DIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOETHYL ETHER | ICSC: 0039 (April 2004) |
2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy) ethanol 3, 6-Dioxa-1-octanol DEGEE |
CAS #: 111-90-0 |
EC Number: 203-919-7 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Above 96°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames. Above 96°C use a closed system and ventilation. | Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Use ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. | |
Skin | Dry skin. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. | Wear safety spectacles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong oxidants. Ventilation along the floor. | |
PACKAGING | |
DIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOETHYL ETHER | ICSC: 0039 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Formula: C6H14O3 / CH3CH2OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Inhalation risk
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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MAK: (inhalable fraction): 50 mg/m3; peak limitation category: I(2); pregnancy risk group: C |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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See ICSC 0040. Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether (WHO Food Additives Series 10) Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether (WHO Food Additives Series 30) DIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOETHYL ETHER (JECFA Evaluation)