ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOHEXYL ETHER | ICSC: 1571 (October 2004) |
2-(Hexyloxy)ethanol n-Hexyglycol Glycol monohexyl ether EGHE |
CAS #: 112-25-4 |
EC Number: 203-951-1 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Above 81.7°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames. Above 81.7°C use a closed system and ventilation. | Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation. Shortness of breath. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Pain. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
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. Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong oxidants. | |
PACKAGING | |
ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOHEXYL ETHER | ICSC: 1571 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Formula: C8H18O2 / C6H13OCH2CH2OH |
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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: C; R: 21/22-34; S: (1/2)-26-36/37/39-45 |
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