| [Flash Point] 200 | |
| [Autoignition] 490 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. This material in sufficient quantity and reduced particle size is capable of creating a dust explosion. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | |
| [Upper exp. limit] 12.5 | |
| [Lower exp. limit] 1.6 | |
| [Fire Potential] Moderate fire hazard, from heat or flame; or oxidizers. | |
| [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. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [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 clothing 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 limit(s)] NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) OSHA PEL: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) | |
| [Poison Class] 5 | |
| [Appearance] Colorless to white crystalline, odorless powder. | |
| [Solubility in water] 60 g/L | |
| [Melting Point] 47 - 49 | |
| [Boiling Point] 380 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 2E-7 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 1.511 g/cm3 | |
| [pKa/pKb] 13.55 (pKa) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] -1.69 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 72.7 kJ/mol | |
| [Heat Of Combustion] -2769 kJ/mol | |
| [Usage] Chemical intermediate for alkylated resins, synth lubricants, pentaerythritol tetranitrate & resin & tall oil esters. | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.548 (20 C) | |
| [Product Name] 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol | |
| [Synonyms] 2,2-bis(Hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol Methane tetramethylol Monopentaerythritol Tetrahydroxymethylolmethane Tetramethylolmethane | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_115-77-5.htm">115-77-5 | |
| [Formula] C5H12O4 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 136.15 | |
| [EINECS] 204-104-9 | |
| [RTECS] RZ2490000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Merck] 12,7245 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1679274 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-01-00-02812 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. | |
| [Disposal Code] 3 | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents - strong acids - acid chlorides - acid anhydrides - thiophosphoryl chloride. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | |
| [HS Code] 2905 42 00 |
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