Isopropyl ether
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CAS
108-20-3
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(CH3)2CHOCH(CH3)2
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RTECS
TZ5425000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Diisopropyl ether, Diisopropyl oxide, 2-Isopropoxy propane
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DOT ID & Guide
1159 / 127
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 500 ppm (2100 mg/m3)
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OSHA PEL: TWA 500 ppm (2100 mg/m3)
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IDLH
1400 ppm [10%LEL]
See: 108203
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Conversion
1 ppm = 4.18 mg/m3
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Physical Description
Colorless liquid with a sharp, sweet, ether-like odor.
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MW: 102.2
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BP: 154°F
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FRZ: -76°F
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Sol: 0.2%
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VP: 119 mmHg
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IP: 9.20 eV
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Sp.Gr: 0.73
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Fl.P: -18°F
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UEL: 7.9%
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LEL: 1.4%
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Class IB Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. below 73°F and BP at or above 100°F.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers, acids [Note: Unstable peroxides may form on long contact with air.]
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 1618; OSHA 7
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet (flammable)
Change: No recommendation
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap wash promptly
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
NIOSH/OSHA
Up to 1400 ppm:
(APF = 10) Any chemical cartridge respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s)*
(APF = 25) Any powered, air-purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s)*
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister
(APF = 10) Any supplied-air respirator*
(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
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin, nose; respiratory discomfort; dermatitis; in animals: drowsiness, dizziness, unconsciousness, narcosis
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0906 |
