Allyl alcohol
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CAS
107-18-6
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CH2=CHCH2OH
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RTECS
BA5075000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
AA, Allylic alcohol, Propenol, 1-Propen-3-ol, 2-Propenol, Vinyl carbinol
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DOT ID & Guide
1098 131
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 2 ppm (5 mg/m3) ST 4 ppm (10 mg/m3) [skin]
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OSHA PEL†: TWA 2 ppm (5 mg/m3) [skin]
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IDLH
20 ppm
See: 107186
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Conversion
1 ppm = 2.38 mg/m3
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Physical Description
Colorless liquid with a pungent, mustard-like odor.
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MW: 58.1
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BP: 205°F
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FRZ: -200°F
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Sol: Miscible
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VP: 17 mmHg
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IP: 9.63 eV
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Sp.Gr: 0.85
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Fl.P: 70°F
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UEL: 18.0%
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LEL: 2.5%
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Class IB Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. below 73°F and BP at or above 100°F.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers, acids, carbon tetrachloride [Note: Polymerization may be caused by elevated temperatures, oxidizers, or peroxides.]
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 1402, 1405
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet (flammable)
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Quick drench
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
NIOSH/OSHA
Up to 20 ppm:
(APF = 25) Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode*
(APF = 25) Any powered, air-purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s)*
(APF = 50) Any chemical cartridge respirator with a full facepiece and organic vapor cartridge(s)
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister
(APF = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece
(APF = 50) Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece
Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions:
(APF = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
(APF = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positive-pressure breathing apparatus
Escape:
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister/Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Eye irritation, tissue damage; irritation upper respiratory system, skin; pulmonary edema
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0095 |
