GENERAL CHEMICAL CORPORATION
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PGMEA-II
MSDS No. 1006PMAC Date prepared: 08-15-00
Date revised: 07-03-01
Version No.: 002
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I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION___________________________________________________
PRODUCT NAME: PGMEA-II CAS No.: 108-65-6
COMMON NAMES/SYNONYMS: PGMEA, PMA, Glycol ether PM Acetate
FORMULA: C6-H12-O3 MOL WT.: 132.2
II HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS___________________________________________________
Ingredient Name CAS No Content OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Hazard
1-methoxy-2- 108-65-6 >98 NE NE Health/Fire
acetoxypropane
2-methoxy-1- 70657-70-4 <2 NE NE Health/Fire
acetoxypropane
III_ HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION______________________________________________
PRIMARY ROUTE OF ENTRY: Inhalation, skin and eye contact.
ACUTE EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE:
EYE CONTACT: May cause slight eye irritation. May cause slight corneal injury.
SKIN CONTACT: Essentially non-irritating. Skin absorption by prolonged skin contact
with a very large amount may cause drowsiness.
INGESTION: Single dose oral toxicity is extremely low.
INHALATION: Single exposure to vapors is not likely to be hazardous.
CHRONIC EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE: No chronic effect noted, but this chemical may still have
adverse effects on human health, either in general or on certain individuals with pre-
existing or latent health problems.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: No specific conditions noted but
exposure may aggravate any that exist.
PGMEA 2/4
IV FIRST AID MEASURES:________________________________________________________
EYE CONTACT: Promptly wash eyes with lots of water while lifting eyelids. Continue to rinse
for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention if irritation persists.
SKIN CONTACT: Promptly wash contaminated skin with soap or mild detergent and water.
INGESTION: If conscious, immediately induce vomiting by giving 2 glasses of water and sticking
a finger down the throat. Get immediate medical attention. Do not give anything by
mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person.
INHALATION: Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Perform artificial respiration if
breathing has stopped. When breathing is difficult, properly trained personnel may assist
affected person by administering oxygen.
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V TOXICOLOGICAL AND ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION__________________________
ORAL: RAT LD50 = 8532 mg/kg
INHALATION: RAT LC50 = 4345 ppm
CARCINOGENICITY: None known by NTP, IARC and OSHA listing
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VI FIRE AND EXPLOSION INFORMATION
Flash point: deg. F: 114 Flammable Limits in Air, %
Method used: CC Lower: 1.5 Upper: 7.0
Auto-ignition temp: 632 F
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water fog, foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemicals.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Firefighter should wear positive-pressure, self-
contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Vapor may travel considerable distance to
source of ignition and flash back. Vapor can form flammable mixtures if slightly heated.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: May liberate carbon monoxide and carbon
dioxide.
VII SPILL AND PRECAUTION FOR HANDLING AND USE_____________________________
SPILL CLEANUP METHODS: Extinguish all ignition sources and ensure that all handling
equipment is electrically grounded. For small spill or drips, mop or wipe up and dispose
of in DOT- approved waste container. For large spill, contain by diking with soil or other
non-combustible absorbent materials and then pump into DOT-approved waste
containers; or absorb with non-combustible sorbent materials, place residue in DOT-
approved waste containers. Keep out of sewers, storm drains, surface water and soil.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: Keep away from heat, sparks and flames. Store in a cool, dry, well-
ventilated place away from incompatible materials. Electrically ground all equipment
when handling this product and use only non-sparking tools. Keep container tightly
closed when not in use. Do not use pressure to empty container. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing.
PGMEA 3/4
VIII EXPOSURE CONTROL AND PERSONAL PROTECTION___________________________
VENTILATION: Local mechanical exhaust ventilation may be necessary for some operations.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: If respiratory irritation is experienced, use an approved air-
purifying respirator.
EYE PROTECTION: Use chemical goggles.
OTHER PROTECTION: When prolonged or frequently repeated contact could occur use
protective clothing and gloves impervious to the chemical.
IX PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES_______________________________________
APPEARANCE: Liquid
COLOR: Colorless
ODOR: Sweet ether-like
SOLUBILITY DESCRIPTION: Slightly soluble in water
SPECIFIC GRAVITY @ 68F: 0.966
BOILING POINT : 295F
EVAPORATION RATE (BuAc = 1): 0.39
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg) @ 68F: 3.7
VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1): 4.6
VOLATILITY BY VOLUME (%): 100
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X STABILITY AND REACTIVITY__________________________________________________
STABILITY: Normally stable.
POLYMERIZATION: Will not polymerize
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Heat, sparks, welding arc and open flame.
MATERIAL TO AVOID: Oxidizing materials.
XI TRANSPORT INFORMATION___________________________________________________
DOT Name: Flammable liquids, n.o.s. (1-methoxy-2-acetoxypropane)
Hazard Class: 3
UN No.: UN1993
Packing Group: PG III
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XII REGULATORY INFORMATION_________________________________________________
SARA TITLE III: Not listed
PROP 65: Not listed
TSCA INVENTORY STATUS: Listed
PGME 4/4
XIII OTHER INFORMATION________________________________________________________
All information appearing herein is based on data obtained from the manufacturer and/or
recognized technical sources. While the information is believed to be accurate, General Chemical Corp.
makes no representations as to its accuracy or sufficiency. Conditions of use are beyond General Chemical
Corp. control and therefore users are responsible to verify this data under their own operating conditions to
determine whether the product is suitable for their particular purposes and they assume all risks of their
use, handling and disposal of the product.
The information contained herein should not be used for specification purposes. General Chemical
Corp, expressly disclaims all express or implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose with respect to the product or information provided therein.
07-03-01: Corrected DOT description.
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