Pentaerythritol

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Pentaerythritol is a white, crystalline powder and is being produced from Formaldehyde with Acetaldehyde. It is a organic compound. Derivatives of pentaerythritol are components of varnishes, olefin antioxidants, PVC stabilizers, alkyd resins and tall oil esters.
Synonym: 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)1,3-propanediol
CAS-No.115-77-5
EINECS-No. 204-104-9
Uses/applications:
Alkyd resins, Rosin and Tall Oil esters, Synthetic lubricants, Explosives, Paint, Lacquer, etc.

Specifications

MSDS according 91/155 EEC (2001/58 EC)

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possible hazards

Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:
No hazards to be particularly mentioned. Please note the information of this Material Safety Data Sheet.

Hazard description: not applicable

Classification system for Pentaerythritol::
The classification was made according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and expanded using company data and specialized literature.

Composition / information on ingredients

Chemical characterization	for Pentaerythritol 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)1,3-propanediol:
CAS No. Description:	115-77-5 Pentaerythritol
Identification number(s):
EINECS Number:	204-104-9

Physical and Chemical Properties

General Information for Pentaerythritol, 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)1,3-propanediol:
Form:	Powder
Colour:	White
Odour:	Odourless
Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range:	254 - 262°C
Boiling point/Boiling range:	276/40 mbar°C
Flash point:	240°C
Flammability (solid, gaseous)	Product is not flammable.
Ignition temperature:	390°C
Danger of explosion:	Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/dust mixtures is possible.
Density at 20°C:	1.396 g/cm3
Solubility in / Miscibility with Water:	50 g/l

Transport information

Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border) for Pentaerythritol:
No hazardous good according to the regulation.

Maritime transport IMDG:
IMDG Class: No hazardous good according to the regulation.

Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class: No hazardous good according to the regulation.

Regulatory information

Markings according to EC guidelines for Pentaerythritol:
The substance(product)is not subject to classification according to
EC-directives and other sources of literature known to us.
Observe the general safety regulations when handling chemicals

National regulations

Technical guidance (air):
Class Share in %
III 100.0

Water hazard class: Water hazard class 1 (Assessment by list): slightly hazardous for water.

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