Product Name: Sinopec Polypropylene
Chemical Family: Polyolefin
Synonyms: Propene Homopolymer, Polypropylene Resin
Manufacturer: Sinopec Corporation
Recommended Uses: Injection molding, blow molding, sheet extrusion, fiber production
Contact Information: Sinopec Chemical Product Safety Department, hotline and emergency numbers provided on packaging
CAS Number: 9003-07-0
UN Number: Not regulated as a hazardous material for transport
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: Dust may cause mechanical irritation to eyes and lungs
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, wash thoroughly after handling, use with adequate ventilation
Hazard Pictograms: None required
Other Hazards: Molten material can cause severe thermal burns
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation of dust can irritate respiratory system, skin contact with hot polymer can cause burns
Chemical Name: Polypropylene
Chemical Formula: (C3H6)n
Concentration: >99%
Impurities: Trace additives like antioxidants, slip agents, antistatic agents (<1%)
Hazardous Ingredients: None present in concentrations required to be reported
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes gently with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if possible, continue rinsing, get medical advice for irritation
Skin Contact: If molten material contacts skin, cool area with water, do not remove material adhered to skin, seek medical attention for burns
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, obtain medical advice if symptoms occur
Most Important Symptoms: Mechanical irritation, thermal burns from hot product
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, CO2, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water jet on molten material
Specific Hazards: Dusts may form explosive mixtures with air, thermal decomposition may release CO, CO2, and hydrocarbons
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear
Specific Methods: Cool surrounding containers with water spray, remove combustibles if safe, watch for reignition
Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, small amounts of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons
Personal Precautions: Wear safety glasses, gloves, dust mask for large amounts of dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering sewers, soil, or waterways
Methods of Cleanup: Sweep or vacuum spilled pellets or powder, avoid creating dust, collect in suitable containers for recycling/disposal
Secondary Measures: Wash down spill area with water after material is removed, ventilate area if needed
Handling: Avoid creating dust, use with adequate ventilation, prevent accumulation on floors that could cause slipping
Protective Measures: Ground equipment to prevent static discharge, keep away from sources of heat or ignition especially during transfer
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands thoroughly after use, do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, protect from sunlight and moisture, keep containers tightly closed
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids
Special Packaging Requirements: Use labeled bags/containers resistant to mechanical damage
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific exposure limits for polypropylene, observe general dust exposure limits (ACGIH TLV for nuisance dust 10 mg/m³ total dust)
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if dust is generated, maintain good workplace ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses or goggles for eye protection, gloves to prevent skin contact with hot polymer, dust mask or respirator for dusty environments
Other Protective Measures: Long-sleeved garments, safety shoes to avoid pellets entering shoes, protective apron if handling molten polymer
Good Work Practice: Regular cleaning to prevent dust accumulation
Appearance: Translucent to white pellets or granules
Odor: Odorless or mild, hydrocarbon-like
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: 130 – 170°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Density: 0.89 – 0.92 g/cm³
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in hot aromatic and chlorinated hydrocarbons
Flash Point: >320°C (estimate)
Auto-ignition Temperature: ~357°C
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient temperature
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Flammability: Will burn if exposed to source of ignition
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and use
Thermal Decomposition: Decomposes at temperatures above 300°C, producing toxic gases
Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions under recommended storage and handling
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, concentrated acids
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flames, accumulation of dust clouds
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, small quantities of aliphatic/aromatic hydrocarbons
Acute Toxicity: Not expected to cause acute health effects at room temperature
Chronic Toxicity: Long-term exposure to dust may cause respiratory irritation
Route of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, and eye contact
Symptoms: Physical irritation of eyes and respiratory tract from dust, burns from molten material
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified as skin irritant at room temperature
Serious Eye Damage: Not expected to cause eye damage, but dust can cause physical irritation
Respiratory/Skin Sensitization: Not expected to sensitize
Carcinogenicity: Polypropylene not listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: Not expected
Reproductive Toxicity: Not expected
Ecotoxicity: Not considered toxic to aquatic life in solid pellet form, persistent in environment
Persistence and Degradability: Polypropylene is not biodegradable, resists decomposition
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Negligible mobility, floats on water due to low density
Other Adverse Effects: Litter hazard, risk of physical obstruction to wildlife if pellets are not properly contained
Environmental Fate: Can fragment into microplastics, contributing to pollution
Waste Disposal Methods: Recycle wherever possible, dispose according to local regulations
Incineration: Suitable for energy recovery in approved facilities, with controls to minimize emissions
Landfill: Acceptable in compliance with local environmental regulations
Special Precautions: Do not release into natural water bodies, prevent pellet loss during handling and transport
Packaging Disposal: Clean packaging can be recycled, contaminated packaging should be treated as product waste
UN Number: Not regulated as hazardous for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous
Packing Group: Not applicable
Shipping Name: Polypropylene Resin
Labeling: No special labeling required
Environmental Hazards: Avoid pellet spillage that can enter waterways
Special Transport Precautions: Secure packaging to avoid mechanical damage and moisture exposure
China Regulations: Product listed in the China Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances, no hazardous classification
EU Regulations: Not classified as a dangerous substance under REACH, waste is considered non-hazardous
US Regulations: Not regulated as a hazardous substance or waste under OSHA, TSCA listed
RoHS/ELV: Complies with restrictions on hazardous substances, free from heavy metals and restricted additives
Other International Inventory: Included in Canada DSL/NDSL, Australia AICS, Japan ENCS, Korea ECL
Labeling Requirements: Product identification, manufacturer details, precautionary statements for dust
