Trimethylolpropane

Independent reference data for Trimethylolpropane (CAS 77-99-6), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used to make varnishes, alkyd resins, polyesters, UV cross linking agents, and esters; Also used in synthetic drying oils, urethane foams and coatings, silicone lube oils, lactone plasticizers, textile finishes, surfactants, epoxidation products, and as a cross-linking agent for spandex fibers; [HSDB] Used to make resins in closed systems; [OECD SIDS: Trimethylolpropane]Textiles (Fiber & Fabric Manufacturing) [Category: Industry]

Synonyms and trade names

Trimethylolpropane; 77-99-6; 2-Ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol; 1,1,1-TRIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)PROPANE; Ethriol; Hexaglycerine; Etriol; Ettriol; TMP (alcohol); Propylidynetrimethanol; 1,1,1-Trimethylolpropane; Ethyltrimethylolmethane; 1,3-Propanediol, 2-ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-; Tri(hydroxymethyl)propane; Tris(hydroxymethyl)propane; 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-1-butanol

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS FDA Inventory of Effective Food Contact Substance (FCS) Noti: FCS Trimethylolpropane (CAS Reg. No. 77-99-6) For use at levels not to exceed 0.45 percent by weight of pigment. The pigmented articles may contact all food 1,3-Propanediol, 2-ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl) (CAS Reg. No. 77-99-6)
GHS notification summary	94% (4784 / 5087)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	94% (4784 / 5087)
Reported hazard statements	H360

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 94% (4784 of 5087) of all reports.

Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 4784 of 5087 companies (only 6% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

What the public record says

Trimethylolpropane · CAS 77-99-6 · C6H14O3. UNII 090GDF4HBD. Boiling Point: 160 °C @ 5 MM HG; Boiling Point: 292-297 °C; Melting Point: 58 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.