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Glycerol (Glycerin)

CAS: 56-81-5 Category: Industrial ⚠ WARNING
Also known as: Glycerin, Glycerine, 1,2,3-Propanetriol, Glycerol USP

Quick Facts

CAS Number56-81-5
Signal WordWARNING
GHS Hazard Classesharmful
NFPA RatingHealth: 1 / Flammability: 1 / Reactivity: 0
Common NamesGlycerin, Glycerine, 1,2,3-Propanetriol, Glycerol USP
PubChem CID753

Hazard Summary

⚠ WARNING: Very low hazard. FDA GRAS for food and pharmaceutical use. Industrial grades may contain impurities. Eye irritant in concentrated form. Combustible at high temperatures.

GHS Hazard Pictograms

⚠ Harmful/Irritant

Hazard Statements (H-codes)

H319 – Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements (P-codes)

P264 – Wash hands after use
P305+P351+P338 – IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for 15 min

First Aid Measures (Section 4)

👁 Eye Contact
Flush with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
🖐 Skin Contact
Wash with soap and water. Generally non-irritating.
🫁 Inhalation
Move to fresh air. Mist may cause mild irritation.
🫦 Ingestion
Rinse mouth. Very low acute toxicity. Call Poison Control if large quantity ingested.

Storage & Handling

🔒 Storage & Handling: Sealed containers in cool, dry area. Away from strong oxidizers.

PPE Requirements

Safety glasses
Nitrile gloves as precaution
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