n-Propyl alcohol |
Synonyms & Trade Names Ethyl carbinol, 1-Propanol, n-Propanol, Propyl alcohol |
CAS No. 71-23-8 |
RTECS No. UH8225000 |
DOT ID & Guide 1274 129 |
FormulaCH3CH2CH2OH |
Conversion 1 ppm = 2.46 mg/m3 |
IDLH 800 ppm
See: 71238 |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 200 ppm (500 mg/m3) ST 250 ppm (625 mg/m3) [skin]
OSHA PEL†: TWA 200 ppm (500 mg/m3) |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 1401 , 1405;
OSHA 7
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Colorless liquid with a mild, alcohol-like odor. |
MW: 60.1 |
BP: 207°F |
FRZ: -196°F |
Sol: Miscible |
VP: 15 mmHg |
IP: 10.15 eV |
Sp.Gr: 0.81 |
Fl.P: 72°F |
UEL: 13.7% |
LEL: 2.2% |
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| Class IB Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. below 73°F and BP at or above 100°F. |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong oxidizers |
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, nose, throat; dry cracking skin; drowsiness, headache; ataxia, gastrointestinal pain; abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; in animals: narcosis |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system, gastrointestinal tract, 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
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations NIOSH/OSHA Up to 800 ppm:
(APF = 10) Any chemical cartridge respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s)*
(APF = 25) Any powered, air-purifying respirator with 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 = 10) Any supplied-air respirator*
(APF = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus 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: 0553
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