Chemical Name: 2-Ethoxyethyl acetate
Synonyms: Glycol ether acetate, Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate
CAS Number: 111-15-9
Formula: C6H12O3
Manufacturer: Refer to product label for supplier information
Recommended Use: Solvent in surface coatings, inks, and cleaners
Emergency Phone: Contact relevant local emergency service or poison control
GHS Classification: Flammable liquid (Category 3), Acute toxicity (oral, Category 4), Eye irritation (Category 2A), Reproductive toxicity (Category 2)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye irritation. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors, wear protective clothing, wash thoroughly after handling, keep away from sparks/open flames
Pictogram: Flame, Exclamation mark, Health hazard
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin contact, eye contact
Target Organs: Eyes, reproductive system, central nervous system
Component: 2-Ethoxyethyl acetate
CAS Number: 111-15-9
Percent : >99%
Impurities: Trace glycol ethers
Additives: No stabilizers or inhibitors indicated
Other Ingredients: None significant for hazard classification
General Advice: Move exposed individual to safe area, remove contaminated clothing
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, seek medical attention for any breathing difficulty
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with plenty of soap and water, contact a physician if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing, seek medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek medical help immediately
Most Important Symptoms: Eye redness, respiratory irritation, headache, nausea, drowsiness, possible reproductive effects
Immediate Medical Attention: Obtain if symptoms persist or severe exposure suspected
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, water spray
Unsuitable Media: Full water jet
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air, containers exposed to fire may rupture
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Firefighting Instructions: Use water spray to cool unopened containers, remove from fire area if done safely
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area, avoid breathing vapors, wear personal protective equipment
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe, keep product out of drains, soil, and waterways
Methods for Cleanup: Remove ignition sources, ventilate area, absorb with inert material, collect in suitable container for disposal, wash residual with water
Emergency Procedures: Notify relevant authorities if significant spill occurs
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid release to environment, avoid contact with skin and eyes, keep away from hot surfaces, sparks, open flames
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, keep away from incompatible materials like strong oxidizers and acids
Other Precautions: Ground and bond container and receiving equipment, use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment
Occupational Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL: 100 ppm (540 mg/m3), ACGIH TLV: 25 ppm (133 mg/m3)
Engineering Controls: Use with local exhaust ventilation, ensure eye wash stations and safety showers nearby
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Safety glasses with side shields or goggles, solvent-resistant gloves, appropriate protective clothing, approved respiratory protective equipment for high vapor concentrations
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks, after handling, and before eating, remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Appearance: Colorless liquid
Odor: Mild, ether-like
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point/Freezing Point: -50°C
Boiling Point: 156°C
Flash Point: 49°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: 0.46 (n-butyl acetate = 1)
Flammability: Flammable
Upper/Lower Flammability Limit: 1.4% - 10.4% (v/v in air)
Vapor Pressure: 3.4 mmHg @ 20°C
Vapor Density: 4.8 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 0.97 (water = 1)
Solubility: Miscible with most organic solvents, moderate in water
Partition Coefficient: log Kow 0.4
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 340°C
Decomposition Temperature: Not determined
Viscosity: 1.4 mPa·s @ 20°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions
Reactivity: Not reactive under expected use and storage conditions
Hazardous Reactions: Vapors may form explosive mixture with air
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, bases
Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, open flames, static discharge, contact with oxidizers
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): ~2,100 mg/kg; LD50 (dermal, rabbit): ~5,000 mg/kg; LC50 (inhalation, rat): ~3,200 ppm/6h
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild irritant
Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes significant eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Not classified as respiratory sensitizer
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by NTP, IARC, OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: Possible risk of harm to unborn child based on animal studies
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Repeated Dose Toxicity: May affect blood, kidney, liver with chronic exposure
Ecotoxicity: Toxic to aquatic life in concentrated form, LC50 (fish): 150 mg/L (96 hr)
Mobility in Soil: Moderately mobile, risk of leaching to groundwater
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable in environment
Bioaccumulation: Low potential, log Kow indicates low accumulation
Other Adverse Effects: Large spills may deplete oxygen in water, harming aquatic life
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose through licensed waste contractor, incineration preferred
Disposal of Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers, puncture and recycle; follow local protocols
Environmental Precautions: Do not dispose in drains or natural water bodies
Additional Notes: Follow regional, national, and local regulations on hazardous waste disposal
UN Number: 1178
UN Proper Shipping Name: Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquids)
Packing Group: III
Label Requirements: Flammable liquid
Special Transport Precautions: Avoid transport with incompatible materials such as oxidizers, keep containers upright and tightly sealed
Marine Pollutant: Not classified as marine pollutant
Emergency Response Guide Number: 128
OSHA: Classified as hazardous chemical under 29 CFR 1910.1200
TSCA: Listed on Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
SARA Title III: Section 313: Not listed
California Proposition 65: Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm
REACH: Registered substance in EU
Other International Regulations: Included in inventories such as EINECS, DSL, AICS, ENCS
Labelling: Proper GHS/OSHA labeling required at all times
