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2,3-epoxypropan-1-ol; glycidol; oxiranemethanol

CAS 556-52-5 · C3H6O2

Hazard class

Danger — Health hazard, Toxic

Pictograms

Health hazardToxic

H-statements

H350 May cause cancer
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
H360F May damage fertility
H331 Toxic if inhaled
H312 Harmful in contact with skin
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation

Workplace exposure limits

NIOSH REL TWA 25 ppm (75 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL TWA 50 ppm (150 mg/m3)
IDLH 150 ppm

Occupational exposure limits — NIOSH Pocket Guide.

Synonyms

GLYCIDOL · oxiran-2-ylmethanol · Oxiranemethanol · 2,3-Epoxy-1-propanol · 1-Propanol, 2,3-epoxy- · Glycide · Epihydrin alcohol · Oxiranylmethanol

Molecular weight

74.08 g/mol

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Data source

Harmonised classification ECHA — EU CLP Annex VI

Legally binding EU classification adopted by ECHA under CLP Annex VI — the highest-confidence GHS source.

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