DIETHYLENE GLYCOL | ICSC: 0619 (November 2007) |
2,2'-Oxydiethanol 2,2'-Oxybisethanol Ethylene diglycol 2,2'-Dihydroxyethyl ether 3-Oxypentane-1,5-diol |
CAS #: 111-46-6 |
EC Number: 203-872-2 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. | NO open flames. | Use powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide. |
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Use ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. | |
Skin | Protective gloves. | Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. | |
Eyes | Wear safety spectacles. | Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). | |
Ingestion | Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Confusion. Unconsciousness. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Rinse mouth. Refer immediately for medical attention. See Notes. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Harmful if swallowedCauses damage to kidneys if swallowed May cause drowsiness and dizziness Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Dry. Well closed. Separated from strong oxidants. | |
PACKAGING | |
DIETHYLENE GLYCOL | ICSC: 0619 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C4H10O3 / (CH2CH2OH)2O |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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MAK: 44 mg/m3, 10 ppm; peak limitation category: II(2); pregnancy risk group: C |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xn; R: 22; S: (2)-46 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations DIETHYLENE GLYCOL (JECFA Evaluation)