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(±)-2-hydroxypropiononitrile

Danger
EC Number
255-852-8
CAS Number
42492-95-5
Formula
C3H5NO

Hazard Classification

Harmonised EU classification under CLP Regulation.

H300: Fatal if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]; H301: Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]; H310: Fatal in contact with skin [Danger Acute toxicity, dermal]; H330: Fatal if inhaled [Danger Acute toxicity, inhalation]; H332: Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard]; H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]; H331: Toxic if inhaled [Danger Acute toxicity, inhalation]; H227: Combustible liquid [Warning Flammable liquids]; H370: Causes damage to organs [Danger Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure]; H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure]

Regulatory Status

SVHC (Candidate List)
No
Authorisation Required
No
Restricted
No
Is (±)-2-hydroxypropiononitrile banned in the EU?
No specific ban or restriction. Check current ECHA records for the latest status.

External Resources

Data sourced from the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). Information is provided for reference only. Always consult official ECHA records and relevant Safety Data Sheets for regulatory compliance.