EMS CATALOG NO: 12631;12641
EMS PRODUCT: Silver Extender
DATE: 07/21/2001
PAGE NUMBER: One of 6
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
The information contained herein is based on data considered
accurate. However, no warranty is expressed or implied
regarding the accuracy of these data or the results to be
obtained from the use thereof.
Electron Microscopy Sciences assumes no responsibility for
personal injury or property damage to vendees, users or
third parties caused by the material. Such vendees or users
assume all risks associated with the use of the material.
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FOR PRODUCT AND SALES INFORMATION
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CONTACT ELECTRON MICROSCOPY SCIENCES OFFICE ABOVE.
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
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CHEMICAL NAME: 2-Ethoxyethanol
TRADE NAME & SYNONYMS: "Cellosolve"; Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Glycol Ether
FORMULA: C2H5OCH2CH2OH
MOLECULAR WGT: 90.12
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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Component CAS # Appr %
2-Ethoxyethanol 110-80-5 100%
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
Harmful if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through skin.
Vapor irritating.
Combustible liquid and vapor.
May cause damage to kidneys, lungs, spleen and liver.
Tests on laboratory animals indicate possible harmful effects
on reproductive organs and pregnancies.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC)
SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:
Harmful if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through skin, causes
headache, nausea, breathing difficulties.
Contact with skin or eyes causes irritation.
Vapor irritating to eyes and respiratory passages.
Material can be rapidly absorbed through skin and not cause
irritation, therefore irritation is not, of itself, a reliable
indicator of overexposure.
Kidney, lung, spleen and liver damage may result from excessive
overexposure.
MEDICAL CONDITION AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
Pregnancy, respiratory, liver, kidney and spleen conditions.
ROUTES OF ENTRY: Inhalation, ingestion or skin contact.
CARCINOGENICITY:
The material is not listed (IARC, NTP, OSHA) AS cancer causing
agent.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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EMERGENCY FIRST AID:
GET MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE.
SKIN: Immediately flush thoroughly with large amounts of water.
EYES: Immediately flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air; give artificial respiration if
breathing has stopped.
INGESTION: If conscious, drink water and induce vomiting immediately.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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FLASH POINT (F): 110oF (tcc)
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FLAMMABLE LIMITS LEL (%): 1.70
FLAMMABLE LIMITS UEL (%): 15.60
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water spray, CO2, foam, dry chemical
FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Vapor can travel distances to ignition source and flash back.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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SPILL RESPONSE:
Evacuate the area of all unnecessary personnel.
Wear suitable protective equipment listed under Exposure/Personal
Protection.
Eliminate any ignition sources until the area is determined to be free
from explosion or fire hazards.
Contain the release and eliminate its source, if this can be done
without risk.
Take up and containerize for proper disposal as described under
Disposal.
Comply with Fededral, State, and local regulations on reporting
releases.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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HANDLING & STORAGE:
Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and sources of
ignition.
Store separate from oxidizers and alkalies.
Do not breathe vapor.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Electrically ground all equipment when handling this product.
Retained residue may make empty containers hazardous; use caution!
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Ventilation, Respiratory Protection, Protective Clothing, Eye
Protection Respiratory Protection: If workplace exposure limit(s) of
product or any component is exceeded, a NIOSH/MSHA approved air
supplied respirator is advised in absence of proper environmental
control. OSHA regulations also permit other NIOSH/MSHA respirators
(negative pressure type) under specified conditions. Engineering
and/or administrative controls should be implemented to reduce
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exposure.
Material must be handled or transferred in an approved fume hood or
with equivalent ventilation.
Protective gloves must be worn to prevent skin contact (Butyl Rubber
or equivalent).
Safety glasses with side shields must be worn at all times.
Impervious protective clothing should be worn to prevent skin contact.
WORK / HYGENIC PRACTICES:
Wash thooughly after handling.
Do not take internally.
Eye wash and safety equipment should be readily available.
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
OSHA - PEL:
TWA STEL CL
Component PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 Skin
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2-Ethoxyethanol 200 740 X
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ACGIH - TLV:
TWA STEL CL
Component PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 Skin
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2-Ethoxyethanol
5 18 X
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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BOILING POINT: 135oC (760mm Hg)
MELTING POINT: N/A
EVAPORATION RATE: <.32 (Butyl Acetate = 1)
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.93 (H20 = 1)
VAPOR PRESSURE: 4.0 (mm Hg)
VAPOR DENSITY: 3.0 (air = 1)
VOLATILE BY VOLUME (%): 100
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Clear, colorless liquid mild, pleasant odor.
TSCA LISTING: Yes
CERCLA RQ (lbs): 1000
OSHA floor list: Yes
SARA 313: Yes
DeMinimus for SARA 313 (%): 1.0
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PHYSICAL DATA
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BOILING POINT: 135oC (760mm Hg)
MELTING POINT: N/A
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EVAPORATION RATE: <.32 (Butyl Acetate = 1)
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.93 (H20 = 1)
VAPOR PRESSURE: 4.0 (mm Hg)
VAPOR DENSITY: 3.0 (air = 1)
VOLATILE BY VOLUME (%): 100
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Clear, colorless liquid mild, pleasant odor.
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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STABILITY: Yes
INCOMPATIBILITY: Acids, oxidizers, alkalies.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION COx.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Does not occur.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Heat, sparks, open flame.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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TOXICITY DATA: orl - gpg LD50: 1400 mg/kg
inh - mus LC50: 1820 pppm/7H
TOXICOLOGICAL FINDINGS:
Tests on laboratory animals indicate material may produce adverse
mutagenic and reproductive effects.
Cited in Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS)
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS:
EPA WASTE NUMBERS: U359
TREATMENT:
Specified Technology - Contact your local permitted waste
disposal site (TSD) for permissible treatment sites.
ALWAYS CONTACT A PERMITTED WASTE DISPOSER (TSD) TO ASSURE
COMPLIANCE WITH ALL CURRENT LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS.
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TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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DOT Proper Shipping Name: Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether
DOT ID Number: UN1171
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
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TSCA Statement:
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The CAS number of this product is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
SARA SARA CERCLA
Component EHS EHS TPQ RQ
(302) (lbs) (lbs)
2-Ethoxyethanol 1000
OSHA SARA DeMinimis
Component Floor List 313 for SARA 313
%
2-Ethoxyethanol Y Y 1.0
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OTHER INFORMATION
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Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether is listed as known to the State of
California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
N/A = Not Available
N/E = None Established
NFPA Hazard Ratings:
Health: 2
Flammability: 2
Reactivity: 0
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