Product Identification

Product Name

Allyl acetate

Synonyms

2-Propenyl ethanoate
3-Acetoxypropene

CAS

591-87-7

Formula

C5H8O2

Molecular Weight

100.12

EINECS

209-734-8

RTECS

AF1750000

RTECS Class

Tumorigen; Primary Irritant

Merck

12,293

Beilstein/Gmelin

1742050

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-00180

EC Class

highly flammable, toxic, irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless liquid, acrid odor.

Solubility in water

Soluble

Melting Point

-96

Boiling Point

103

Vapor Pressure

31 (25 C)

Density

0.9376 g/cm3 (0 C)

Partition Coefficient

.97

Heat Of Vaporization

34.3 kJ/mol

Heat Of Combustion

-2749 kJ/mol

Usage

Synthetic flavor useful in cheese, butter, fruit.

Vapor Density

3.45

Saturation Concentration

67,000 ppm at 37 C (calculated) (3)

Refractive Index

1.40205 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. May cause irritation of the digestive tract and possible burns.

Inhalation

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

Skin

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

Eyes

Get medical aid immediately. Extensive irrigation is required (at least 30 minutes).

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Refrigerator/flammables.

Handling

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. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Wash clothing before reuse. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

May be harmful if inhaled. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Causes respiratory tract irritation with possible burns.

Skin

May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause blistering of the skin. Causes skin irritation and possible burns.

Eyes

May cause transient corneal injury. Lachrymator. Causes eye irritation and possible burns.

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

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 and poison hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. May polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated. Many liquids are lighter than water.

EC Risk Phrase

R 11 21 23/25 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 16 23.2 36/37 45

UN (DOT)

2333

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

Agitation and syncope, both attributed to panic, have been reported.

Exposure limit(s)

OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 2 mg/m3;Skin

Poison Class

2

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

6

Autoignition

374

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. 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. 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. Do NOT use straight streams of water.

Upper exp. limit

13.0

Lower exp. limit

2.1

Fire Potential

HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. 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.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

9

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

2333

Hazard Class

3

Packing Group

II

HS Code

2915 39 90