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What is (+/-)-Propylene oxide?

(+/-)-Propylene oxide (CAS: 75-56-9). It's a colourless substance commonly used SU24 Scientific research and development

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Signal Word

danger

Classification

N/A
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Hazard Statements

  • H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H312: Harmful in contact with skin.
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H340: May cause genetic defects.
  • H350: May cause cancer.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

  • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
  • P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment.
  • P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
  • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Alfa Aesar GmbH & Co.KG

Manufacturer

Zeppelinstr. 7b, 76185 Karlsruhe / Germany

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Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
Colourless
Colour
Colourless
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
Liquid
Odor
Ether-like
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not determined.
Property
Not available
Property
Not available

Product Information

  • Product Code: 30765

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for (+/-)-Propylene oxide?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of (+/-)-Propylene oxide?

(+/-)-Propylene oxide is a liquid appearing as colourless with colourless color. It has ether-like odor.

What is (+/-)-Propylene oxide used for?

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What are the hazard statements for (+/-)-Propylene oxide?

This substance has 9 hazard statements: H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour. H302: Harmful if swallowed. H312: Harmful in contact with skin. H332: Harmful if inhaled. H315: Causes skin irritation. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H340: May cause genetic defects. H350: May cause cancer. H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of (+/-)-Propylene oxide?

The melting point is -112 ℃ and the boiling point is 34-35 ℃.