**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 109-86-4 |Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether | >98 | 203-713-7 |
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Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases: 10 20/21/22 60 61
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed. May impair fertility. May cause harm to the unborn child.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause transient corneal injury. Causes redness and pain.
Skin:
May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed. May cause effects similar to
those of acute inhalation. Ingestion of large amounts may cause CNS
depression.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause liver and kidney
damage. May cause anemia. May cause drowsiness, unconsciousness, and
central nervous system depression. Central nervous system effects may
include confusion, ataxia (failure of muscular coordination),
vertigo, tinnitus, weakness, disorientation, lethargy, drowsiness,
and finally coma. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause adverse reproductive
effects. Chronic exposure may cause effects similar to those of
acute exposure.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Get medical aid immediately. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by
medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
Containers can build up pressure if exposed to heat and/or fire. As
in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.
During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by
thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water spray to keep
fire-exposed containers cool. Flammable liquid and vapor. May form
explosive peroxides. Vapors are heavier than air and may travel to a
source of ignition and flash back. Vapors can spread along the ground
and collect in low or confined areas.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Remove all sources of ignition.
Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing
foam may be used to reduce vapors.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Ground and bond containers when transferring
material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid
contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain
product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep
container tightly closed. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze,
solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or
open flames. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat,
sparks and flame. Avoid breathing vapor.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed
container. Keep under a nitrogen blanket. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Flammables-area. Containers should be dated when opened and tested
periodically for the presence of peroxides. Should crystals form in a
peroxidizable liquid, peroxidation may have occurred and the product
should be considered extremely dangerous. In this instance, the
container should only be opened remotely by professionals. All
peroxidizable substances should be stored away from heat and light
and be protected from ignition sources.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should
be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use only
under a chemical fume hood.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 109-86-4:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 5 ppm TWA; 16 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 15 ppm STEL; 48 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 25 ppm TWA; 80 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 5 ppm VLE; 16 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 5 ppm VME; 16 mg/m3 VME
Germany: 5 ppm TWA; 16 mg/m3 TWA
Germany: Skin absorber
Japan: 5 ppm OEL; 16 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 5 ppm TWA; 16 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 0.3 ppm MAC; 1 mg/m3 MAC
Spain: 5 ppm VLA-ED; 16 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Color: clear, colorless
Odor: mild odor - ethereal odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 9.5 mm Hg @ 25 deg C
Viscosity: 1.98 cps @ 20 deg C
Boiling Point: 124 deg C @ 760 mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: -85 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 285 deg C ( 545.00 deg F)
Flash Point: 38 deg C ( 100.40 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 1.8 vol %
Explosion Limits, upper: 19.8 vol %
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: .9600 g/ml
Molecular Formula: C3H8O2
Molecular Weight: 76.09
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Under normal storage conditions, peroxidizable compounds can form
and accumulate peroxides which may explode when subjected to heat or
shock. This material is most hazardous when peroxide levels are
concentrated by distillation or evaporation.
Conditions to Avoid:
Light, ignition sources, exposure to air, heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, alkalies.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 109-86-4: KL5775000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 109-86-4: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 97 mg; Draize test, rabbit,
eye: 500 mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 483 mg/24H Mild;
Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 1480 ppm/7H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 1500
ppm/7H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 2560 mg/kg; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 2800
mg/kg; Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 890 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 2370 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 2460 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 1280 mg/kg; Skin,
rabbit: LD50 = 2000 mg/kg.
Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 1500 ppm/7H = 1984 ppm/4H
(calculated).
LDLo: 3380 mg/kg (RTECS).
Carcinogenicity:
Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Rainbow trout: LC50 = 15,520 mg/L; 96 Hr.; 12 degrees CFish:
Bluegill/Sunfish: LC50 = 10,000 mg/L; 96 Hr.; Static Condition, 23
degrees C
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1188
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER
Hazard Class: 3.3
UN Number: 1188
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1188
Packing group: III
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases:
R 61 May cause harm to the unborn child.
R 10 Flammable.
R 20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with
skin and if swallowed.
R 60 May impair fertility.
Safety Phrases:
S 53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions
before use.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 109-86-4: 1
Canada
CAS# 109-86-4 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 109-86-4 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 109-86-4 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 6/01/1999 Revision #7 Date: 10/28/2004
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