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HEXYLENE GLYCOLICSC: 0660 (August 2003)
2-Methyl-2,4-pentanediol
2,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylpentane
CAS #: 107-41-5
EC Number: 203-489-0

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Combustible.  Above 96°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.  NO open flames.  Above 96°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.  Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Sore throat. Cough.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin Dry skin. Redness.  Protective gloves.  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   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
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Collect leaking liquid in covered containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants and strong acids. 
PACKAGING
 
HEXYLENE GLYCOL ICSC: 0660
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Reacts with strong oxidants and strong acids. 

Formula: C6H14O2 / (CH3)2COHCH2CHOHCH3
Molecular mass: 118.2
Boiling point: 198°C
Melting point: -50°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.92
Solubility in water: miscible
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 6.7
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.1
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1
Flash point: 96°C o.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 306°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.2-8.1
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.58  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: (vapour and aerosol): 25 ppm as TWA.
TLV: (vapour): 50 ppm as STEL.
TLV: (inhalable aerosol): 10 mg/m3 as STEL.
MAK: 49 mg/m3; 10 ppm; peak limitation category: I(2); pregnancy risk group: D 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
The occupational exposure limit value should not be exceeded during any part of the working exposure. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: Xi; R: 36/38; S: (2) 

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