Product Name: Diethylene Glycol Diethyl Ether
Synonyms: Ethyl Carbitol, DEGDEE
CAS Number: 112-36-7
Recommended Use: Solvent in coatings, inks, textiles, and specialty chemical synthesis
Manufacturer: Refer to your chemical supplier's label
Contact Information: Emergency and non-emergency contact details for supplier or manufacturer, including an emergency phone number for chemical incidents
GHS Classification: Eye irritation (Category 2A), Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) (Category 3)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation, harmful if swallowed
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors or mists, wear eye protection, wash hands thoroughly after use, use in well-ventilated areas
Chemical Name: Diethylene Glycol Diethyl Ether
Concentration: Typically 99% or higher
CAS Number: 112-36-7
Impurities: Small amounts of related glycol ethers or trace byproducts, as per supplier’s data; always refer to batch analysis for specific details
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, support breathing if needed, seek medical attention if symptoms like coughing or shortness of breath persist
Skin Contact: Take off contaminated clothing, rinse skin with plenty of water, use mild soap if available, seek medical help if irritation lasts
Eye Contact: Rinse with water for several minutes, hold eyelids open, remove contact lenses if easy to do, continue rinsing, see a doctor
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth with water, offer water to drink if person is fully conscious, get medical attention promptly
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water spray depending on the size of the fire
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Strong water jet as it may spread the fire
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, potentially irritating fumes
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Advice for Firefighters: Approach from upwind, keep containers cool using water spray, prevent runoff from entering drains
Personal Precautions: Avoid breathing vapors, evacuate unnecessary personnel, ventilate area
Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, splash goggles, suitable protective clothing
Spill Cleanup Methods: Absorb with non-combustible material like sand or vermiculite, collect in a sealable container, wash area with plenty of water after removal
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, drains, or surface water; report to authorities as required
Handling: Work in well-ventilated spaces, avoid inhaling vapors, keep containers closed, prevent leaks or spills, wash hands after use, do not eat or drink during handling
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers, in a cool and dry area away from strong oxidizers and acids, protect from sunlight, store in approved containers clearly labeled
Exposure Limits: No established workplace exposure limits in many jurisdictions, though it's best to minimize routine exposure
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if working indoors or in poorly ventilated situations
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear protective gloves (nitrile or butyl rubber), chemical goggles, protective clothing, use proper respiratory protection if exposure limits might be exceeded
Hygiene Measures: Wash thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing, prevent contact with eyes and skin
Appearance: Colorless, clear liquid
Odor: Mild, ether-like smell
Boiling Point: About 206°C
Melting Point: -70°C
Flash Point: 96°C (closed cup)
Solubility: Miscible with water, alcohols
Vapor Pressure: 0.06 mmHg at 25°C
Density: 0.97 g/cm³ at 20°C
Viscosity: 3.8 mPa.s at 20°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Not particularly reactive at room temperature
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Heating or burning produces carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and possibly irritating organic fumes
Hazardous Reactions: None expected under normal use
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact, ingestion
Acute Effects: Causes eye irritation, may cause skin and respiratory irritation, can cause abdominal pain or central nervous system symptoms if swallowed
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure may cause damage to organs in animal studies; chronic toxicity data in humans is limited
LD50 (oral, rat): Between 2,460 and 3,000 mg/kg
Other Information: Not known to be carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reproductive toxin under typical conditions of use
Aquatic Toxicity: Low toxicity for aquatic life, but may cause oxygen depletion in water bodies if large quantities enter
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in the environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: High mobility, miscible with water
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release in large quantities; fish and daphnia LC50 values typically above 1,000 mg/L
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of at an approved waste disposal facility in compliance with local, regional, and national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers may contain residues; rinse thoroughly and dispose of as hazardous waste
Special Precautions: Do not dump into sewers or waterways; incineration may be an option for large quantities by licensed contractors
UN Number: Not regulated by most major transport regulations
Proper Shipping Name: Diethylene Glycol Diethyl Ether or not applicable if not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Use standard chemical transport procedures, secure well, protect from damage or leakage
US TSCA: Listed
EU REACH: Registered
Other Regulatory Listings: Subject to workplace safety laws regarding solvents and glycols; check local inventory and regulatory status
Labeling: Requires hazard communication labels per OSHA HCS or GHS guidelines
Restrictions: May be subject to restrictions in consumer products in some jurisdictions; check national laws
