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PROPYLENEICSC: 0559 (November 1998)
Methylethylene
Propene
Methylethene
CAS #: 115-07-1
UN #: 1077
EC Number: 204-062-1

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Extremely flammable.  Gas/air mixtures are explosive.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding) if in liquid state.  Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out. In other cases extinguish with powder, carbon dioxide.  In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. NO direct contact with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. 

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Drowsiness. Suffocation. See Notes.  Use ventilation.  Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.  Cold-insulating gloves.  ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes See Skin.  Wear safety goggles or face shield.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.   

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. NEVER direct water jet on liquid. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 2.1 

STORAGE
Fireproof. Cool. 
PACKAGING
 
PROPYLENE ICSC: 0559
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS COMPRESSED LIQUEFIED GAS. 

Physical dangers
The gas is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. The gas is heavier than air and may accumulate in lowered spaces causing a deficiency of oxygen. As a result of flow, agitation, etc., electrostatic charges can be generated. 

Chemical dangers
Reacts violently with oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard. 

Formula: C3H6 / CH2CHCH3
Molecular mass: 42.1
Boiling point: -48°C
Melting point: -185°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.5
Solubility in water: poor
Vapour pressure, kPa at 25°C: 1158
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 1.5
Flash point: Flammable gas
Auto-ignition temperature: 460°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.4-10.3
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.77  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation. 

Effects of short-term exposure
Rapid evaporation of the liquid may cause frostbite. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure could cause lowering of consciousness. See Notes. 

Inhalation risk
On loss of containment this substance can cause suffocation by lowering the oxygen content of the air in confined areas. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 500 ppm as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen) 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
High concentrations in the air cause a deficiency of oxygen with the risk of unconsciousness or death.
Check oxygen content before entering area.
Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: F+; R: 12; S: (2)-9-16-33 

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Propylene (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 60, 1994)