Safety Data Sheet - Allyl Alcohol

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name Allyl Alcohol

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL0172

CAS Number 107-18-6

EC Number 203-470-7

EC Index Number 603-058-00-2

Grade 99% For Synthesis

HSN Code 29052900

Molecular Formula C3H6O

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Allyl Alcohol

Catalogue No. AL0172

Product form Substance

CAS Number 107-18-6

EC Number 203-470-7

Grade 99% For Synthesis

EC Index Number 603-058-00-2

Chemical Formula C3H6O

HSN Code 29052900

Synonyms 2-Propen-1-ol, Prop-2-en-1-ol

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Synthetic intermediate in chemical manufacturing.

Uses advised against Not specified

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.

1.4 Emergency Contact Details

Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Flam. Liq. 2; Acute Tox. 3; Acute Tox. 2; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; Acute Tox. 1; STOT SE 3; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 3

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 7858 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Flammable, Acute Toxic, Environmental Hazard

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor; H301: Toxic if swallowed; H310: Fatal in contact with skin; H315: Causes skin irritation; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H330: Fatal if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Highly flammable; may cause skin and eye irritation.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Allyl Alcohol

CAS No. 107-18-6

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.

First-aid measures after skin contact If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately flush the contaminated skin with water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water. Get medical attention promptly.

First-aid measures after eye contact If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after ingestion If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use Headache, dizziness, nausea, respiratory distress, skin irritation.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures Vapor forms explosive mixtures with air. Vapor heavier than air and may travel to a source of ignition & flash back.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures Evacuate area. Ventilate. Use appropriate protective equipment. Prevent entry into waterways.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking liquid in sealable air tight containers.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference Not specified

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling Use in a fume hood. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions Fireproof. Cool. Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.2 Exposure controls

Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)

Eye protection Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses

Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Liquid

Colour Colorless

Odour Pungent, mustard-like odor

Odour threshold Not specified

pH value Not specified

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not specified

Melting point -129 °C

Freezing point Not specified

Boiling point 96.9 °C

Flash point 70 °F (21 °C) (closed cup)

Auto-ignition temperature 713 °F(378 °C)

Decomposition temperature Not specified

Flammability (solid, gas) Highly flammable

Vapour pressure 25.4 mm Hg at 25 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C 2.00 (Air = 1)

Density 0.8540 at 20 °C/4 °C

Solubility Infinitely soluble in water at 20 °C

Log Pow 0.17

Viscosity, kinematic Not specified

Viscosity, dynamic Not specified

Explosive properties Not specified

Oxidising properties Not specified

Explosive limits Lower: 2.4% vol, Upper: 11.8% vol

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Reacts with strong oxidizing agents and acids.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Upon storage for several years allyl alcohol polymerizes and a thick syrup is formed (insol in water, sol in chloroform) which on treatment with ether yields a brittle resinoid mass .

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions Reacts with carbon tetrachloride, nitric acid and chlorosulfonic acid. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Decomposes on heating.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Strong oxidizers, strong acids, and bases.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and fumes.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 64 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 85 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit percutaneous 89 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation H315: Causes skin irritation

Serious eye damage/irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H335: May cause respiratory irritation

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity information Not specified

12.2 Persistence - degradability

Persistence - degradability Not specified

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential Not specified

12.4 Mobility in soil

Mobility in soil Not specified

12.6 Other adverse effects

Environmental precautions Not specified

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number

UN-No. (ADR) UN 1098

UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1098

UN-No. (IATA) UN 1098

UN-No. (ADN) UN 1098

UN-No. (RID) UN 1098

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Allyl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Allyl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Allyl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Allyl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Allyl Alcohol

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 6.1 (3)

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) I

Packing group (IMDG) I

Packing group (IATA) I

Packing group (ADN) I

Packing group (RID) I

14.5 Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment Not specified

Marine pollutant Not specified

Other information No supplementary information available

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified

SECTION 16: Other Information

Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.