Laboratory and analytical solvent (ACS grade): extraction, chromatography and synthesis.
Restrictions on Use
Not for food, drug or household use. Highly flammable: use with adequate ventilation, away from ignition sources.
Section 2
Hazard Identification
FlammableIrritant / harmful
Classification
Flammable liquids, Category 2
Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Category 2A
Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure, Category 3 (narcotic effects)
Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Precautionary Statements
P210Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P233Keep container tightly closed.
P240Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
P241Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, and lighting equipment.
P242Use non-sparking tools.
P243Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors or spray.
P264Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling.
P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye/face protection.
P303+P361+P353IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.
P304+P340IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P312Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell.
P337+P313If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention.
P370+P378In case of fire: Use alcohol-resistant foam, CO2 or dry chemical powder to extinguish.
P403+P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P403+P235Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
P405Store locked up.
P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations.
Classification, hazard (H) and precautionary (P) statements and pictograms per OSHA HCS 2024 (29 CFR 1910.1200, Appendices A–C), aligned with GHS Rev. 7.
Section 3
Composition / Information on Ingredients
Composition and information on ingredients
Component
CAS No.
Formula
Concentration
Isopropyl acetate
108-21-4
C5H10O2
≥ 99.5% (w/w)
Concentrations are nominal; lot-specific values appear on the Certificate of Analysis. Components not contributing to classification are omitted.
Section 4
First-Aid Measures
Eyes
Rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention immediately.
Skin
Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing. Wash with soap. Get medical attention immediately.
Inhalation
Move person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion
Do Not Induce Vomiting! Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If conscious, wash out mouth with water. Get medical attention immediately.
Most Important Symptoms and Effects
Eye contact causes irritation: redness, pain and tearing.
Inhalation of vapors may cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache and nausea.
Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment
Treat symptomatically. Get medical attention if symptoms develop or persist.
Section 5
Fire-Fighting Measures
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Alcohol-resistant foam, CO2, dry chemical powder. Water spray may be used to cool fire-exposed containers.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
Do not use a solid water stream — may scatter and spread fire.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
Vapors are heavier than air and may form explosive mixtures with air; they can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Containers may rupture when heated.
Protective Equipment
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion Products
Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide on combustion.
Section 6
Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions
Use PPE as described in Section 8. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Hazard-Specific Precautions
Eliminate all ignition sources. Use non-sparking tools and explosion-proof equipment; ground and bond containers during cleanup.
Environmental Precautions
Prevent leakage or spillage from entering drains, sewers, or waterways.
Containment & Cleanup
Absorb with inert material. Collect in appropriate waste container. Dispose per applicable regulations.
Section 7
Handling and Storage
Safe Handling
Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed when not in use.
Safe Storage
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Keep away from incompatible materials (see Section 10). Keep containers tightly closed. Ground and bond containers when transferring material.
Specific Storage Precautions
Keep tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated flammables area away from ignition sources, oxidizers, acids and bases. Store locked up. Ground and bond containers.
Section 8
Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Occupational Exposure Limits
Occupational exposure limits
Limit
Value
OSHA PEL
250 ppm TWA
ACGIH TLV
100 ppm TWA / 200 ppm STEL
IDLH
1,800 ppm
Engineering Controls
Use adequate ventilation. Provide eyewash stations and quick-drench showers accessible to areas of use.
Eye/Face Protection
Wear chemical safety goggles or face shield.
Skin Protection
Wear chemical-resistant gloves and protective clothing.
Respiratory Protection
Use a NIOSH-approved respirator with organic vapor cartridges. For confined spaces or exposures above the OEL, use supplied-air respiratory protection.
Exposure limits sourced from NIOSH Pocket Guide, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000 and ACGIH TLVs.
Section 9
Physical & Chemical Properties
Appearance
Colorless, volatile liquid
Odor
Sweet, fruity ester odor
Odor Threshold
No data available
pH
No data available
Melting Point / Freezing Point
-73 °C (-100 °F)
Boiling Point
89 °C (192 °F)
Flash Point
2–5 °C (36–41 °F), closed cup
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Flammability (solid, gas)
No data available
Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive Limits
LEL 1.8% / UEL 8% (v/v in air)
Vapor Pressure
About 48 mmHg (6.5 kPa) at 20–21 °C
Vapor Density
3.5 (air = 1)
Relative Density
0.872 at 20 °C (water = 1)
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water (about 31 g/L at 20 °C); miscible with most organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water)
No data available
Auto-ignition Temperature
479 °C (894 °F)
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Viscosity
About 0.5 mPa·s at 25 °C
Particle Characteristics
Not applicable
Form
Liquid
Density
0.874 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float
Refractive Index
1.376 - 1.378
Values shown reflect product-specific canonical data. Lot-specific ranges may vary; see the Certificate of Analysis for the shipped lot.
Section 10
Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity
Not reactive under normal conditions of use and storage.
Chemical Stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions
None under normal processing conditions.
Conditions to Avoid
Heat, sparks, open flame, static discharge and other ignition sources.
Incompatible Materials
Strong oxidizing agents; strong acids and bases (hydrolysis).
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide on combustion.
Section 11
Toxicological Information
See below for route-specific acute toxicity data.
Likely Routes of Exposure
Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion.
Symptoms
Eye contact causes irritation: redness, pain and tearing.
Inhalation of vapors may cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache and nausea.
Delayed and Chronic Effects
No delayed or chronic effects identified beyond the classification in Section 2.
Acute toxicity
Route
Value
LD50 Oral (rat)
3,000–6,750 mg/kg (rat)
LD50 Dermal (rabbit)
> 17,400 mg/kg
LC50 Inhalation (rat, 4h)
50.6 mg/L (rat, 8 h)
Carcinogen Classification
Carcinogen classification
Agency
Status
IARC
Not listed as carcinogen.
NTP
Not listed as carcinogen.
OSHA
Not listed as carcinogen.
Section 12
Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
Data not available. Avoid release to the environment.
Persistence & Degradability
Hydrolyzes slowly (half-life 2.4 yr at pH 7); air half-life ~4.6 d — Biodegrades (61% in 5 d / 76% in 20 d, domestic wastewater inoculum)
Bioaccumulative Potential
BCF 2 (estimated; low)
Mobility in Soil
Very high soil mobility (estimated Koc 15)
Section 13
Disposal Considerations
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Do not dispose of into drains or waterways.
EPA RCRA Waste Codes
D001 (ignitable). Isopropyl acetate is not a P-, U- or F-listed waste.
If discarded, this material may be an ignitable hazardous waste (EPA RCRA D001, 40 CFR 261.21(a)(1): flash point below 60 °C; aqueous solutions with less than 24% alcohol by volume are excluded). The waste generator must make the final hazardous-waste determination.
Section 14
Transport Information
US DOT (49 CFR)
UN Number
UN1220
Proper Shipping Name
Isopropyl acetate
Hazard Class
3
Packing Group
II
Additional US DOT Requirements
Inner packagings of 1 L or less may ship as Limited Quantity (49 CFR 173.150(b)). Not a marine pollutant.
IMDG / IATA classifications may differ from US DOT. Verify current regulations before international shipment.
Section 15
Regulatory Information
Regulatory inventory listings
Inventory / List
Status
California Proposition 65
Not listed
US EPA TSCA Active Inventory
Listed
EPCRA SARA 313 (TRI)
Not listed
CERCLA Reportable Quantity (RQ)
Not a CERCLA hazardous substance (no RQ); not an EPCRA Section 313 chemical.
SARA 311/312 hazard categories correspond to the GHS classification in Section 2. Data retrieved as of: California Proposition 65 2026-10-02; US EPA TSCA Active Inventory 2026-10-02; EPCRA SARA 313 (TRI) 2026-10-02.
Section 16
Other Information
Revision Date
Format
16-section format per OSHA HCS 2024 (29 CFR 1910.1200, Appendix D), aligned with GHS Rev. 7.
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