ALLYL ALCOHOL

International Chemical Safety Cards

ALLYL ALCOHOL

ICSC: 0095

ALLYL ALCOHOL
Vinyl carbinol
Propenyl alcohol
2-Propen-1-ol
C₃H₆O/CH₂=CHCH₂OH
Molecular mass: 58.1
CAS # 107-18-6
RTECS # BA5075000
ICSC # 0095
UN # 1098
EC # 603-015-00-6

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Flammable.	NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.	Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water in large amounts, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION	Above 21°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. Risk of fire and explosion (see Chemical Dangers).	Above 21°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.	In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

EXPOSURE		STRICT HYGIENE!
INHALATION	Headache. Nausea. Vomiting.	Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated.
SKIN	MAY BE ABSORBED! Aching. Pain. Blisters.	Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES	Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Temporary loss of vision. Severe deep burns. Sensitivity to light.	Face shield.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION	Abdominal pain. Unconsciousness.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink. Rest. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place (extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).

Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, food and feedstuffs.

Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
T symbol
R: 10-23/24/25-36/37/38
S: 36/37/39-38-44
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Subsidiary Risks: 3
UN Packing Group: I

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ICSC: 0095

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International Chemical Safety Cards

ALLYL ALCOHOL

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS LIQUID , WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:
The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible.

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
On combustion, forms carbon monoxide. Upon heating, toxic fumes are formed. Reacts with carbon tetrachloride, nitric acid, chlorosulphonic acid causing fire and explosion hazard.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV: 2 ppm; 4.8 mg/m³ (STEL): 4 ppm; 9.5 mg/m³ (skin) (ACGIH 1992-1993).

ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
Tear drawing. The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the muscles , resulting in local spasm and aching. Exposure far above OEL may result in liver and kidney effects. The effects may be delayed.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Boiling point: 97°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.9
Solubility in water: miscible
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 2500
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.0

Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.03
Flash point: 21
Auto-ignition temperature: 378°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.5-18.0
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.17