TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL | ICSC: 1160 (March 1996) |
2,2'-(1,2-Ethanediyl bis (oxy))-bisethanol 2,2'-Ethylenedioxybis(ethanol) Triglycol |
CAS #: 112-27-6 |
EC Number: 203-953-2 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. | NO open flames. | Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Use ventilation. | ||
Skin | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. | |
Eyes | 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 and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
PACKAGING | |
TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL | ICSC: 1160 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C6H14O4 / HOCH2(CH2CH2O)2CH2OH |
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: (inhalable fraction): 1000 mg/m3; peak limitation category: II(2); pregnancy risk group: B |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Health effects of exposure to the substance have been investigated but no serious effects have been found so far. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations