Propane

General

Molecular formula

CH3CH2CH3, C3H8

Main hazard

Extremely flammable (F+)

Autoignition temperature

493 – 604 C

Explosion limits

2,37 – 9,5%

Appearance

Colourless gas

Molar mass

44,096 g/mol

Properties

Density

1,83 g/L (heavier than air)

Solubility in water

0,1 g/cm3

Melting point

-187,6 C (85,5 K)

Boiling point

-42,09 C (231,1 K)

Health

4 – Deadly

3 – Extreme danger

2 – Hazardous

1 – Slightly hazardous

0 – Normal materials

Fire

4 – Very Flammable

3 – Readily Ignitable

2 – Ignited with heat

1 – Combustible

0 – Will not burn

Reactivity

4 – May detonate

3 – Shock & heat may detonate

2 – Violent chemical change

1 – Unstable if heated

0 – Stable

Specific Hazard

OXE - Oxidizer

ACID - Acid

ALK - Alkali

COR - Corrosive

W – Use no water