(R)-(+)-Propylene oxide, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

(R)-(+)-Propylene oxide is widely utilized in the manufacture of polyether polyols and propylene glycol, which is used to make the polyurethane plastics. It finds application as a fumigant for the sterilization of packaged foods and plastic medical instruments. Combine with ethanol, it used to make biological samples for electron microscopy. It also used in model aircraft and surface vehicles as a glow fuel.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
(R)-(+)-Propylene oxide is widely utilized in the manufacture of polyether polyols and propylene glycol, which is used to make the polyurethane plastics. It finds application as a fumigant for the sterilization of packaged foods and plastic medical instruments. Combine with ethanol, it used to make biological samples for electron microscopy. It also used in model aircraft and surface vehicles as a glow fuel.

Solubility
Miscible with water and many organic solvents.

Notes
Highly flammable. Keep away from sources of ignition. The substance may polymerize under the influence of bases, acids and metal chlorides.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 15448-47-2
• Molecular Formula: C3H6O
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 58.08
• MDL Number: MFCD00066211
• InChI Key: GOOHAUXETOMSMM-GSVOUGTGSA-N
• Synonym: r-+-propylene oxide, r-propylene oxide, 2r-2-methyloxirane, r-2-methyloxirane, r-methyloxirane, +-propylene oxide, r-epoxypropane, +-methyloxirane, r-+-1,2-epoxypropane, r-1,2-epoxypropane
• PubChem CID: 146261
• ChEBI: CHEBI:28985
• IUPAC Name: (2R)-2-methyloxirane
• SMILES: CC1CO1

• Density: 0.829
• Boiling Point: 34°C to 35°C
• Flash Point: −37°C (−35°F)
• Odor: Ether-like
• Quantity: 100 g
• UN Number: UN1280
• Beilstein: 79764
• Merck Index: 14,7856
• Solubility Information: Miscible with water and many organic solvents.
• Formula Weight: 58.08
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Chemical Name or Material: (R)-(+)-Propylene oxide

Safety and Handling

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 4
• Carcinogenicity Category 1B
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
• Flammable liquid Category 1
• Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Specific target organ toxicity Category 3

Hazard Statement

• H224-Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
• H302-Harmful if swallowed.
• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H312-Harmful in contact with skin.
• H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
• H332-Harmful if inhaled.
• H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
• H340-May cause genetic defects.
• H350-May cause cancer.

Precautionary Statement

• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
• P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
• P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
• P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only