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I. Identification
Chemicals name: Isopropyl alcohol
Other Information: -
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against: Manufacture of acetone and derivatives;
manufacture of glycerol and isopropyl acetate; solvents for aromatic and other oils, alkaloids,
glue, resins; possible solvents for cellulose derivatives; coating solvent; anti-freeze agent for
liquid fuel; enamel; extract processing; dehydrating agent; preservatives; lotion; denaturant.
Information on Producer/Supplier Name, Addresses, Phone: Linyuan Factory, LCY Chemical Corp /
rd
NO.11, Shihhua 3 Rd., Linyuan District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan (R.O.C )
Emergency Phone / Fax: (07) 6419966 / (07) 6410537
II. Hazard Identification:
Hazard Category: Class 2 flammable liquids, Class 5 acute toxic substance (ingestion), Class 3 skin corrosion/irritation
substance, Class 2 severe injury/eye irritation substance
Labeled Contents:
Symbols: Flames, Warning
Warning: Danger
Hazard Warning Information:
Highly flammable liquid and vapor
Harmful if ingested
Causes slight skin irritation
Causes eye irritation
Hazard Prevention Measures:
Place container in a well-ventilated area
Keep away from inflammables. – Smoking prohibited
Prevent eye contact
Do not dispose in drainage canals
Prevent static electricity
Other Hazards: -
III. COMPOSITION OF MIXTURE
Single:
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English Name: Isopropyl Alcohol
Synonyms: isopropanol, 2-Propanol, Dimethylcarbinol, Sec-Propyl Alcohol, Isopropanol
Chemical Abstracts Number (CAS No.): 67-63-0
Percentage for Chemical Ingredient (%): >99%
VI. First Aid Measures:
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Inhalation:
1. Remove the pollution source or the patient to a place with fresh air. 2. If breathing has stopped, apply
artificial respiration immediately. 3. Seek medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact:
1. Use gentle, running warm water to rinse the injured area for more than 15 minutes as soon as possible.
2. Remove contaminated clothes and shoes when flushing with water. Contaminated clothes must be washed
thoroughly before disposal.
3. If irritation persists, seek medical attention immediately.
Eye Contact:
1. Immediately lift upper and lower eyelids, wash with warm water for 20 minutes. 2. Seek medical attention
immediately.
Ingestion:
1. Let the patient dink large amount of water to induce vomiting unless the patient is unconscious or has a cramp.
2. Seek medical attention immediately.
Major Disease and Harm Effect: Irritation. Exposure to large amounts can cause unconsciousness and death.
First-Aid Personal Protection: Must wear Class C protective gear and perform emergency rescue in safe area.
Prompt to Doctor: -
V. Fire Fighting Measure:
Suitable Extinguishing Media: carbon dioxide, chemical powder, and alcoholic foam
Special Exposure Hazards:
1. Vapors and liquids are flammable. Liquid will accumulate electric charges. Vapor is heavier than air and
may float to places far away, and may flashback from ignition sources.
2. High heat will cause this material to decompose and produce toxic gas. The containers in a fire site may
rupture and explode. ,
Special Extinguishing Procedure:
1. Retreat and extinguish the fire from a safe distance or a protected area. 2. Stay upwind to keep away from
hazardous vapor and toxic decomposition. 3. Any leakage should be stopped before extinguishing the fire. If
the leakage cannot be stopped and there is no immediate danger in the surrounding area, allow it to burn away. If
the leakage is not stopped before extinguishing the fire, the vapor and the air will form an explosive mixture and
ignite afterwards. 4. Separate materials that are not on fire and protect the personnel. 5. Move the container
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away from the fire field under safe conditions. 6. Use water mist to cool the tanks or containers in exposed the
fire field. 7. Using water fog to extinguish fire may be ineffective without trained fire-fighting personnel. 8. If
the leakage is not ignited, spray water mist to disperse vapor and protect the personnel who try to stop the
leakage. 9. A water spout is ineffective for extinguishing the fire. 10. For a big fire in a large area, use the
unmanned water mist stand or the automatic water fire monitor. 11. Retreat from the fire field and allow the fire
to burn out. 12. Stay away from the tanks. 13. When the safety valve alarm of the tank sounds or the color
changes due to fire, retreat immediately. 14. Personnel without special protective equipment should not enter
the fire field.
Special Protection Equipment: Fire fighters must wear air respirators, protective gloves, and fire fighting coats.
VI. Accidental Release Measures:
Personal Protection:
1. Before the polluted area is cleaned up completely, access to the area should be restricted.
2. Make sure the cleaning work is performed by trained personnel.
3. The personnel should wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Environmental Protection:
1. The air in the area should be well ventilated.
2. All flammable sources should be extinguished or eliminated.
3. Report the accident to the safety, health, and environmental protection authorities of the government.
Methods for Cleaning Up:
1. Do not come in contact with the released chemical. 2. Avoid the released chemical from entering the sewers
or sealed spaces. 3. Stop or reduce the leakage under safe conditions if possible. 4. Use soil, sand or similar
inert non-combustible substances that will not react with the spill to surround the spill. 5. For small spills,
absorb using an absorbent that will not react with the spill. The polluted absorbent becomes as harmful as the
released chemical and should be placed in the appropriate container that is capped and labeled. Use water to clean
up the leakage area. 6. For large spills, contact the fire department, emergency rescue units and supplier for
assistance.
VII. Handling and Storage:
Handling:
1. This substance is a highly flammable and toxic liquid. Therefore, personal protective equipment should be
operative and utilized during disposal. The staff should receive relevant trainings on the risk and safe handling of
this substance. 2. All flammable sources should be removed and kept away from heat and incompatible
substances. 3. The “Smoking Prohibited” sign should be present in the work area. 4. The liquid will
accumulate an electric charge. Therefore, a design to increase the conductivity should be taken into
consideration. For example, all tanks, transfer containers, and lines should be grounded. Any naked metal should
be connected for grounding. During the operation, the flow rate should be reduced to increase the operation time,
the duration of the liquid retained in the lines should be increased, and the operation should be performed under
low temperature. 5. When the operation is not conducted in the sealed system, the connections between the
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operation container and the receiving transmission equipment should be at the equivalent electric potential. 6.
The empty tanks, containers, and lines may contain harmful residues. Therefore, there should be no welding,
cutting, drilling, or heating before they are cleaned. 7. The ventilation system or equipment that does not
produce sparks used in the work area should be explosion-proof. 8. The formation of mist or vapor during the
operation should be avoided. The operation should be conducted in a well-ventilated area in the smallest quantity
possible. The operation area should be separated from the storage area. 9. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment when necessary to avoid contact with this chemical substance or the polluted equipment. 10. Do
not use with incompatible chemicals (such as strong oxidants) in order to decrease the risks of fire and explosion.
Storage:
1. Make sure that the passageways and exits are clear and unobstructed. 2. Consider the installation of leakage
and fire detection systems, auto fire extinguishing system or enough usable emergency handling equipment in the
storage area and operation area for large amounts. 3. Use containers made of compatible materials. Be careful to
avoid spills during repacking. 4. Do not try to send out the material by adding pressure using air or inert gases.
5. Do not mix the material in the storage area unless this area is isolated with fireproof structure. 6. Use approved
container and mixing equipment for flammable liquids. 7. Do not pour contaminated liquid back to the original
storage tank. 8. Containers must be labeled, tightly sealed and kept from damages when not in use. 9. The
chemical should be stored in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Keep away from heat
sources, flammable sources, and incompatibles. 10. Storage equipment should be constructed with fire-resistant
materials. 11. The floor should be constructed with impermeable material to avoid absorption by the floor. 12.
Set up slopes, doorsills or furrows at doorways so that leaking substances are discharged to a safe place. 13. The
storage area should have clear signs and be free from impediments. Only designated or trained personnel are
allowed to enter. 14. The storage area and the work area should be separated. The chemical should be stored
away from lifts, buildings, room entrances, or major accesses. 15. Appropriate fire extinguishers and leak
clean-up equipment should be available near the storage area. 16. Containers should be checked for damages or
leakage regularly. 17. All new containers should be checked for the appropriate labels and any damage. 18.
The quantity of chemical to be stored should be limited. 19. The containers make from compatible materials
should be used to store the released chemical. 20. The storage tanks should be grounded and connected to other
equipment at equivalent electric potential. 21. Tanks used for storing inflammable liquids must be installed with
relief valve and vacuum relief valve. 22. The chemical should be stored at the temperature suggested by the
chemical manufacturer or supplier. If necessary, the temperature detection alarm should be installed to alert if the
temperature is too high or too low. 23. The storage of large quantities should be avoided. The chemical should
be stored in the isolated fireproof building. 24. The exhaust pipes of tanks should be installed with flame
arresters. 25. The storage tanks should be built on the ground level with the entire bottom sealed to prevent
leakage. The liquid control dam able to hold the entire volume should be present in the surrounding area.
VIII. Exposure Control / Personal Protection:
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Engineering Control:
1. Complete gas exchange or partial exhaust devices.
2. Will not produce sparks if used alone and grounded to the ventilation system.
3. Exhaust opening is connected directly outside the window.
4. Provide enough fresh air to supplement the air exhausted by the exhaust system.
Control Factor:
TWA STEL CEILING BEIs
400 ppm 500 ppm — —
Personal Protection Equipment:
Respiratory Protection: 1. Below 2000ppm: Fixed amount air supplied type respirator, respiratory respirator with
organic vapor filter cartridge powered for air purification or full chemical filter cartridge,
respirator with organic vapor filter cartridge, full self-contained or air supplied respirator.
2. Unknown Concentration: positive-pressure self-contained respiratory apparatus,
positive-pressure full air-supply respiratory apparatus with positive-pressure
self-contained respiratory apparatus.
3. Escape: Gas mask with organic vapor filter cartridge, life escape self-contained
breathing apparatus.
Hand Protection: 1. Impermeable gloves made of butyl rubber, rubber-like, Viton, 4H, CPF 3, Responder,
etc.
Eye Protection: 1. Anti chemical splashing safety goggles, full face masks
Skin & Body Protection: 1. Leak-proof gloves made of butyl rubber, rubber-like, Viton, 4H, etc.
Hygiene Procedures:
1. Polluted clothes should be removed as soon as the work is completed. The clothes should be worn or discarded
only after being washed. The washing staff should be informed of the harmful effects of the pollution. 2. Eating,
drinking, and smoking are strictly prohibited in the work area. 3. Wash hands thoroughly after handling the
substance. 4. Keep the work area clean.
IX. Physical and Chemical Properties / Characteristics:
Appearance: Colorless liquid Odor: Rubbery alcohol odor
Odor threshold: 3.3-610 ppm (detected), 7.6-49ppm (sensed) Melting point: - 88.5
pH value: Boiling Point / Boiling Range: 82.3 ℃
Flammability (solid, gas): Flash Point: 12 ℃
Decomposition Temperature: - Test Method: Close Cup
Spontaneous Temperature: 399℃ Exposure Limits: 2.0 %~12
Vapor Pressure: 33 mmHg @ 20℃ Vapor Density: 2.07
Specific Gravity：0.785 Solubility in Water: Completely soluble
Log Kow: 0.05 Percent volatile: 1.5 (n-Butyl Acetate = 1)
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X. Stability and Reactivity:
Stability: Under normal stable condition, may slowly form into peroxides.
Special Conditions of Hazardous Reaction:
1. Strong oxidants (such as nitrates, perchlorates and peroxides): increased risks of fire and explosion. 2.
Phosgene: produces isopropyl chlorocarbonate and hydrochloric acid. 3. Ferric salt: causes explosive heat
decomposition reaction. 4. Hydrogen – Palladium: may catch fire if mixed in the air. 5. Strong acid: May cause
violent reaction. 6. Alkali metals or alkali earth metals: may release flammable toxic gases.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, static electricity, ignition sources, light
Incompatibility: Ferric salt, hydrogen – palladium, strong oxidizer, phosgene
Hazardous Decomposition Products: -
XI. Toxicological Information
Exposure route: skin contact, inhalation, ingestion, eye contact
Symptoms: Irritation, dizziness, narcosis, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
Acute Toxicity:
Skin: 1. Short period of exposure will not irritate skin.
Inhalation: 1. Concentration of below 400 ppm will cause light irritation of the upper respiratory tract.
2. High concentration will cause dizziness, loss of motor functions (loss of coordination), and deep
coma.
Ingestion: 1. May cause dizziness, stomachache, painful cramps, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
2. Exposure to large amount will cause unconsciousness and death. 3. Estimated fatal dosage is
about 131g.
Eye: 1. Concentration of below 400 ppm will cause light irritation. 2. Direct contact of liquid with the
eyes will cause acute irritation.
LD50 (Test animal, absorption route): 5045mg/kg (rat, ingestion)
LC50 (Test animal, absorption route): 16000ppm/8H (rat, inhalation)
Chronic:
1. Skin: Prolonged or frequent skin contact may cause dryness and peeling. 。
2. Ingestion: After daily ingestion of 6.4mg/kg isopropyl alcohol for 6 weeks, the blood and urine show no special
changes in the chemical or cellular compositions.
3500ppm/7H (Female rats pregnant for 1-19 days, ingestion) causes incomplete development of the embryo.
IARC listed it as Group 3: Cannot be determined as carcinogenic in humans.
XII. Ecological Information:
Eco-toxicity: LC50 (Fish): -
EC50 (aquatic invertebrates): -
Bio-concentration Factor (BCF):
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Durability and Degradability:
1. Results from 4 experiments showed that after 5 days (20) in the sewage, isopropyl alcohol can decompose 58%
of the BOD theoretical value. 2. When released into water, it is expected to evaporate (estimated half-life is 5.4
days) and can be biodegraded (although it decomposed quickly in the laboratory but there is no relevant data in
natural water sources). 3. When released into the air, it is expected to undergo photolysis (half-life is 1 to
several days). Since it is water-soluble, it may be washed down by the rain.
Half-life (air): 62~72 hr
Half-life (water surface): 24~168 hr
Half-life (underground water): 48~336 hr
Half-life (soil): 24~168 hr
Biological Accumulation: Will not accumulate inside the body.
Fluidity in the Soil: When released into the soil, its high vapor pressure, faced with low adsorption from the soil, will
cause it to evaporate quickly and seep into the ground.
Other adverse effects: Highly toxic to aquatic or marine life.
XIII. Disposal Information:
Disposal Information:
1. Bury in specified landfills or incinerate in approved solvent incinerators. 2. If small amounts flow into
drainages or gutters, wash with large amounts of water to prevent the accumulation of flammable gases. 3. For
large amounts report to the environmental protection unit.
XIV. Transport Information:
The United Nations Number (Un-No): 1219
UN Transport Name: Isopropyl alcohol
Transport Hazard Classification: Class 3 Flammable Liquids
Packaging Category: II
Marine Pollutant (Yes/No): No
Special Transport Way and Note: -
XV. Regulation Information:
Apply Regulation:
1. Enforcement Rules of the Occupational Safety and Health Act
2. Regulations of Hazard Communication on Dangerous and Harmful Material
3. Ordinance on Prevention of Organic Solvent Poisoning
4. Standards of Tolerable Hazardous Substance Concentration in the Air of Labor Working Environment
5. Traffic Safety Regulations
6. Standards for the Storage, Clearance, and Disposal of Industrial Waste
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7. Public Hazardous Materials and Flammable Pressurized Gases Establishment Standards and Safety Control
Regulations
XVI. Other Information:
1.CHEMINFO Database, CCINFO CD, 2005-3
2.RTECS Database, TOMES PLUS CD, Vol65, 2005
Reference
3.HSDB Database, TOMES PLUS CD, Vol65, 2005
4.ChemWatch Database, 2005-1
Name: Linyuan Factory, LCY Chemical Corp
Responsible
rd
Address/Tel: NO.11, Shihhua 3 Rd., Linyuan District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan (R.O.C ) /
Department
(07) 6419966-150176
Prepared by Job title ： Environmental Engineer. Name(signature and seal) ：Cash Chuang
Date March 31, 2017
Note This SDS version is intended for reference only
