Propanol (1-Propanol): Environmental Health Criteria Series No 102

Evaluates the risks to human health and the environment posed by the production, use and waste disposal of 1-propanol, a colourless, highly flammable liquid used primarily as a multi-purpose solvent in industry and in the home. The compound, which has antiseptic as well as solvent properties, is also used in drugs and cosmetics. The evaluation concludes that, under normal conditions of use, 1-propanol is unlikely to pose a serious threat to either the general population or the environment.World Health Organisation Staff is the author of 'Propanol (1-Propanol): Environmental Health Criteria Series No 102', published 2008 under ISBN 9789241571029 and ISBN 9241571020.