Allyl glycidyl ether
Synonyms & Trade Names
AGE, 1-Allyloxy-2,3-epoxypropane, Glycidyl allyl ether, [(2-Propenyloxy)methyl] oxiraneExposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 5 ppm (22 mg/m3) ST 10 ppm (44 mg/m3) [skin]OSHA PEL
C 10 ppm (45 mg/m3) See Appendix GPhysical Description
Colorless liquid with a pleasant odor.Molecular Weight
114.2Boiling Point
309°FFreezing Point
-148°F [forms glass]Solubility
14%Vapor Pressure
2 mmHgIonization Potential
?Specific Gravity
0.97Flash Point
135°FUpper Exposive Limit
?Lower Explosive Limit
?Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizersExposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
irritation eyes, skin, nose, respiratory system; dermatitis; pulmonary edema; narcosis; possible hematopoietic, reproductive effectsTarget Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, blood, reproductive systemPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Eyewash
First Aid
(See procedures)Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Water flush promptly
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
NIOSH
Up to 50 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
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division