Allyl alcohol |
Synonyms & Trade Names AA, Allylic alcohol, Propenol, 1-Propen-3-ol, 2-Propenol, Vinyl carbinol |
CAS No. 107-18-6 |
RTECS No. BA5075000 |
DOT ID & Guide 1098 131 |
FormulaCH2=CHCH2OH |
Conversion 1 ppm = 2.38 mg/m3 |
IDLH 20 ppm
See: 107186 |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 2 ppm (5 mg/m3) ST 4 ppm (10 mg/m3) [skin]
OSHA PEL†: TWA 2 ppm (5 mg/m3) [skin] |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 1402 , 1405
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Colorless liquid with a pungent, mustard-like odor. |
MW: 58.1 |
BP: 205°F |
FRZ: -200°F |
Sol: Miscible |
VP: 17 mmHg |
IP: 9.63 eV |
Sp.Gr: 0.85 |
Fl.P: 70°F |
UEL: 18.0% |
LEL: 2.5% |
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| Class IB Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. below 73°F and BP at or above 100°F. |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong oxidizers, acids, carbon tetrachloride [Note: Polymerization may be caused by elevated temperatures, oxidizers, or peroxides.] |
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms Eye irritation, tissue damage; irritation upper respiratory system, skin; pulmonary edema |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory 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
Provide: Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
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 |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0095
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