether Polyol
SYNONYMS: PPG, Poly(oxy-1,2-propanediyl), Polypropylene Oxide Glycol
CAS Number: 25322-69-4
Intended Use: Raw material for polyurethane foams, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, cosmetics, surfactants
Supplier Identification: Name, address, and phone number of the manufacturer or distributor
Emergency Telephone Number: Global emergency response number provided by the chemical supplier
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under OSHA GHS criteria
Hazard Statements: May cause mild eye irritation; inhalation of mist or aerosol can cause respiratory irritation
Signal Word: None
Pictograms: None
Precautionary Statements: Use personal protective equipment if exposure risk exists; avoid mist and eye contact
Chemical Name: Polypropylene Glycol
Content: >95% by weight
Common Impurities: Propylene oxide (trace), water (trace)
CAS Number: 25322-69-4
Additives: None intentionally added
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present; continue rinsing until discomfort subsides
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water; remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; drink water to dilute; seek medical advice if feeling unwell
Most Important Symptoms: May cause mild redness or discomfort in eyes; slight irritation to respiratory tract if mist inhaled
Immediate Medical Attention: Not generally expected to require special treatment
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray
Unsuitable Media: High-pressure water jet risks spreading the substance
Specific Hazards: Combustion yields carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and possibly irritating organic vapors
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Special Precautions: Cool containers near fire with water spray; contain run-off to prevent environmental contamination
Personal Precautions: Wear protective gloves, goggles, and clothing to minimize skin and eye contact
Elimination of Ignition Sources: Remove sources of flame or sparks in the area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from reaching soil, drains, and waterways
Containment Methods: Dike and absorb larger spills with inert material such as sand or earth
Cleanup Procedures: Collect absorbed material into suitable containers for disposal; ventilate area
Handling Practices: Avoid inhalation of mist or vapors; prevent contact with eyes, skin, and clothing
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling and before eating or drinking
Ventilation: Use local exhaust if aerosolization or mists can form
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, and bases
Bulk Storage: Use corrosion-resistant tanks and piping
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established exposure limits for polypropylene glycol
Engineering Controls: Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined or enclosed spaces
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical safety goggles; nitrile or neoprene gloves; protective clothing
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirators if exposed to mist or aerosol concentrations above recommended levels
Hygiene Practices: Remove contaminated clothing; wash before reuse; eye wash stations accessible in work areas
Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy, viscous liquid
Odor: Nearly odorless
Melting/Freezing Point: Depends on molecular weight, commonly below -50°C
Boiling Point: Above 150°C
Flash Point: Typically above 180°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Very low
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility: Miscible with water and most organic solvents
Viscosity: Increases with greater molecular weight
pH: Neutral in solution
Partition Coefficient: Low log Kow, estimated below 1
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Approximately 370°C
Decomposition Temperature: Above 250°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Generally unreactive; reacts with strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Reactions: Thermal decomposition can yield corrosive or toxic gases
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat; contact with incompatible chemicals
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, alkalis, oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, propylene oxide fumes in fire
Acute Toxicity: Low oral, dermal, and inhalation toxicity; LD50 (oral, rat) typically above 2,000 mg/kg
Skin Irritation: Not expected to cause significant irritation
Eye Irritation: May cause slight and reversible discomfort
Inhalation: High concentrations of mist may cause mild respiratory tract irritation
Sensitization: Not classified as a skin sensitizer
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity: No evidence of mutagenic potential reported
Reproductive Toxicity: Data do not demonstrate reproductive effects
Other Effects: No chronic or systemic health effects indicated in typical industrial exposure scenarios
Ecotoxicity: Not expected to cause significant effects in the environment
Aquatic Toxicity: Fish: LC50 (96hr) > 100 mg/L, Daphnia: EC50 (48hr) > 100 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low; expected log Kow < 1
Mobility in Soil: Highly mobile in water due to high miscibility
Other Adverse Effects: No known significant effects or critical hazards
Product Disposal: Dispose of caught-up or waste product in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations; avoid release to environment
Packaging Disposal: Rinse containers thoroughly before recycling or disposal
Special Precautions: Do not drain into surface water, storm water, or soils
Waste Code: Assign according to local waste authority regulations for non-hazardous substances
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as dangerous goods
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Transport Precautions: Protect from physical damage and moisture during transport
TSCA: Listed in the United States Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
REACH (EU): Registered and compliant with REACH requirements
Canadian DSL: Appears on the Domestic Substances List
OSHA (Hazard Communication): Not classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations
SARA Title III: Not subject to SARA Title III, Section 313 reporting
Other Regulations: Complies with Australia AICS, China IECSC, Japan ENCS, Korea KECI, Philippines PICCS
Labeling Requirements: No significant hazard labeling required as per GHS classification
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