Product Name: Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
Synonyms: DEGMBE, Butoxy Diethylene Glycol, Glycol Ether DGBE
Chemical Formula: C8H18O3
CAS Number: 112-34-5
Recommended Uses: Solvent in paints, inks, cleaners, coatings, and chemical processing
Restrictions: Not for food or pharmaceutical purposes
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GHS Classification: Eye Irritation (Category 2A), Not considered flammable but can still form combustible mixtures
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation, can irritate skin if spilled and not cleaned, inhalation might irritate respiratory passages, long use may trigger headaches and fatigue
Pictograms: Exclamation mark (for skin/eye/respiratory irritation)
Precautionary Statements: Use eye protection, avoid breathing mists/vapors, wash hands after use, avoid direct skin contact, do not eat or drink near application
Other Hazards: Slippery if spilled, may harm aquatic animals with large accidental releases, can slowly degrade coatings and plastics
Chemical Name: Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
CAS Number: 112-34-5
Concentration: ≥99% (technical grade forms)
Impurities: Trace glycol ethers, water (usually ≤1%), minor byproducts from manufacture
Additives: None intentionally added (for industrial applications)
Eye Contact: Flush with tepid water for at least 15 minutes, hold eyelids open, seek medical help if irritation lingers or vision blurs
Skin Contact: Quickly remove contaminated clothes, rinse area with soap and water, pay attention to any redness or discomfort, see a doctor if symptoms stay
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, keep them comfortable, provide oxygen if breathing feels hard, contact a medical professional if coughing, nausea, or headaches occur
Ingestion: Do not make the person vomit, rinse mouth, get medical attention as soon as possible, bring this document to show physicians
Note to Physicians: Symptomatic treatment, treat for irritation or solvent exposure, monitor for delayed pulmonary effects
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, or water spray (avoid high-pressure direct water jets)
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water streams can spread splashes
Special Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures in air at higher temperatures, combustion can release toxic gases including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and sometimes aldehydes
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear, stay upwind and avoid vapors
Other Instructions: Cool nearby containers to prevent pressure buildup, keep unnecessary people away, contain runoff to avoid environmental problems
Personal Precautions: Wear appropriate PPE (gloves, goggles, splash suit if needed), provide adequate ventilation, don’t inhale vapor or touch with bare skin
Environmental Precautions: Stop spill from entering drains, ditches, or waterways, notify authorities if significant quantities escape to sewer or soil
Containment and Cleanup: Cover spill with absorbent materials like sand or vermiculite, collect in containers for disposal, wash residue with lots of water, dispose of used cleanup materials as hazardous waste
Other Considerations: Slippery underfoot, cordon off area to prevent slips
Handling: Use with adequate ventilation, avoid breathing vapor or mist, wear gloves and goggles, keep away from food, drinks, and animal feed, avoid contact with incompatible materials (strong oxidizers, acids), do not use near ignition sources
Storage: Store indoors in tightly sealed drums or containers, keep at temperatures between 5–30°C, protect from freezing and overheating, keep containers upright and off the ground, store away from oxidizers and strong acids
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, certain plastics
Storage Area Instructions: Label containers well, maintain spill kits and emergency eyewash stations nearby
Occupational Exposure Limits: ACGIH TLV: 10 ppm (inhalable fraction and vapor), OSHA PEL not established
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or general ventilation to prevent vapor/mist buildup
Personal Protection: Safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene), appropriate clothing, face shield for splash risks
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirators if vapor concentrations exceed limits, maintenance and fit-testing important, do not rely on nuisance dust masks
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and skin after use, avoid eating/drinking/smoking in work area, remove and wash contaminated clothing
Appearance: Clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, ether-like
Boiling Point: 230 °C
Melting Point: -68 °C
Vapor Pressure: 0.05 mmHg at 20°C
Specific Gravity: 0.95 (water=1)
Solubility: Miscible with water
pH: Neutral (6.5–7.5 for typical solutions)
Viscosity: 5.6 mPa.s at 20°C
Flash Point: 78°C (closed cup)
Auto-ignition Temp: 230°C
Evaporation Rate: Slower than water
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): 0.56
Explosion Limits: Upper: 12.0%, Lower: 1.1% (by volume in air)
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperature and pressure, does not decompose if stored right
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions in usual conditions, may react with strong oxidizers or acids
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, sparks, open flames, strong sunlight, freezing temperatures for stored drums
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, certain plastics and rubbers may degrade if exposed to spilled product
Hazardous Decomposition: Burning or extreme heating releases carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sometimes irritating aldehydes
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): approximately 5660 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 (rabbit): >2000 mg/kg
Symptoms of Exposure: Eye and skin irritation, headache, fatigue, nausea if inhaled or ingested in large amounts, large doses can affect central nervous system and kidneys
Chronic Effects: Repeated contact may dry skin; no strong evidence for carcinogenicity or mutagenicity from studies so far; may worsen asthma or allergies
Sensitization: Not generally known to cause allergic reaction
Other Risks: Underlines the need for safe work habits and PPE even for routine handling
Ecotoxicity: Low acute toxicity to fish (LC50, 96hrs, fathead minnow: >1000 mg/L), but large spills pollute aquatic zones and harm smaller aquatic animals
Persistence & Degradability: Readily biodegradable in soil and water, breaks down over weeks
Bioaccumulation Potential: Unlikely to accumulate in living organisms
Environmental Fate: Spilled liquid can contaminate groundwater if not cleaned up, slowly evaporates into air but main risk is runoff to water
Other Notes: Do not dump in rivers, lakes, public storm sewers or on ground
Disposal Methods: Reuse and recycling are preferred, if not possible, send waste to licensed hazardous waste incinerator, dispose of according to local, state, federal laws
Container Disposal: Triple-rinse empty containers, puncture or crush before landfilling or recycling, do not reuse containers for food or drink
Unwanted Solution Disposal: Absorb spills on inert material, label as hazardous, bag and tag for collection, never pour down normal drains
Recommendations: Consult with qualified waste contractors for current disposal procedures in your area
UN Number: Not regulated for transport by ground, sea, or air in most regions, but check current rules since some jurisdictions add extra labeling for large quantities
Proper Shipping Name: Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous according to DOT, IATA, IMDG, but should be transported in tightly closed, leak-free containers
Packing Group: Not applicable
Labels: Not required, though include product name, hazard symbols if demanded by your transporter or local law
Other Rules: Protect containers from falling, vibration, and temperature extremes during transit
US Regulations: TSCA inventory listed, not regulated as hazardous by CERCLA, SARA Title III Section 313: not listed as a toxic release chemical
EU Regulations: REACH compliant, not classified as a major risk under CLP, Safety Data Sheet required for industrial supply
WHMIS (Canada): Classified as D2B (toxic material causing other toxic effects)
Other Regulations: Subject to workplace right-to-know rules, must be handled according to OSHA/GHS labeling, State specific controls (California Prop 65: Not listed)
Workplace Labelling Needs: Include hazard pictograms, signal words, statement summaries on drums or secondary containers
Restrictions: Not intended for use in personal care, food, drugs, or products for children
