Product Identification

Product Name

1-Nitropropane

Synonyms

1-Nitropan
1-NP
N-Nitropropane

CAS

108-03-2

Formula

C3H7NO2

Molecular Weight

89.09

EINECS

203-544-9

RTECS

TZ5075000

RTECS Class

Mutagen; Human Data; Primary Irritant

Merck

12,6724

Beilstein/Gmelin

506236

Beilstein Reference

4-01-00-00229

EC Index Number

609-001-00-6

EC Class

Flammable; Harmful

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless, oily liquid with a mild, fruity odor.

Solubility in water

10 g/L

Melting Point

-108

Boiling Point

131

Vapor Pressure

7.5 (20 C)

Density

0.9934 g/cm3 (20 C)

pKa/pKb

8.98 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

.87

Heat Of Vaporization

42.3 kJ/mol

Heat Of Combustion

-1992 kJ/mol

Usage

Solvent for cellulose acetate, vinyl resins, lacquers, synthetic rubbers, fats, oils, dyes, other organic materials, as intermediate, propellant.

Vapor Density

3.1

Saturation Concentration

10000 ppm (approx 1%) at 20 C (calculated)

Odor threshold

300 ppm

Refractive Index

1.4018 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.

Inhalation

Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Flammables-area.

Handling

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Do not ingest or inhale. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. Causes digestive tract irritation.

Hazards

Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.

EC Risk Phrase

R 10 20/21/22

EC Safety Phrase

S 9

UN (DOT)

2608

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. 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 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Exposure Effects

Effects may be delayed.

Exposure limit(s)

TLV: 25 ppm; 91 mg/m3 (as TWA) (ACGIH 1995-1996). OSHA PEL: TWA 25 ppm (90 mg/m3) NIOSH REL: TWA 25 ppm (90 mg/m3) NIOSH IDLH: 1000 ppm

Poison Class

3

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

36

Autoignition

420

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Will burn if involved in a fire. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. May polymerize explosively when involved in a fire. Extinguishing media: For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. For large fires, use water spray, fog, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water may be ineffective. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.

Upper exp. limit

11.0

Lower exp. limit

2.2

Fire Potential

HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors. Water spray may reduce vapor but may not prevent ignition in closed spaces.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

9

Stability

May explode when heated.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

2608

Hazard Class

3

Packing Group

III

HS Code

2904 20 00