Pentaerythritol |
Synonyms & Trade Names 2,2-bis(Hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol; Methane tetramethylol; Monopentaerythritol; PE; Tetrahydroxymethylolmethane; Tetramethylolmethane |
CAS No. 115-77-5 |
RTECS No. RZ2490000 |
DOT ID & Guide |
FormulaC(CH2OH)4 |
Conversion |
IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
OSHA PEL†: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 0500 , 0600
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Colorless to white, crystalline, odorless powder. [Note: Technical grade is 88% monopentaerythritol & 12% dipentaerythritol.] |
MW: 136.2 |
BP: Sublimes |
MLT: 500°F (Sublimes) |
Sol(59°F): 6% |
VP: 0.00000008 mmHg |
IP: ? |
Sp.Gr: 1.38 |
Fl.P: ? |
UEL: ? |
LEL: ? |
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| Combustible Solid |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Organic acids, oxidizers [Note: Explosive compound is formed when a mixture of PE & thiophosphoryl chloride is heated.] |
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, respiratory system |
Target Organs Eyes, respiratory system |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water wash
Breathing: Fresh air
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION
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