Chemical Name: Propylene glycol phenyl ether acetate
Synonyms: 1-Phenoxy-2-propanol acetate, Phenoxypropyl acetate
Product Code: PPA-1208
Recommended Use: Solvent in coatings, inks, adhesives
Manufacturer: Industrial Chemical Solutions Division
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CAS Number: 770-35-4
UN Number: Not regulated
REACH Registration: Exempt
GHS Classification: Eye irritation, Category 2A; Skin irritation, Category 3
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation; may cause mild skin irritation; may cause respiratory tract irritation if inhaled in high concentrations
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective eye and skin gear; avoid breathing vapor or mist; wash thoroughly after handling
Other Hazards: No data showing carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reproductive risk
Symptoms: Burning or stinging of eyes, slight itching or redness on exposed skin
Ingredient: Propylene glycol phenyl ether acetate
Concentration: ≥ 98% (w/w)
Impurities: Phenoxypropanol traces < 1%, water < 0.5%
Other Components: None classified as hazardous under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air; provide oxygen if breathing becomes difficult; seek medical attention for persistent symptoms
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water; remove contaminated clothing; seek medical evaluation if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; seek medical attention if irritation remains
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting unless recommended by medical personnel; call poison control or seek immediate medical advice
Most Important Symptoms: Eye redness, discomfort, mild skin dryness or cracking
Special Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically, no antidote identified
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, water spray, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Full water jet (risk of spreading flames)
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air when heated above flash point (82°C/180°F); combustion creates carbon oxides and irritating fumes
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective clothing
Firefighting Advice: Avoid inhaling fumes; contain contaminated water; keep containers cool with water spray
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel; wear chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and respirator where vapors are excessive
Environmental Precautions: Prevent runoff into soil, streams, and drains
Methods for Clean-up: Contain spill; use absorbent material such as sand or vermiculite; shovel up and dispose in approved chemical waste containers; ventilate area
Decontamination: Wash spill area with water and detergent
Safe Handling of Waste: Avoid direct contact; keep waste separate from incompatible materials
Precautions for Safe Handling: Store in tightly closed containers; keep away from open flames, sparks, or sources of static discharge; use proper grounding/bonding
Advice on General Occupational Hygiene: No eating, drinking, or smoking in areas with open containers; wash exposed skin before breaks and at end of work
Storage Conditions: Keep cool, dry, and well-ventilated; avoid extreme temperatures and direct sunlight; segregate from strong oxidizers and acids
Packaging Materials: Steel or high-density polyethylene containers
Storage Temperature Range: Below 30°C (86°F)
Control Parameters: No OSHA PEL or ACGIH TLV established
Engineering Controls: Use in well-ventilated areas; local exhaust recommended near emission sources
Eye Protection: Safety goggles with side shields
Hand Protection: Impermeable gloves (nitrile or neoprene preferred)
Skin Protection: Long-sleeve protective clothing
Respiratory Protection: Use a NIOSH-approved respirator if vapor concentrations exceed safe limits
Environmental Exposure Controls: Prevent accidental release into water courses and drains
Appearance: Clear to faintly yellow liquid
Odor: Slight aromatic
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: Not applicable (non-aqueous liquid)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: -43°C
Boiling Point: 256°C
Flash Point: 82°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Slower than n-butyl acetate
Flammability: Not highly flammable under normal conditions, but vapors may ignite at elevated temps
Upper/Lower Flammability Limits: 0.9% to 7.5% by volume in air
Vapor Pressure: 0.28 mmHg at 20°C
Vapor Density: 6.5 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 1.07 (water = 1)
Solubility: Moderate in water (1.2 g/L at 20°C); miscible with many organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): 1.4
Autoignition Temperature: 420°C
Decomposition Temperature: Not determined
Viscosity: 3–5 mPa·s at 20°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: No hazardous reactions under normal use
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flame, strong UV light
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, peroxides, oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, phenol derivatives
Acute Toxicity (oral): LD50 (rat) > 2000 mg/kg
Acute Toxicity (dermal): LD50 (rabbit) > 2000 mg/kg
Inhalation Toxicity: LC50 (rat, vapor) > 4.7 mg/L (4h)
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild irritant
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes moderate to strong eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: No evidence in studies
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: Negative in standard tests
Reproductive Toxicity: No adverse effects observed in multi-generation studies
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: No effects reported
Symptoms of Overexposure: Eye burning, mild skin discomfort, throat irritation
Ecotoxicity: LC50 (fish, 96h): 38 mg/L; EC50 (daphnia, 48h): 66 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Moderately biodegradable (70% by OECD 301D, 28d)
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low (Log Kow 1.4)
Mobility in Soil: Medium to high (low adsorption to soils)
Other Adverse Effects: No evidence of ozone depletion or PBT properties
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose through licensed chemical treatment facility; follow federal, state, and local regulations
Container Disposal: Rinse containers carefully; submit to certified drum reconditioner or hazardous waste handler
Sewage Disposal: Do not discharge into municipal sewers or natural waterways
Special Precautions: Avoid disposal involving incineration unless permitted by authority
UN Number: Not regulated for ground, air, or sea transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not marine pollutant
Special Precautions for Transport: Ensure containers are tightly sealed; keep upright during transport
Bulk Transport: Not applicable
Labels Required: None under USDOT or IMDG
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard: Classified as hazardous
TSCA Inventory: Listed
SARA Title III, sections 302, 304, 313: Not listed
California Proposition 65: No component known to present a cancer or reproductive toxicity hazard
WHMIS Classification (Canada): D2B: Skin/Eye irritant
REACH: Pre-registered/exempt
Other International Regulations: Not controlled under ADR, RID, IMDG, or IATA for routine handling