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(R)-(+)-Propylene oxide, 99%

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Description

CAS: 15448-47-2 | C3H6O | 58.08 g/mol

(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.

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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.
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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

Specifications

Density 0.829
Boiling Point 34°C to 35°C
Flash Point −37°C (−35°F)
Odor Ether-like
Quantity 5 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
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  • 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.
  • H312-Harmful in contact with skin.
  • H315-Causes skin irritation.
  • 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.
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