Isopropyl glycidyl ether
Synonyms & Trade Names
1,2-Epoxy-3-isopropoxypropane, IGE, Isopropoxymethyl oxiraneExposure Limits
NIOSH REL
C 50 ppm (240 mg/m3) [15-minute]OSHA PEL
TWA 50 ppm (240 mg/m3) See Appendix GPhysical Description
Colorless liquid.Molecular Weight
116.2Boiling Point
279°FFreezing Point
?Solubility
19%Vapor Pressure
(77°F): 9 mmHgIonization Potential
?Specific Gravity
0.92Flash Point
92°FUpper Exposive Limit
?Lower Explosive Limit
?Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers, strong caustics [Note: May form explosive peroxides upon exposure to air or light.]Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
irritation eyes, skin, upper respiratory system; skin sensitization; possible hematopoietic, reproductive effectsTarget Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, blood, reproductive systemPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet (flammable)
Change:No recommendation
First Aid
(See procedures)Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash immediately
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
NIOSH/OSHA
Up to 400 ppm:
(APF = 25) Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode£
(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
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division