(S)-(-)-Propylene oxide
Synonym(s):(S)-(−)-1,2-Epoxypropane;(S)-(−)-Methyloxirane
- CAS NO.:16088-62-3
- Empirical Formula: C3H6O
- Molecular Weight: 58.08
- MDL number: MFCD00064312
- EINECS: 240-241-0
- SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
- Update Date: 2024-11-05 19:05:58
What is (S)-(-)-Propylene oxide?
Chemical properties
Colorless to light yellow liqui
The Uses of (S)-(-)-Propylene oxide
(S)-(-)-Propylene oxide is widely utilized in the manufacture of polyether polyols and propylene glycol, which is used in making the polyurethane plastics. It finds an 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 is also used in model aircraft and surface vehicles as a glow fuel.
Definition
ChEBI: (S)-1,2-epoxypropane is a 1,2-epoxypropane. It is an enantiomer of a (R)-1,2-epoxypropane.
Properties of (S)-(-)-Propylene oxide
Melting point: | -111.9°C |
alpha | -14 º (neat) |
Boiling point: | 33-34 °C(lit.) |
Density | 0.829 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.) |
vapor density | 2 (vs air) |
vapor pressure | 8.59 psi ( 20 °C) |
refractive index | n |
Flash point: | −35 °F |
storage temp. | 2-8°C |
form | clear liquid |
color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
explosive limit | 37% |
Water Solubility | 40 g/100 mL (20 ºC) |
Merck | 14,7856 |
BRN | 79765 |
CAS DataBase Reference | 16088-62-3(CAS DataBase Reference) |
NIST Chemistry Reference | Oxirane, methyl-, (s)-(16088-62-3) |
Safety information for (S)-(-)-Propylene oxide
Signal word | Danger |
Pictogram(s) |
Flame Flammables GHS02 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 Health Hazard GHS08 |
GHS Hazard Statements |
H224:Flammable liquids H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation H340:Germ cell mutagenicity H350:Carcinogenicity |
Precautionary Statement Codes |
P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P233:Keep container tightly closed. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P303+P361+P353:IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P403+P233:Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
Computed Descriptors for (S)-(-)-Propylene oxide
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