MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Date-Issued: 09/28/2000 MSDS Ref. No: 213180 Date-Revised: 02/21/2001 Revision No: 1 Propyl Alcohol

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME:  Propyl Alcohol
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:  Propyl Alcohol
PRODUCT CODE:  213180
PRODUCT FORMULATION NAME:  Propyl Alcohol
CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Alcohols
GENERIC NAME:  n-Propanol, Normal Propyl Alcohol

MANUFACTURER Americhem Sales Corporation 340 North Street Mason, MI 48854 Contact: Americhem Sales Corporation Product Stewardship: 517-676-9363 Transportation: 517-676-9363

24 HR. EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS CHEMTREC (U.S.): (800) 424-9300 Canutec (613) 996-6666 Emergency Phone: 800-424-9300

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Name	Wt.%			CAS#	EINECS#
n-Propyl alcohol	100			71-23-8

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

IMMEDIATE CONCERNS: CAUTION! May cause eye and skin irritation.

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

EYES: May cause moderate burning, tearing, redness and swelling.

SKIN: Moderate irritation and discomfort possible. Defatting of skin, redness and chemical dermatitis possible. Toxic systemic effects from absorption are possible.

INGESTION: Gastrointestinal tract irritation and/or discomfort is possible.

INHALATION: Dizziness, impaired coordination, headaches and loss of consciousness. Severe respiratory tract irritation. Toxic systemic effects are possible.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED: Persons with pre-existing skin disorders. Impaired liver, renal and/or pulmonary function.

ROUTES OF ENTRY: Absorption, Inhalation, Ingestion

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

EYES: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.

SKIN: Wash exposed area with mild soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.

INGESTION: Do induce vomiting, only if victim is conscious. Get immediate medical attention.

INHALATION: Remove victim from area of exposure. If unconscious, give oxygen. Give artificial respiration if not breathing. Get immediate medical attention.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FLASHPOINT AND METHOD: (74°F)ASTM D56

FLAMMABLE LIMITS: 2.2 to 13.7

AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: (775°F)

FLAMMABLE CLASS: Treat as an OSHA Class IB Flammable liquid

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide.

EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Vapor accumulations may flash and/or explode if ignited. Keep ignition sources, open flames, ect., away from thse fumes.

FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Proper respiratory equipment to protect against the hazardous effects of combustion products is recommended. Water in a straight hose stream may cause fire to spread and should be used as a cooling medium only.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

SMALL SPILL:

Extinguish possible sources of ignition. Evacuate all unprotected personnel and ventilate area. Only personnel equipped with proper respiratory, skin/eye protection should enter spill area. Dike area to contain spill and clean up by absorbing on an inert absorbant or other means. Don't flush into sewers or natural waterways.

LARGE SPILL:

Contain material as described above and call the local fire or police department for immediate emergency assistance.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING:

Use appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8. Handle in a well ventilated area.

STORAGE:

Store unopened containers under cool, dry and ventilated conditions. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:

OSHA HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS (29 CFR 1910.1200)

		EXPOSURE LIMITS
		OSHA PEL		ACGIH TLV		Supplier OEL
		ppm	mg/m3	ppm	mg/m3	ppm	mg/m3
n-Propyl alcohol	TWA	200		200[1]
	STEL	250		250

OSHA TABLE COMMENTS:

1. S = Skin

ENGINEERING CONTROLS: If current ventilation practices are not adequate to maintain airborne concentrations below the established exposure guidelines, additional ventilation or exhaust systems may be required. Where explosive mixtures may be present, electrical systems safe for such locations must be used.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

EYES AND FACE: Wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles when handling this material.

SKIN: To prevent any contact, wear impervious protective clothing such as neoprene or butyl rubber gloves, apron, boots or whole bodysuit, as appropriate.

RESPIRATORY: Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirators when vapors or mist concentrations exceed permissible exposure limits.

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Chemical resistant boots, apron, etc. as necessary to prevent contamination of clothing and skin contact.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE: Liquid

ODOR: Mild alcohol odor

APPEARANCE: Clear

COLOR: Colorless

pH: Not Available

PERCENT VOLATILE: 100

VAPOR PRESSURE: 14.0 mmHg at 20°C

VAPOR DENSITY: 2.1 (Air=1)

BOILING POINT: (207°F)

MELTING POINT: (-197°F)

SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible

EVAPORATION RATE: Not Available

SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.805 at 20°C

MOLECULAR FORMULA: C3H7OH

MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 60.11

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABLE: YES

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: NO

CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Exposure to excessive heat, open flames and sparks. Avoid conditions that favor the formation of excessive mists and/or fumes.

STABILITY: Stable

POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Oxides of Carbon when burned.

INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS: Strong oxidizing agents.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ACUTE

DERMAL LD₅₀: 5040 mg/kg (rabbit)

ORAL LD₅₀: 1870 mg/kg (rat)

INHALATION LC₅₀: 48 (g/m3) mouse

CARCINOGENICITY:

IARC: Not listed by IARC

NTP: Not listed by NTP.

OSHA: Not listed by OSHA

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

DISPOSAL METHOD: Conditions of use may cause this material to become a hazardous waste as defined by state or federal law. Use approved treatment, transporters and disposal sites.

EMPTY CONTAINER: Keep containers closed when not in use. Do not reuse empty containers.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT (DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION)

PROPER SHIPPING NAME: normal Propyl Alcohol

PRIMARY HAZARD CLASS/DIVISION: 3

UN/NA NUMBER: UN1274

PACKING GROUP: II

LABEL: Flammable Liquid

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

UNITED STATES

SARA TITLE III (SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT)

311/312 HAZARD CATEGORIES:

FIRE: YES PRESSURE GENERATING: NO REACTIVITY: NO ACUTE: YES CHRONIC: NO

313 REPORTABLE INGREDIENTS: None

CERCLA (COMPREHENSIVE RESPONSE, COMPENSATION, AND LIABILITY ACT)

CERCLA RQ: 100 lbs.

TSCA (TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL ACT)

TSCA REGULATORY: All intentional ingredients are listed on the TSCA Inventory.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

REVISION SUMMARY

Revision #: 1

This MSDS replaces the October 02, 2000 MSDS. Any changes in information are as follows:
In Section 1
Prepared By

HMIS CODES

HEALTH: -3 FIRE: 3 REACTIVITY: 0 PROTECTION: G

MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMER: The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources which we believe are reliable. However, the above information is provided without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness. The conditions or methods if handling, storage, use and disposal of the product are beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons, we do not assume responsibilty and expressly dislcaim liability for loss, damage or expense arising out of or in any way connected with the handling, storage, use or disposal of the procuct.