Product Name: Dipropylene Glycol Phenyl Ether
Synonyms: DPGPE
Recommended Uses: Solvent for coatings, inks, cleaners, and fragrances
Supplier: Industrial chemical manufacturers and distributors
Emergency Contact Phone: 24-hour chemical emergency response number provided by supplier
CAS Number: 6180-61-6
Address: Listed on manufacturer's label and shipping documents
Email Contact: Safety or regulatory affairs department
Classification: Eye Irritation Category 2A, Skin Irritation Category 3
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation. Causes mild skin irritation.
Symbol: Exclamation mark (GHS07)
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective gloves and eye protection. Wash hands after handling.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory system
Other Hazards: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Harmful if swallowed in large amounts.
Chemical Name: Dipropylene Glycol Phenyl Ether
Molecular Formula: C15H24O3
Concentration: >99% by weight
CAS Number: 6180-61-6
Impurities: Trace propylene oxide derivatives, if any, below 1%
Additives: No additives intentionally present.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If not breathing, call emergency services and begin CPR. Give oxygen if trained.
Skin Contact: Wash affected area with mild soap and running water. Remove contaminated clothing. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Eye Contact: Rinse continuously with clean water for 15 minutes, holding eyelids open. Remove contact lenses. Get medical help if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention.
Most Important Symptoms: Eye redness, discomfort, skin dryness, coughing if inhaled.
Immediate Medical Attention Needed: Difficult or labored breathing, persistent irritation, severe reactions.
Extinguishing Media: Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water spray.
Unsuitable Media: Avoid direct water stream, which may spread fire or splatter materials.
Hazards from Combustion: Emits carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and phenolic compounds under fire conditions.
Fire Fighting Instructions: Isolate area. Wear full protective gear, including self-contained breathing apparatus. Cool exposed containers with water spray.
Special Protective Equipment: Fully encapsulating, gas-tight suits recommended for large fires or confined spaces.
Personal Precautions: Wear appropriate PPE—gloves, eye protection, and if ventilated poorly, respirator.
Evacuation Procedures: Evacuate non-essential personnel from affected area. Avoid contact with released substance.
Containment: Stop leak if safe to do so. Prevent spill entering drains or waterways.
Cleanup Methods: Absorb spill with inert material (sand, earth). Collect in sealable chemical-resistant containers. Dispose as hazardous waste.
Decontamination: Wash all equipment and surfaces with plenty of water.
Environmental Precautions: Notify authorities if product enters water source or public sewer.
Handling Procedures: Avoid breathing vapors or mists. Wear appropriate gloves and safety goggles. Use in well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use.
Safe Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed, clearly labeled containers away from incompatible chemicals. Keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated storage area.
Incompatibilities: Strong acids and bases, oxidizing agents.
Other Safety Measures: Practice good hygiene. Wash hands before breaks and after final exposure.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established OSHA PEL or ACGIH TLV; limit exposure as low as practical.
Ventilation: Local exhaust or general room ventilation.
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical splash goggles, resistant gloves (nitrile or butyl rubber), and impervious clothing if risk of significant contact.
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask or respirator with organic vapor cartridge if airborne concentration is likely.
Hygiene: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing before entering eating areas.
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild ether-like odor
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Not applicable (non-aqueous)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: -55°C
Boiling Point: 290°C
Flash Point: 140°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Slow
Flammability: Not classified as highly flammable
Upper/Lower Explosive Limits: Not established
Vapor Pressure: <1 mm Hg at 20°C
Vapor Density: >1 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 1.04-1.06 g/cm3
Solubility: Moderate in water, soluble in organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Log Kow estimated 1.5-2.0
Auto-ignition Temperature: 375°C
Decomposition Temperature: Not specified
Viscosity: Moderate, depends on temperature and use concentration
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperature and pressure.
Reactivity: Not reactive under normal use and storage conditions.
Hazardous Reactions: None known in intended use.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, alkalis.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Burning produces carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and phenolic derivatives.
Polymerization: Does not occur under standard conditions.
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat) > 4000 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 (rabbit) > 2000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion / Irritation: Mildly irritating based on animal studies
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes moderate irritation—redness and watering
Sensitization: Not classified as sensitizer
Chronic Effects: No evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, reproductive toxicity reported in available studies.
Symptoms: Headache, nausea, skin and eye irritation
Other Health Effects: Prolonged or severe exposure may worsen pre-existing respiratory, eye or skin conditions.
Aquatic Toxicity: Low toxicity to fish, algae, and invertebrates (LC50 >100 mg/L)
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions.
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low, based on log Kow and observed degradation.
Mobility in Soil: Moderate mobility in environmental compartments.
Other Adverse Effects: Not classified as harmful to aquatic environments in high dilution, but bulk releases must be avoided.
Precautions for Environmental Release: Use controls to keep out of soil, surface waters, and drains.
Waste Methods: Collect liquid residues in labeled, securely closed containers. Dispose through permitted chemical waste contractor.
Incineration: Only in facilities approved for chemical waste. Comply with local air emission controls.
Landfill: Discouraged and strictly regulated.
Container: Empty containers may contain residues. Clean by triple-rinsing and dispose safely.
Regulatory Disposal Codes: US EPA RCRA: Not listed as hazardous waste, but follow all national and local disposal requirements.
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous goods (non-hazardous classification for land, sea, air)
Proper Shipping Name: Dipropylene Glycol Phenyl Ether or related trade name
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous
Packing Group: N/A
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Precautions for User: Avoid transport with incompatible materials; secure tightly.
Labels: General chemical, not dangerous goods.
US Regulations: Listed on TSCA Inventory. Not subject to SARA 313, CERCLA, or RCRA hazardous waste requirements.
International Regulations: Listed in EINECS/ELINCS, Canada DSL, Australia AICS, Japan ENCS.
Labeling Requirements: Comply with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, GHS labeling needed.
Other Standards: Meets EU REACH criteria if imported into Europe.
Workplace Controls: Provided in safety plan and chemical hygiene programs; SDS available in local languages for compliance.
Local Regulations: Observe community right-to-know ordinances and notify regulators for significant spills.
