Name: 1-Propanol
Synonyms:
Propylalcohol (8CI);1-Hydroxypropane;Ethylcarbinol;NSC 30300;Optal;Osmosolextra;Propanol;n-Propanol;n-Propyl alcohol; CAS Number:71-23-8 Molecular Formula:C3H8O Molecular Weight:60.11 EINECS:200-746-9 Density:0.8 Boiling Point:95.8 °C at 760 mmHg Flash Point:15 ºC Safety Description:Poison by subcutaneous route. Moderately toxic by inhalation, ingestion, intraperitoneal, and intravenous routes. A skin and severe eye irritant. Questionable carcinogen with experimental carcinogenic data. Mutation data reported. A flammable liquid and dangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat, flame, or oxidizers. Explosive in the form of vapor when exposed to heat or flame. Ignites on contact with potassium-tert-butoxide. Dangerous upon exposure to heat or flame; can react vigorously with oxidizing materials. To fight fire, use alcohol foam, CO2, dry chemical. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
Analytical Methods:
For occupational chemical analysis use NIOSH: Alcohols II, 1401. liansport Information:UN 1274