Product Name: Propylene glycol acetone ketal
Synonyms: 2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol
Chemical Family: Dioxolane derivatives
CAS Number: 1004-38-2
Recommended Use: Intermediate, solvent, specialty chemical
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Emergency Telephone: Regional emergency contact number for chemical incidents
Classification: Eye Irritant (Category 2), Skin Irritant (Category 2)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation; causes serious eye irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing; use personal protective equipment as required; wash thoroughly after handling
Physical Hazards: Flammable liquid and vapor; reacts with strong oxidizing agents
Health Hazards: May cause respiratory irritation, headaches, and nausea after inhalation of vapors
Environmental Hazards: May be harmful to aquatic life in concentrated form, avoid release to environment
Chemical Identity: Propylene glycol acetone ketal
CAS Number: 1004-38-2
Concentration: ≥ 99% by weight
Other Components: None significant under GHS guidelines
Impurities: Trace propylene glycol, acetone (if present, below 0.1%)
General Advice: Remove exposed individual from area to safety, provide fresh air
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for 15 minutes, remove contacts if safe, seek medical advice
Skin Contact: Wash immediately with soap and plenty of water, remove contaminated clothing
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep comfortable, seek medical help if symptoms appear
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, get prompt medical attention
Symptoms: Irritation of eyes, skin, lungs, and digestive system, dizziness or drowsiness possible after exposure
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water spray
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water jets may spread the fire
Special Hazards: Combustion releases carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, irritating fumes
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need self-contained breathing apparatus, protective clothing
Fire Fighting Instructions: Use water spray to cool containers, avoid inhaling smoke or gases, keep run-off out of sewers
Personal Precautions: Ensure adequate ventilation, use emergency protective equipment (gloves, goggles, respirator)
Spill Response: Stop leak if safe; absorb with inert absorbent (sand, earth), collect for disposal
Environmental Precautions: Prevent liquid from entering water sources, sewers, soil
Methods for Clean-Up: Sweep or scoop into suitable containers; wash area with water after removal
Safe Handling: Use with proper ventilation; avoid inhalation or skin/eye contact; ground and bond containers during transfer
Storage Conditions: Store tightly sealed in original container, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, alkalis
Packaging Materials: Chemical-resistant plastics, glass, or lined metal containers
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established OSHA or ACGIH limits for this compound; use general guidance for solvents
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust, keep workplace well-ventilated
Respiratory Protection: Use approved respirators where exposure to vapors is possible
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles or face shield
Skin Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves; long-sleeved clothing
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after use; do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling
Appearance: Colorless, transparent liquid
Odor: Mild, ether-like
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: Not applicable (neutral substance)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: About -50 °C
Boiling Point/Range: 185 °C
Flash Point: 73 °C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Slow compared to water
Flammability: Flammable liquid
Upper/Lower Flammability Limits: 1.5% to 10% (vol)
Vapor Pressure: 0.3 mm Hg at 20 °C
Vapor Density: Heavier than air
Relative Density: 1.02 at 20 °C
Solubility: Miscible with organic solvents; limited water solubility
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: 290 °C
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Viscosity: Low viscosity liquid
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: May react with strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions under normal use
Conditions to Avoid: High heat, sparks, open flame, incompatible chemicals
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possible aldehydes, and organic acids may form upon combustion
Polymerization: Will not polymerize spontaneously
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): 4,780 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 (rabbit): >2,000 mg/kg; Inhalation LC50 not established
Skin Irritation: Causes mild to moderate irritation
Eye Irritation: Serious irritation on direct exposure
Respiratory Sensitization: May irritate mucous membranes
Chronic Effects: No evidence for carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity in existing literature
Symptoms: Redness, itching, blistering on skin; watering, burning sensation in eyes; coughing, nasal discomfort on inhalation
Eco-Toxicity: Toxicity to aquatic life low to moderate (LC50, Daphnia ~75 mg/L); not classified as highly hazardous
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in water and soil
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low based on structure and solubility
Mobility in Soil: Moderate mobility, may leach if large spill occurs
Other Effects: Avoid uncontrolled release, encourage proper remediation for spills to prevent localized environmental impacts
Product Waste: Dispose as hazardous chemical waste per local, state, and federal regulations
Container Management: Do not reuse; triple rinse, puncture, and send to approved facility
Incineration: Permitted in facilities with proper emission controls
Do Not Discharge: Avoid release to surface water, sewers, landfill
UN Number: 3272
UN Proper Shipping Name: Esters, n.o.s. (contains Propylene glycol acetone ketal)
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquid)
Packing Group: III
Labeling Requirements: Flammable liquid label
Special Transport Precautions: Secure containers upright; protect from physical damage, heat, and sunlight
Additional Details: Check regional and airline-specific regulations for transport
TSCA Status: Listed
REACH Registration: Pre-registered, full registration recommended before EU import/use
SARA Title III Sections 311/312: Immediate (acute) health hazard, fire hazard
CERCLA Reportable Quantity: Not applicable
California Prop 65: Not listed
Other International Regulations: Check country-specific inventory/management requirements; not subject to Montreal Protocol, PIC, or Rotterdam Convention
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