DIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER | ICSC: 0788 (April 2004) |
2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol Diglycol monobutyl ether Butoxydiglycol DEGBE |
CAS #: 112-34-5 |
EC Number: 203-961-6 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Above 78°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames. Above 78°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. Use local exhaust. | Fresh air, rest. | |
Skin | Dry skin. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | 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 MONOBUTYL ETHER | ICSC: 0788 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C8H18O3 / CH3(CH2)3OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of 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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TLV: 10 ppm as TWA. MAK: 67 mg/m3, 10 ppm; peak limitation category: I(1); pregnancy risk group: C. EU-OEL: 67.5 mg/m3, 10 ppm as TWA; 101.2 mg/m3, 15 ppm as STEL |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xi; R: 36; S: (2)-24-26 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations