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Allyl glycidyl ether

Synonyms & Trade Names
AGE, 1-Allyloxy-2,3-epoxypropane, Glycidyl allyl ether, [(2-Propenyloxy)methyl] oxirane
CAS No.
106-92-3
RTECS No.
RR0875000
DOT ID & Guide
2219 129
Formula
C₆H₁₀O₂
Conversion
1 ppm = 4.67 mg/m3
IDLH
50 ppm
See: 106923
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 5 ppm (22 mg/m3) ST 10 ppm (44 mg/m3) [skin]
OSHA PEL
C 10 ppm (45 mg/m3) See Appendix G
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 2545
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Colorless liquid with a pleasant odor.
Molecular Weight
114.2
Boiling Point
309°F
Freezing Point
-148°F [forms glass]
Solubility
14%
Vapor Pressure
2 mmHg
Ionization Potential
?
Specific Gravity
0.97
Flash Point
135°F
Upper Exposive Limit
?
Lower Explosive Limit
?
Class II Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 100°F and below 140°F.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, nose, respiratory system; dermatitis; pulmonary edema; narcosis; possible hematopoietic, reproductive effects
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, blood, reproductive system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Eyewash
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Water flush promptly
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations

NIOSH

Up to 50 ppm:
(APF = 10) Any chemical cartridge respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s)
(APF = 25) Any powered, air-purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s)
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister
(APF = 10) Any supplied-air respirator
(APF = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece

Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions:
(APF = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
(APF = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positive-pressure breathing apparatus

Escape:
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister
Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also
INTRODUCTION   ICSC CARD: 0096

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