1-Nitropropane
Synonyms & Trade Names
Nitropropane, 1-NPExposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 25 ppm (90 mg/m3)OSHA PEL
TWA 25 ppm (90 mg/m3)Physical Description
Colorless liquid with a somewhat disagreeable odor.Molecular Weight
89.1Boiling Point
269°FFreezing Point
-162°FSolubility
1%Vapor Pressure
8 mmHgIonization Potential
10.81 eVSpecific Gravity
1.00Flash Point
96°FUpper Exposive Limit
?Lower Explosive Limit
2.2%Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Amines; strong acids, alkalis & oxidizers; hydrocarbons & other combustible materials; metal oxidesExposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
irritation eyes; headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; In Animals: liver, kidney damageTarget Organs
Eyes, central nervous system, liver, kidneysPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:No recommendation
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:No recommendation
Remove:When wet (flammable)
Change:No recommendation
First Aid
(See procedures)Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash promptly
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
NIOSH/OSHA
Up to 250 ppm:
(APF = 10) Any supplied-air respirator*
Up to 625 ppm:
(APF = 25) Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode*
Up to 1000 ppm:
(APF = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece
(APF = 50) Any supplied-air respirator 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:
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