SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET EKP15412
Environmental exposure level is 10 mg/m3 . LD50: orl-rat: >30 g/kg. ,
Threshold Limited Value
ALDON 1533 W.Henrietta Rd.
LD50: skin-rbt: >20 g/kg. RTECS No. TQ3675000
EKP15412
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION June 14, 1995
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure EYES: May cause slight transient irritation. SKIN: May cause severe
response if skin is abraded. INGESTION: Oral toxicity is low.
INHALATION: Vapors are unlikely at room temperature due to physical
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE
properties. Exercise approriate procedures to minimize potential
Product POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL E-400 hazards.
CHEMTREC Health 0
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
Polyglycol E-400
Synonyms Fire 0
Day 716-226-6177 EYES: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper
First Aid Procedures
Formula H(OCH CH ) OH and lower eyelids occasionally. If irritation develops or persists, get
Reactivity 0
2 2x
NFPA medical attention. SKIN: Flush with soap and water. INGESTION: Treat
HAZARD RATING HMIS *
Unit Size up to 180 Kg. symptomatically and supportively, get medical attention. Never give
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. INHALATION: Remove to
0 1 2 3 4
C.A.S. No. 25322-68-3
fresh air.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable Excessive temperature and heat.
Polyethylene Glycol >99% See Section V.
Stable X
Incompatibility
Oxidizing material, concentrated mineral acids.
(Materials to Avoid)
USE IN KEEPING WITH GOOD LABORATORY PRACTICES.
Hazardous
None known.
Decomposition Products
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) 4掳-8掳C (39掳-46掳F) 1.12 @ 25/25掳C
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) Decomposes. Not applicable.
by Volume (%) X
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) Low. ------ -- Not applicable.
=1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
Vapor Density (Air=1) Not applicable.
material is released or spilled Should not be left on floor - makes it slippery. Soak up with
Solubility in Water Completely miscible. absorbent materials. Scoop into drum for proper disposal.
Appearance & Odor Clear colorless liquid; characteristic odor.
Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to Federal, State or Local laws.
Waste Disposal Method
SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA These disposal guidelines are intended for the disposal of catalog-size quantities only.
Lower
Flammable Limits in Air Upper
Flash Point
Salvage or burn in an approved incinerator in accordance with all federal,
% by Volume
>232掳C (>450掳F) PMCC N/A -------- --------
(Method Used)
state and local requirements.
Extinguisher
SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Water fog; alcohol foam; dry chemical.
Media
None needed in normal laboratory handling. If misty conditions prevail, work in
Respiration Protection
(Specify Type) ventilation hood or wear a NIOSH-approved respirator.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Local Exhaust Special
Recommended. No.
PROCEDURES Ventilation Mechanical (General) Other
Recommended. No.
If involved in fire situation, wear positive pressure, self-contained Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber. Chemical safety glasses.
breathing apparatus.
Other Protective
Lab coat, apron, eye wash station, proper gloves.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken Store in cool place. Wash thoroughly after handling. Product degrades
UNUSUAL FIRE AND in Handling & Storing slowly when stored at elevated temperatures in presence of air.
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Degradation occurs rapidly at temperatures approaching flash point.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Other Precautions
Information not available.
Remove and wash contaminated clothing.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date
No. 1 6/14/95 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
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