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3-Methoxy-1,2-propanediol

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[Flash Point]

> 110
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
[Ingestion]

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.
[Skin]

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 24/25
[Personal Protection]

Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Appearance]

Colorless viscous liquid.
[Solubility in water]

Very soluble
[Boiling Point]

133 (35 torr)
[Density]

1.12 g/cm3
[pKa/pKb]

13.59 (pKa)
[Refractive Index]

1.442 (25 C)
[Product Name]

3-Methoxy-1,2-propanediol
[Synonyms]

3-Methoxypropane-1,2-diol
Glycerin-a-monomethyl ether
Glycerol 1-monomethyl ether
[CAS]

"CASEN_623-39-2.htm">623-39-2
[Formula]

C4H10O3
[Molecular Weight]

106.12
[EINECS]

210-791-6
[RTECS]

TY8170000
[RTECS Class]

Drug
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1719407
[Beilstein Reference]

4-01-00-02755
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.