2-(2-ETHOXYETHOXY)ETHANOL
MSDS Number: E2625 --- Effective Date: 12/09/96
1. Product Identification
Synonyms: Carbitol(tm); Diethylene Glycol Ethyl Ether
CAS No.: 111-90-0
Molecular Weight: 134.18
Chemical Formula: C2H5OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH
Product Codes: L216
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Diethylene Glycol Monoethylether 111-90-0 90 - 100% Yes
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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WARNING! COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. CAUSES IRRITATION TO EYES AND
SKIN. MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. AFFECTS KIDNEYS.
J.T. Baker SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience)
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Health Rating: 2 - Moderate
Flammability Rating: 2 - Moderate
Reactivity Rating: 0 - None
Contact Rating: 2 - Moderate
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES & SHIELD; LAB COAT & APRON; VENT HOOD; PROPER
GLOVES
Storage Color Code: Red (Flammable)
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Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:
Low vapor pressure indicates a low inhalation hazard unless this material
is heated or misted. Inhalation of high concentrations of vapor or mist
may cause kidney damage.
Ingestion:
Ingestion may cause kidney damage, nervous system and respiratory
depression.
Skin Contact:
May cause mild irritation.
Eye Contact:
Mild irritant. May cause reddening and slight pain.
Chronic Exposure:
No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
No information found.
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Ingestion:
Induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing
before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention
immediately.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire:
Flash point: 83C (181F) CC
Autoignition temperature: 204C (399F)
Flammable limits in air % by volume:
lel: 1.2; uel: 23.5
Combustible Liquid and Vapor! Contact with strong oxidizers may cause fire.
Explosion:
Sealed containers may rupture when heated. Above the flash point, explosive
vapor-air mixtures may be formed.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide. Water may be ineffective.
Special Information:
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved
self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the
pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Remove all sources of ignition. Wear
appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8.
Isolate hazard area. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from
entering. Contain and recover liquid when possible. Use non-sparking tools
and equipment. Collect liquid in an appropriate container or absorb with an
inert material (e. g., vermiculite, dry sand, earth), and place in a
chemical waste container. Do not use combustible materials, such as saw
dust. Do not flush to sewer!
7. Handling and Storage
Keep in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area
away from sources of heat or ignition. Protect against physical damage.
Store separately from reactive or combustible materials, and out of direct
sunlight. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since
they retain product residues (vapors, liquid); observe all warnings and
precautions listed for the product.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
Diethylene glycol monoethylether:
AIHA Workplace Environmental Exposure Level (WEEL): TWA: 25ppm.
Ventilation System:
A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee
exposures below the Airborne
Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because
it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing
dispersion of it into the general work area. Please refer to the ACGIH
document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practices,
most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):
If the exposure limit is exceeded, a half-face organic vapor respirator may
be worn for up to ten times the exposure limit or the maximum use
concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency or respirator
supplier, whichever is lowest. A full-face piece organic vapor respirator
may be worn up to 50 times the exposure limit or the maximum use
concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency or respirator
supplier, whichever is lowest. For emergencies or instances where the
exposure levels are not known, use a full-face piece positive-pressure,
air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect
workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection:
Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing.
Eye Protection:
Use chemical safety goggles and/or a full face shield where splashing is
possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work
area.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance:
Clear, colorless liquid.
Odor:
Faint pleasant odor.
Solubility:
Soluble in water.
Specific Gravity:
0.9855 @ 25C/4C
pH:
No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):
100
Boiling Point:
196C (385F)
Melting Point:
-76C (-105F)
Vapor Density (Air=1):
4.62
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
0.14
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1):
< 0.01
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide may form when heated to decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization:
This substance does not polymerize.
Incompatibilities:
Strong oxidizers, caustics.
Conditions to Avoid:
Heat, flames, ignition sources and incompatibles.
11. Toxicological Information
Diethylene glycol monoethylether:
LD50 Oral Rat: 5500 mg/kg Investigated as a mutagen, reproductive
effector.
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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Diethylene Glycol Monoethylether No No None
(111-90-0)
12. Ecological Information
Environmental Fate:
When released into the soil, this material may biodegrade to a moderate
extent. When released into the soil, this material is not expected to
evaporate significantly. When released into water, this material may
biodegrade to a moderate extent. When released into water, this material is
not expected to evaporate significantly. This material is not expected to
significantly bioaccumulate. When released into the air, this material is
expected to be readily degraded by reaction with photochemically produced
hydroxyl radicals.
Environmental Toxicity:
The LC50/96-hour values for fish are over 100 mg/l.
13. Disposal Considerations
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an
appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or
contamination of this product may change the waste management options.
State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal
regulations.
Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state
and local requirements.
14. Transport Information
Not regulated.
15. Regulatory Information
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Diethylene Glycol Monoethylether (111-90-0) Yes Yes Yes Yes
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Diethylene Glycol Monoethylether (111-90-0) Yes Yes No Yes
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Diethylene Glycol Monoethylether (111-90-0)No No No Glycol ether
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Diethylene Glycol Monoethylether No No No
(111-90-0)
Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No
SARA 311/312: Acute: Yes Chronic: No Fire: Yes Pressure: No
Reactivity: No (Pure / Liquid)
Australian Hazchem Code: No information found.
Poison Schedule: No information found.
WHMIS:
This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of
the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains
all of the information required by the CPR.
16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings:
Health: 1 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
WARNING! COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. CAUSES IRRITATION TO EYES AND SKIN.
MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. AFFECTS KIDNEYS.
Label Precautions:
Keep away from heat and flame.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Avoid breathing vapor.
Keep container closed.
Use only with adequate ventilation.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Label First Aid:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If swallowed, induce
vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or
skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated
clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. In all cases, get medical
attention.
Product Use:
Laboratory Reagent.
Revision Information:
Pure. New 16 section MSDS format, all sections have been revised.
Disclaimer:
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