Isopropyl acetate |
Synonyms & Trade Names Isopropyl ester of acetic acid, 1-Methylethyl ester of acetic acid, 2-Propyl acetate |
CAS No. 108-21-4 |
RTECS No. AI4930000 |
DOT ID & Guide 1220 129 |
FormulaCH3COOCH(CH3)2 |
Conversion 1 ppm = 4.18 mg/m3 |
IDLH 1800 ppm
See: 108214 |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: See Appendix D
OSHA PEL†: TWA 250 ppm (950 mg/m3) |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 1454 , 1460;
OSHA 7
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Colorless liquid with a fruity odor. |
MW: 102.2 |
BP: 194°F |
FRZ: -92°F |
Sol: 3% |
VP: 42 mmHg |
IP: 9.95 eV |
Sp.Gr: 0.87 |
Fl.P: 36°F |
UEL: 8% |
LEL(100°F): 1.8% |
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| Class IB Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. below 73°F and BP at or above 100°F. |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Nitrates; strong oxidizers, alkalis & acids |
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, skin, nose; dermatitis; in animals: narcosis |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
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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
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush promptly
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations OSHA Up to 1800 ppm:
(APF = 25) Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode£
(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 |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0907
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