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Material Safety Data Sheet Variant: U.S.A.-EN
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Validation Date: 05/16/2002
ARCOSOLV庐 PM ACETATE
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: ARCOSOLV庐 PM ACETATE
Product Number: 000000000000499209
Chemical Name: 1-Methoxy-2-Propanol Acetate
CAS Number: 108-65-6 Mixture
Chemical Family: Propylene Glycol Ether Esters
Synonyms: 1-Methoxy-2-Propanol Acetate, PM Acetate
Lyondell Chemical Company
Manufacturer: Telephone Numbers:
One Houston Center, Suite 1600 Emergency: CHEMTREC 800 424-9300
1221 McKinney St. LYONDELL 800-245-4532
P.O. Box 2583
Houston Texas 77252-2583
Non-Emergency: CUSTOMER SERVICE
888 777-0232
PRODUCT SAFETY
800 700-0946
SECTION 2 : Composition/Information on Ingredients
Concentration by Wt./Mol%
Avg. Min. Max.
Component Name: CAS #. EU Inventory Number:
1-Methoxy-2-propanol acetate 108-65-6 EINECS 203-603-9 98.0 100.0
2-Methoxy-1-propanol acetate 70657-70-4 EINECS 274-724-2 2.0
SECTION 3: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview This material is HAZARDOUS by OSHA Hazard Communication definition.
Signal Word: WARNING.
Hazards: Moderately combustible liquid. May form reactive peroxides.
HMIS庐
NFPA 2
1 0 Health 2
Flammability 2
Reactivity 0
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Physical State: Liquid.
Color: Colorless.
Odor: Aromatic, fruity odor.
Odor Threshold: No Data Available.
Potential Health Effects
Routes of Exposure: Eye Inhalation Skin
Signs and Symptoms
of Acute Exposure: Moderate health hazard. Moderate eye irritant. Mucous membrane irritant. Slight
inhalation hazard. Slight ingestion hazard. Slight skin absorption hazard.
? Moderate eye irritant. Mucous membrane irritant.
1-Methoxy-2-
propanol acetate
? 2-Methoxy-1- Moderate eye irritant. Mucous membrane irritant.
propanol acetate
Skin: No significant signs or symptoms indicative of any health hazard are expected to occur as
a result of skin contact. Possible systemic toxicity by skin absorption.
Inhalation: Prolonged overexposure to either vapor or mist may cause coughing, shortness of breath,
dizziness and drunkenness.
Eye: May cause moderate irritation, including burning sensation, tearing, redness or swelling.
Ingestion: Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal discomfort with any or all of the following symptoms:
nausea, vomiting, lethargy, or diarrhea.
Chronic Health Repeated or prolonged exposure may irritate the mucous membranes.
Effects:
? 1-Methoxy-2- Repeated or prolonged exposure may irritate the mucous membranes.
propanol acetate
? 2-Methoxy-1- Damages developing fetus. See section 11.
propanol acetate
Conditions
Aggravated by Any pre-existing disorders or diseases of the eye. This material may affect mucous tissue
Exposure: and/or aggravate mucous membrane dysfunction.
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
General: After adequate first aid, no further treatment is required unless symptoms reappear.
Inhalation: If overcome by exposure, remove victim to fresh air immediately. Give oxygen or artificial
respiration as needed. Obtain emergency medical attention. Prompt action is essential.
Eye: Immediately flush the eyes with large amounts of clean low-pressure water for at least 15
minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. If pain or irritation persists, promptly
obtain medical attention.
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Skin: Remove contaminated clothing as needed. Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Flush
with lukewarm water for 15 minutes. If sticky, use waterless cleaner first. Seek medical
attention if discomfort persists.
Ingestion: If large quantity swallowed, give lukewarm water (pint/ 1/2 litre) if victim completely
conscious/alert. Do not induce vomiting. Risk of damage to lungs exceeds poisoning risk.
Obtain emergency medical attention.
Physician's
Detoxification Treat symptomatically. Treatment of overexposure should be directed at the control of
Procedures: symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient. If pain, blinking, tears, or redness
continue, patient should contact ophthalmologist.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability OSHA/NFPA Class II combustible liquid.
Classification:
Flash Point / Method: ~ 47 掳C(116 掳F)(TCC)
Auto-Ignition
Temperature: 272 掳C (522 掳F)
Flammable Limits: LOWER: 1.5 vol%
UPPER: 10 vol%
Hazardous
Combustion Carbon Monoxide and other toxic vapors.
Products:
Special Conditions to When heated above the flash point, releases flammable vapors. When mixed with air and
Avoid: exposed to ignition source, vapors can burn in open or explode if confined. Vapors may be
heavier than air. May travel long distances along the ground before igniting and flashing
back to vapor source. Fine sprays/mists may be combustible at temperatures below
normal flash point.
Extinguishing Media: Suitable: SMALL FIRE: Use dry chemicals, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, water fog or alcohol-resistant foam.
Unsuitable: Do not use solid water stream.
Fire Fighting Protective Equipment/Clothing: Do not enter fire area without proper protection. Wear
Instructions: positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Structural firefighters
protective clothing will only provide limited protection.
INSTRUCTIONS: Fight fire from a safe distance/protected location. Heat may build
enough pressure to rupture closed containers/spreading fire/increasing risk of
burns/injuries. Use water spray/fog for cooling. Avoid frothing/steam explosion. Burning
liquid may float on water. Although water soluble, may not be practical to extinguish fire by
water dilution. Notify authorities immediately if liquid enters sewer/public waters.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Release Response: Release can cause fire or explosion. Liquids/vapors may ignite. Evacuate/limit access.
Equip responders with proper protection. Extinguish all ignition sources. Stop release.
Prevent flow to sewer/public waters. Notify fire and environmental authorities. Slippery
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walking/spread granular cover or soak up. Soak up small spills with inert solids. Use
suitable disposal containers. On water, material is soluble and may float or sink.
Contain/collect rapidly to minimize dispersion. Disperse residue to reduce aquatic harm.
Report per regulatory requirements.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: It is recommended that any liquid product exposed to air not be highly concentrated by
evaporation without first assuring that no peroxide is present. Alternately, positive steps
should be taken to reduce any accumulated peroxides to a safe level before concentrating
the liquid. Use only non-sparking tools. Properly ground containers before beginning
transfer. All equipment must conform to applicable electrical code. Handle empty
containers with care. Flammable/combustible residue remains after emptying. Isolate,
vent, drain, wash and purge systems or equipment before maintenance or repair.
Extinguish all ignition sources. Check atmosphere for explosiveness and oxygen
deficiencies. Wear recommended personal protective equipment. Observe precautions
pertaining to confined space entry.
Storage: Store only in tightly closed, properly vented containers away from heat, sparks, open flame
and strong oxidizing agents. Storage under nitrogen atmosphere is recommended to
minimize possible formation of highly reactive peroxides. Store in properly lined
steel/stainless steel to avoid slight discoloration from mild steel/copper. Aluminum (5000
series alloys - U.S. Aluminum Association Standard) showed no corrosion after 30 days
contact with ARCOSOLV庐 PM Acetate, ARCOSOLV庐 DPM, TPM, PTB, or PM at 71掳C
(160掳F). Some plastics/rubbers are attacked by Glycol Ethers/Ether Esters. This product
will absorb water if exposed to air.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Local exhaust and general ventilation must be adequate to meet exposure limit(s).
Controls:
Personal Protection:
Inhalation: No occupational exposure limits have been developed for this material. Where exposure
through inhalation may occur from use, approved respiratory protection equipment is
recommended.
Skin: Wear chemical resistant gloves such as: Butyl rubber. Depending on the conditions of
use, protective gloves, apron, boots, head and face protection should be worn. The
equipment must be cleaned thoroughly after each use.
Eye: Eye protection such as chemical splash goggles and/or face shield must be worn when
possibility exists for eye contact due to splashing or spraying liquid, airborne particles, or
vapor.
Other Hygienic Selection of appropriate personal protective equipment should be based on an evaluation
Practices: of the performance characteristics of the protective equipment relative to the task(s) to be
performed, conditions present, duration of use, and the hazards and/or potential hazards
that may be encountered during use. Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers
should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure.
Recommended Work
Practices Use good personal hygiene practices. Wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking, or
using toilet facilities. Promptly remove soiled clothing/wash thoroughly before reuse.
Occupational Exposure Limits:
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Component Name: Source / Date Value / Units Type Notation Carcinogenic
Listing*
1-Methoxy-2-propanol US (ACGIH) / 2001 N/L N/L
acetate
US (OSHA) / 2001 N/L N/L
2-Methoxy-1-propanol US (ACGIH) / 2001 N/L N/L
acetate
US (OSHA) / 2001 N/L N/L
*1 = OSHA 2 = IARC 3 = NTP 4 = Others N/L = Not Listed See Section 11 for more information
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Specific Gravity: ~0.96, @ (25 掳C/77 掳F), Vapor: ~4.6, @ (15 - 32 掳C/60 - 90 掳F),
(Air = 1.0)
Boiling Point: ~ 140 掳C/ 284 掳F, @ 760 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure: ~ 3.8 mm Hg, @ (25 掳C /77 掳F) Viscosity: ~ 1 mPa.s, @ (25 掳C/77 掳F),
(Brookfield).
Solubility: Solubility (Water):
Appreciable (10 Percent or more).
Octanol/Water Melting/
Partition Coefficient No Data Available. Freezing
in Kow: Point: No Data Available.
Dry Point: ~ 150 掳C Evaporatio
n Rate: ~ 0.3
(butyl acetate = 1)
Molecular Weight: 132.16 g/mol
Other Physical &
Chemical Properties: Hygroscopic. Additional properties may be listed in Sections 3 and 5.
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: This material is stable when properly handled and stored.
Conditions to Avoid: Extended contact with air or oxygen. In contact with moisture, this hygroscopic (i.e.,
absorbs water from the air) material may degrade or become contaminated. Heat,
sparks, open flame, other ignition sources, and oxidizing conditions.
Incompatibility with: Strong oxidizing agents. Moisture and humidity. May react with oxygen to form
peroxides. However, there is no known evidence that it has nearly the peroxide
forming potential as, for example, diethyl ether, etc.
Decomposition Products: Carbon Monoxide and other toxic vapors.
Hazardous Polymerization: Not expected to occur.
Reactions with Air and May react with oxygen to form peroxides.
Water:
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SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product
Summary: No additional toxicology information is available for this material.
LD50 (Oral)
Rat 8532 MG/KG
LD50 (Skin)
Rabbit. > 5 GM/KG
Repeated Dose Toxicity On repeated, prolonged exposure may be a nasal irritant.
Component Summary:
1-Methoxy-2-propanol acetate
LD50 (Oral)
Rat 8532 MG/KG
LD50 (Skin)
Rabbit. > 5 GM/KG
Repeated Dose Toxicity No known chronic health effects.
2-Methoxy-1-propanol acetate
Repeated Dose Toxicity 2-Methoxy-1-propanol has been shown to cause developmental effects in
offspring of female rabbits exposed to 0, 145, 225, 350, and 545 ppm by inhalation during pregnancy. 145
ppm was the no observed effect level (NOEL) in this study. The acetate of 2-methoxy-1-propanol also has
been tested for developmental effects. Information for the acetate is pertinent since the acetate portion of
this molecule is quickly removed in a living organism to yield 2-methoxy-1-propanol. The offspring of rats
exposed to concentrations of 0, 1 10, 550, or 2,700 ppm developed vertebral incisions at the highest
exposure level, in the presence of maternal toxicity. Rabbits exposed to 0, 36, 145, or 550 ppm of 2 -
methoxy-1-propanol acetate bore offspring that showed malformations of sternum, paws, major blood
vessels and the heart at the highest exposure level. A concentration of 145 ppm was the no observed
effect level (NOEL) for adverse developmental effects from the acetate of 2-methoxy-1-propanol.
Reproductive / Development Effects Damages developing fetus.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity: No Data Available.
Environmental It may enter soil and may contaminate water.
Fate:
Biodegradation: Data for a closely related material suggest it will be inherently biodegradable.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Contaminated product, soil, or water may be hazardous waste. (See 40 U.S. Code of
Federal Regulations (CFR) 261 and 29 CFR 1910). Landfill solids at permitted sites. Use
registered transporters. Burn concentrated liquids. Avoid flame-outs. Assure emissions
comply with applicable regulations. Dilute aqueous waste may biodegrade. Avoid
overloading/poisoning plant biomass. Assure effluent complies with applicable regulations.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Proper Shipping Esters, n.o.s.(contains 1-methoxy-2-propanol acetate)
Name:
UN/NA ID: UN 3272
NAER Guidebook: 127 Marine Pollutant: No
Labels: Flammable liquid.
DOT Hazard Class: 3, PG III IMDG Hazard
Class: 3, PG III
ADR/VLG Hazard ICAO/IATA
Class: 3 Hazard Class: 3, PG III
ADNR/VBG Hazard RID/VSG Hazard
Class: 3 Class: 3
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Regulatory Advisory: No chemicals in this material with known CAS numbers are subject to the reporting
requirements of CERCLA.
Regulatory Status: All components of this product are listed or are exempt from listing on the TSCA 8(b)
inventory. If identified components of this product are listed under the TSCA 12(b)
Export Notification rule, they will be listed below.
SARA - Section 313
Emissions Reporting: The material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that
exceed the De Minimis reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313 and
40 CFR 372.
Component Summary: Reporting Threshold
SARA - Section 311/312: Based upon available information, this material is classified as the following health
and/or physical hazards according to Section 311 & 312:
Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard.
Fire Hazard.
State Reporting:
? This material is not known to contain any chemicals currently listed as carcinogens
or reproductive toxins under California Proposition 65 at levels which would be
subject to the proposition.
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? Massachusetts Substances List (MSL) - Extraordinarily hazardous substances must
be identified when present in materials at levels greater than state specified
criterion. The criterion is >= 0.0001%. Hazardous Substances (MSL-HS) on the
MSL must be identified when present in materials at greater than the state specified
criterion. The criterion is >= 1%. Components with CAS numbers present in this
material, at levels specified in Section 2 - Composition do not require reporting
under the statute.
? Special Hazardous Substances (PA-SHS) must be identified when present in
materials at levels greater than the state specified criterion. The criterion is >=
0.01%. Hazardous Substances (PA-HS) must be identified when present in
materials at levels greater than the state specified criterion. The criterion is >= 1%.
Environmental Hazards (PA-EH) must be identified when present in materials at
levels greater than the state specified criterion. The criterion is >= 0.01%.
Components with CAS numbers present in this material, at levels specified in
Section 2 - Composition, do not require reporting under the statute.
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
DISCLAIMER OF
RESPONSIBILITY: This document is generated for the purpose of distributing health, safety, and
environmental data. It is not a specification sheet nor should any displayed data be
construed as a specification. The information on this MSDS was obtained from
sources which we believe are reliable. However, the information is provided without
any warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness. Some information
presented and conclusions drawn herein are from sources other than direct test data
on the substance itself. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and
disposal of the product are beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge.
For this and other reasons, we do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim
liability for loss, damage, or expense arising out of or in any way connected with
handling, storage, use, or disposal of this product. If the product is used as a
component in another product, this MSDS information may not be applicable.
Latest Revision(s): Revised Section(s): 14 Date of Revision: December 4 2001
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