Glycerine
Section 1 – Chemical Product and Company Identification
Products Name: Glycerine
Synonyms: Refined Glycerine
Section 2 – Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS#
Chemical Name:
%
EINECS#
56-81-5
1, 2, 3 – Propanetriol Glycerol
99.5%
200-289-5
Hazard Symbols: None
Risk Phrases: None
Section 3 – Glycerine – Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
This product is not classified as hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EEC Potential Health Effects
Eye: Concentrated solutions may cause mild irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. Heated product may cause burns on contact.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract if a large amount is ingested.
Inhalation: Not applicable at ambient temperature. May cause respiratory tract irritation if mist is inhaled.
Chronic: Not available
Chemical Hazards
Contact of glycerine with strong oxidizing agents such as chromium trioxide, potassium chlorate, potassium permanganate, or other strong acids such as nitric acid may cause an explosion.
Section 4 – First Aid Measures
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the
upper and lower eyelids. Get
medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing
and shoes.
Ingestion: Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. If breathing
is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 – Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Hazardous Decomposition/ At elevated temperatures there is a risk of exothermic polymerization (> 200°C).
Combustion Products: At temperature > 280°C acrolein may be formed.
Section 6 – Glycerine -b Accidental Release Measures
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Environmental Should not be released into the environment. Prevent further leakage or
Precautions: spillage if safe to do so.
Methods for cleaning up: Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste.
Section 7 – Handling and Storage
Handling: No special precautions required but avoid skin and eye contact. Prevent formation of mist. Eye and skin contact should be avoided if working at elevated temperatures.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container to avoid moisture from the air. Can be stored in aluminum, stainless steel and fiber glass containers.
Other Recommendations: Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents such as chromium trioxide, potassium chlorate, potassium permanganate, or other strong acids such as nitric acid.
Section 8 – Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash
facility and a safety shower.
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 56-81-5:
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European
Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are
exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are
experienced.
Section 9 – Glycerine – Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State:
Liquid
Color:
Water white
Odor:
Odorless
pH:
Neutral
Vapor Pressure:
0.0025 mmHg @ 50°C Viscosity:
1410 mPa.s @ 20°C Boiling Point:
290°C @ 760mmHg Freezing/Melting Point: Approx. 18°C
Autoignition Temperature: Approx. 400°C
Flash Point:
198.9°C (PMCC)
Explosion Limits: Lower: N/A
Explosion Limits: Upper: N/A
Decomposition Temperature: >280°C
Solubility in water:
Fully Soluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.26
Molecular Formula:
C3H8O3
Molecular Weight:
92.09
Section 10 – Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Temperatures >200°C (polymerization/decomposition). Keep away from sources of ignition and naked flames.
Incompatibilities with
Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents and acids.
Hazardous Decomposition
Products:
Acrolein (>280°C)
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Section 11 – Glycerine – Toxicological Information
RTECS#:
CAS# 56-81-5
LD50/LC50:
>2000 mg/kg (rat)
Skin:
Mildly irritating
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
DisclaimerThe information stated above is considered to be correct, but does not claim to be inclusive and shall only be used as a guideline. The information provided by this document is confirmed by our continuous updating of knowledge and adheres to the products appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the product’s
properties. RLS Chemicals and its Associates shall not be held accountable for any damage’s consequent of handling the above product.
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