Pentaerythritol
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CAS
115-77-5
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C(CH2OH)4
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RTECS
RZ2490000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
2,2-bis(Hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol; Methane tetramethylol; Monopentaerythritol; PE; Tetrahydroxymethylolmethane; Tetramethylolmethane
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DOT ID & Guide
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
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OSHA PEL†: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
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Physical Description
Colorless to white, crystalline, odorless powder. [Note: Technical grade is 88% monopentaerythritol & 12% dipentaerythritol.]
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MW: 136.2
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BP: Sublimes
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MLT: 500°F (Sublimes)
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Sol(59°F): 6%
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VP: 0.00000008 mmHg
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IP: ?
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Sp.Gr: 1.38
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Fl.P: ?
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UEL: ?
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LEL: ?
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Combustible Solid
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Organic acids, oxidizers [Note: Explosive compound is formed when a mixture of PE & thiophosphoryl chloride is heated.]
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 0500, 0600
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water wash
Breathing: Fresh air
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
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, respiratory system
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Target Organs
Eyes, respiratory system
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