MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Product Name: Glycerol

Catalog Number: 55101

Other Names: Glycerin, 1,2,3-Propanetriol

DOT Hazard Class: Not Applicable

DOT Proper Shipping Name: Not Applicable

UN/NA ID No.: Not Applicable

MSDS Updated: 9/16/05

Distributed By: Ladd Research Industries

83 Holly Court

Williston, VT 05495

(802) 658-4961

HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS

CAS Number Percent Exposure Limits

Glycerol 56-81-5 99+% Not Applicable

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA

Boiling Point: 182EC

Melting Point: 20EC

Vapor Pressure: <1 mm Hg @ 20EC

Specific Gravity: 1.261

Vapor Density: 3.1

Appearance and Odor: Viscous, colorless liquid

FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

Flashpoint: 159EC

Explosion Limits: Lower - 0.9%

Autoignition Temperature: 369EC

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Chemical may be irritating to eyes and skin.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID

In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration.

REACTIVITY DATA

Incompatibilities - Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.

Hazardous Combustion or Decomposition Products - Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide

Hazardous Polymerization - Will not occur

SPILL, DISPOSAL AND STORAGE INFORMATION

Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots and heavy rubber gloves. Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Violent or explosive reactions have occurred upon direct contact of glycerol with: sodium hydride, phosphorous trioxide, perchloric acid, chlorine, calcium hypochlorite, nitric acid and hydrofluoric acid, nitric acid and sulfuric acid, sodium peroxide, hydrogen peroxide or potassium permanganate.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND CONTROL MEASURES

Wear appropriate NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator, chemical resistant gloves, safety goggles, other protective clothing. Mechanical exhaust required. Safety shower and eye bath. Do not breathe vapor. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Wash thoroughly after handling.

SECTION 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION

Not applicable

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The information presented is believed to be correct and is the most accurate information available to us at this time. However, Ladd Research makes no warranty, express or implied, and assumes no liability for this information and the product described herein.