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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME
ETHYL GLYCOLATE
SYNONYMS
C4-H8-O3, "hydroxyacetic acid ethyl ester"
PROPER SHIPPING NAME
ESTERS, N.O.S.
PRODUCT USE
Intermediate.
SUPPLIER
Company: Du Pont (Australia) Ltd Company: DuPont
Address: Address:
49- 53 Newton Road 168 Walker Street
Wetherill Park North Sydney
NSW, 2164 NSW, 2060
AUS AUS
Telephone: +61 2 9923 6111 Telephone: 1800 252 997
Fax: +61 2 9757 5130 Telephone: +61 2 9923 6111
Emergency Tel: +61 2 9963 1301 (Transport Emerg.)
Company: DuPont Performance Coatings Emergency Tel: 1800 674 415 24hrs Med. Emerg.
Address: Fax: 02 9923 6011
15- 23 Melbourne Road
Riverstone Company: Dupont (Australia) Ltd
NSW, 2765 Address:
AUS 600 Victoria Street
Telephone: +61 2 9627 4422 Richmond
Fax: +61 2 9627 5193 VIC, 3121
AUS
Company: Johnson Matthey (Aust) Ltd.
Address: Company: Sigma Aldrich Pty Ltd
Level 2/suite 204, 40 Yeo Street Address:
Thomastown 12 Anella Avenue
VIC, 3074 Castle Hill
AUS NSW, 2154
Telephone: +61 3 9465 2111 AUS
Fax: +61 3 9466 4932 Telephone: +61 2 9841 0555
Telephone: 1800 800 097
Emergency Tel: +44 8701906777
Emergency Tel: 1800 448 456
Fax: +61 2 9841 0500
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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
HAZARD RATINGS
Flammability
Toxicity
Body Contact
Reactivity
Chronic
SCALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4
Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
DANGEROUS GOODS. NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. According to the Criteria of
NOHSC, and the ADG Code.
POISONS SCHEDULE
S6
RISK SAFETY
Flammable. Keep away from sources of ignition. No smoking.
May produce discomfort of the eyes*. Wear eye/face protection.
* (limited evidence). Use only in well ventilated areas.
Keep container in a well ventilated place.
Do not empty into drains.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse with plenty
of water and contact Doctor or Poisons
Information Centre.
This material and its container must be disposed
of as hazardous waste.
Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS RN %
ethyl glycolate 623-50-7 >98
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SWALLOWED
For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
路 If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.
路 If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if
possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.
路 Observe the patient carefully.
路 Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced awareness;
i.e. becoming unconscious
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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
路 Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as casualty can
comfortably drink.
路 Seek medical advice.
EYE
If this product comes in contact with the eyes:
路 Immediately hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running water.
路 Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and
moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
路 Continue flushing until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor,
or for at least 15 minutes.
路 Transport to hospital or doctor without delay.
路 Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled
personnel.
SKIN
If skin contact occurs:
路 Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear
路 Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
路 Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
INHALED
路 If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.
路 Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.
路 Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed, where
possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.
路 Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve
resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary.
路 Transport to hospital, or doctor.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
Treat symptomatically.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
路 Foam.
路 Dry chemical powder.
路 BCF (where regulations permit).
路 Carbon dioxide.
路 Water spray or fog - Large fires only.
FIRE FIGHTING
路 Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
路 May be violently or explosively reactive.
路 Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves for fire only.
路 Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
路 If safe, switch off electrical equipment until vapour fire hazard removed.
路 Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.
路 Avoid spraying water onto liquid pools.
路 DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.
路 Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
路 If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
路 Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
路 Liquid and vapour are flammable.
路 Moderate fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
路 Vapour may travel a considerable distance to source of ignition.
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Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
路 Heating may cause expansion or decomposition leading to violent rupture of containers.
路 On combustion, may emit toxic fumes of carbon monoxide (CO).
FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY
Avoid contamination with oxidising agents i.e. nitrates, oxidising acids, chlorine
bleaches, pool chlorine etc. as ignition may result.
HAZCHEM: 3Y
Personal Protective Equipment
Gloves, boots (chemical resistant).
Breathing apparatus.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
MINOR SPILLS
路 Remove all ignition sources.
路 Clean up all spills immediately.
路 Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.
路 Control personal contact by using protective equipment.
路 Contain and absorb small quantities with vermiculite or other absorbent material.
路 Wipe up.
路 Collect residues in a flammable waste container.
MAJOR SPILLS
路 Clear area of personnel and move upwind.
路 Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
路 May be violently or explosively reactive.
路 Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
路 Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
路 No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
路 Increase ventilation.
路 Stop leak if safe to do so.
路 Water spray or fog may be used to disperse / absorb vapour.
路 Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite.
路 Use only spark-free shovels and explosion proof equipment.
路 Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling.
路 Absorb remaining product with sand, earth or vermiculite.
路 Collect solid residues and seal in labelled drums for disposal.
路 Wash area and prevent runoff into drains.
路 If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.
PROTECTIVE ACTIONS FOR SPILL
PROTECTIVE ACTION ZONE
half
evacuation
downwind
direction
distance
down wind distance
wind isolation
distance
direction
half
evacuation downwind
INITIAL direction distance
ISOLATION
ZONE
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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
From IERG (Canada/Australia)
Isolation Distance 25 metres
Downwind Protection Distance 300 metres
IERG Number 14
FOOTNOTES
1 PROTECTIVE ACTION ZONE is defined as the area in which people are at risk of harmful exposure. This zone
assumes that random changes in wind direction confines the vapour plume to an area within 30 degrees on
either side of the predominant wind direction, resulting in a crosswind protective action distance equal
to the downwind protective action distance.
2 PROTECTIVE ACTIONS should be initiated to the extent possible, beginning with those closest to the spill
and working away from the site in the downwind direction. Within the protective action zone a level of
vapour concentration may exist resulting in nearly all unprotected persons becoming incapacitated and
unable to take protective action and/or incurring serious or irreversible health effects.
3 INITIAL ISOLATION ZONE is determined as an area, including upwind of the incident, within which a high
probability of localised wind reversal may expose nearly all persons without appropriate protection to
life-threatening concentrations of the material.
4 SMALL SPILLS involve a leaking package of 200 litres (55 US gallons) or less, such as a drum (jerrican or
box with inner containers). Larger packages leaking less than 200 litres and compressed gas leaking from
a small cylinder are also considered "small spills".
LARGE SPILLS involve many small leaking packages or a leaking package of greater than 200 litres, such as
a cargo tank, portable tank or a "one-tonne" compressed gas cylinder.
5 Guide 127 is taken from the US DOT emergency response guide book.
6 IERG information is derived from CANUTEC - Transport Canada.
SAFE STORAGE WITH OTHER CLASSIFIED CHEMICALS
___________________________________________
+ X X X X +
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+: May be stored together
O: May be stored together with specific preventions
X: Must not be stored together
Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING
路 Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.
路 Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
路 Use in a well-ventilated area.
路 Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps.
路 DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked.
路 Avoid smoking, naked lights, heat or ignition sources.
路 When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
路 Vapour may ignite on pumping or pouring due to static electricity.
路 DO NOT use plastic buckets.
路 Earth and secure metal containers when dispensing or pouring product.
路 Use spark-free tools when handling.
路 Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
路 Keep containers securely sealed.
路 Avoid physical damage to containers.
路 Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
路 Work clothes should be laundered separately.
路 Use good occupational work practice.
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Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
路 Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
路 Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards to
ensure safe working conditions.
SUITABLE CONTAINER
Packing as supplied by manufacturer. Plastic containers may only be used if approved for
flammable liquid. Check that containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.
STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY
Avoid strong bases.
Avoid reaction with oxidising agents.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
路 Store in original containers in approved flame-proof area.
路 No smoking, naked lights, heat or ignition sources.
路 DO NOT store in pits, depressions, basements or areas where vapours may be trapped.
路 Keep containers securely sealed.
路 Store away from incompatible materials in a cool, dry well ventilated area.
路 Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.
路 Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
The following materials had no OELs on our records
鈥? ethyl glycolate: CAS:623-50-7
MATERIAL DATA
No exposure limits set by NOHSC or ACGIH.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE
路 Safety glasses.
路 Safety glasses with side shields.
路 Chemical goggles.
路 Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and
concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens or
restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This should include a
review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of chemicals in use and an account
of injury experience. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removal
and suitable equipment should be readily available. In the event of chemical exposure,
begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens
should be removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be
removed in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC
NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].
HANDS/FEET
Wear chemical protective gloves, eg. PVC.
Wear safety footwear.
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
OTHER
路 Overalls.
路 PVC Apron.
路 PVC protective suit may be required if exposure severe.
路 Eyewash unit.
路 Ensure there is ready access to a safety shower.
RESPIRATOR
Selection of the Class and Type of respirator will depend upon the level of breathing
zone contaminant and the chemical nature of the contaminant. Protection Factors (defined
as the ratio of contaminant outside and inside the mask) may also be important.
Breathing Zone Level Maximum Protection Half- face Respirator Full- Face Respirator
ppm (volume) Factor
1000 10 A- AUS -
1000 50 - A- AUS
5000 50 Airline * -
5000 100 - A- 2
10000 100 - A- 3
100+ Airline**
* - Continuous Flow ** - Continuous-flow or positive pressure demand.
The local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of use determine the type of
personal protective equipment required.
For further information consult site specific
CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your
Occupational Health and Safety Advisor.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
General exhaust is adequate under normal operating conditions. Local exhaust ventilation
may be required in specific circumstances. If risk of overexposure exists, wear approved
respirator. Correct fit is essential to obtain adequate protection. Provide adequate
ventilation in warehouse or closed storage areas. Air contaminants generated in the
workplace possess varying "escape" velocities which, in turn, determine the "capture
velocities" of fresh circulating air required to effectively remove the contaminant.
Type of Contaminant: Air Speed:
solvent, vapours, degreasing etc., evaporating 0.25- 0.5 m/s (50- 100 f/min)
from tank (in still air).
aerosols, fumes from pouring operations, 0.5- 1 m/s (100- 200 f/min.)
intermittent container filling, low speed
conveyer transfers, welding, spray drift,
plating acid fumes, pickling (released at low
velocity into zone of active generation)
direct spray, spray painting in shallow 1- 2.5 m/s (200- 500 f/min.)
booths, drum filling, conveyer loading,
crusher dusts, gas discharge (active
generation into zone of rapid air motion)
grinding, abrasive blasting, tumbling, high 2.5- 10 m/s (500- 2000 f/min.)
speed wheel generated dusts (released at high
initial velocity into zone of very high rapid
air motion).
Within each range the appropriate value depends on:
Lower end of the range Upper end of the range
1: Room air currents minimal or favourable to 1: Disturbing room air currents
capture
2: Contaminants of low toxicity or of nuisance 2: Contaminants of high toxicity
value only.
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
3: Intermittent, low production. 3: High production, heavy use
4: Large hood or large air mass in motion 4: Small hood- local control only
Simple theory shows that air velocity falls rapidly with distance away from the opening
of a simple extraction pipe. Velocity generally decreases with the square of distance
from the extraction point (in simple cases). Therefore the air speed at the extraction
point should be adjusted, accordingly, after reference to distance from the contaminating
source. The air velocity at the extraction fan, for example, should be a minimum of 1-2
m/s (200-400 f/min) for extraction of solvents generated in a tank 2 meters distant from
the extraction point. Other mechanical considerations, producing performance deficits
within the extraction apparatus, make it essential that theoretical air velocities are
multiplied by factors of 10 or more when extraction systems are installed or used.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE
Colourless liquid; does not mix well with water.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Liquid.
Does not mix with water.
Sinks in water.
Molecular Weight: 104.11 Boiling Range (掳C): 158- 159
Melting Range (掳C): Not available Specific Gravity (water=1): 1.10
Solubility in water (g/L): Partly miscible pH (as supplied): Not applicable
pH (1% solution): Not applicable Vapour Pressure (kPa): Not available
Volatile Component (%vol): Not available Evaporation Rate: Not available
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): >1 Flash Point (掳C): 61
Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not available Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not available
Autoignition Temp (掳C): Not available Decomposition Temp (掳C): Not available
State: Liquid
Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY
路 Presence of incompatible materials.
路 Product is considered stable.
路 Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
SWALLOWED
The liquid is highly discomforting to the gastro-intestinal tract and may be harmful if
swallowed in large quantity.
Ingestion may result in nausea, pain, vomiting. Vomit entering the lungs by aspiration
may cause potentially lethal chemical pneumonitis.
EYE
The liquid is discomforting to the eyes and is capable of causing a mild, temporary
redness of the conjunctiva (similar to wind-burn), temporary impairment of vision and/ or
other transient eye damage/ ulceration.
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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The material may be irritating to the eye, with prolonged contact causing inflammation.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to irritants may produce conjunctivitis.
SKIN
The liquid may produce skin discomfort following prolonged contact. Defatting and/or
drying of the skin may lead to dermatitis.
The material may accentuate any pre-existing skin condition.
INHALED
The vapour is discomforting to the upper respiratory tract.
Inhalation of vapour may aggravate a pre-existing respiratory condition.
Inhalation hazard is increased at higher temperatures.
Inhalation of vapour may result in nausea, headache.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Principal routes of exposure are by accidental skin and eye contact and by inhalation of
vapours especially at higher temperatures.
No human exposure data available. For this reason health effects described are based on
experience with chemically related materials.
As with any chemical product, contact with unprotected bare skin; inhalation of vapour,
mist or dust in work place atmosphere; or ingestion in any form, should be avoided by
observing good occupational work practice.
TOXICITY AND IRRITATION
TOXICITY IRRITATION
Nil Reported Eye (g.pig): 0.01 mg - Mild
General anaesthesia, muscle weakness, cyanosis recorded.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Marine Pollutant:Not Determined
No data for ethyl glycolate.
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
路 Consult manufacturer for recycling options and recycle where possible .
路 Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
路 Incinerate residue at an approved site.
路 Recycle containers if possible, or dispose of in an authorised landfill.
Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Labels Required: FLAMMABLE LIQUID
HAZCHEM: 3Y
UNDG:
Dangerous Goods 3 Subrisk: None
Class:
UN Number: 3272 Packing Group: III
Shipping Name:ESTERS, N.O.S.
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Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Air Transport IATA:
ICAO/IATA Class: 3 ICAO/IATA Subrisk: None
UN/ID Number: 3272 Packing Group: III
ERG Code: 3L
Shipping Name: Esters, n.o.s. *
Maritime Transport IMDG:
IMDG Class: 3 IMDG Subrisk: None
UN Number: 3272 Packing Group: III
EMS Number: F- E, S- D Marine Pollutant: Not Determined
Shipping Name: ESTERS, N.O.S.
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
POISONS SCHEDULE: S6
REGULATIONS
ethyl glycolate (CAS: 623-50-7) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia Poisons Schedule
Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH GUIDELINES
These exposure guidelines have been derived from a screening level of risk assessment and
should not be construed as unequivocally safe limits. ORGS represent an 8-hour time
-weighted average unless specified otherwise.
CR = Cancer Risk/10000; UF = Uncertainty factor:
TLV believed to be adequate to protect reproductive health:
LOD: Limit of detection
Toxic endpoints have also been identified as:
D = Developmental; R = Reproductive; TC = Transplacental carcinogen
Jankovic J., Drake F.: A Screening Method for Occupational Reproductive
American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal 57: 641-649 (1996).
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