Product Name: Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether Acetate
Synonyms: 2-Ethoxyethyl acetate, EGEEA
Chemical Formula: C6H12O3
CAS Number: 111-15-9
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Recommended Use: Solvent for paints, coatings, inks, cleaners
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Classification: Flammable Liquid, Acute Toxicity (Oral, Dermal, Inhalation), Eye and Skin Irritant, Reproductive Toxicant
GHS Label Elements: Danger symbol: Flame, Health Hazard
Hazard Statements: Flammable liquid and vapor, toxic if swallowed or absorbed through skin, causes skin and serious eye irritation, may damage fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapor, wear protective gear, keep away from ignition sources
Route of Exposure: Inhalation, eye and skin contact, ingestion
Effects: Drowsiness, headache, central nervous system depression, reproductive toxicity
Target Organs: Liver, kidneys, reproductive organs, central nervous system
Chemical Name: Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether Acetate
Common Name: EGEEA
Concentration: Typically 98-100%
CAS Number: 111-15-9
Other Components: Trace stabilizers, no other significant hazardous impurities reported
EC Number: 203-839-2
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, provide oxygen if breathing is difficult, seek immediate medical attention
Skin Contact: Take off contaminated clothing, wash skin with plenty of soap and water, do not use solvents or thinners, medical assessment if symptoms persist
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, keep flushing, get medical help
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention, never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person
Symptoms: Nausea, weakness, dizziness, abdominal pain, respiratory tract irritation, headache
Advice for Doctor: Treat symptomatically, monitor for delayed effects, consider risk of respiratory complications
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO2
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water jet may spread fire
Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air, containers may rupture if heated
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, acrid smoke, toxic fumes
Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant suit, self-contained breathing apparatus
Firefighting Instructions: Remove unaffected containers from fire area if safe, cool nearby containers with water spray, stay upwind
Personal Protection: Evacuate non-essential personnel, equip with gloves, goggles, protective clothing
Ventilation: Use explosion-proof equipment, ventilate area
Spill Cleanup: Stop leak if safe, dike with inert material, absorb with sand or earth, transfer to properly labeled containers
Environmental Caution: Prevent runoff to soil, sewers or waterways, report leaks to proper authorities
Decontamination: Wash spill area with water and detergent after collecting material, ventilate afterward
Handling: Keep away from heat, flames, sparks, avoid inhaling vapors, prevent contact with eyes and skin, ground all containers and use spark-proof tools
Storage: Store in tightly closed, clearly labeled containers in a cool, well-ventilated place, keep separate from oxidizers, acids, alkalis, and open flames
Container Advice: Store only in approved containers, keep away from direct sunlight
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, avoid eating, drinking, and smoking in work area, launder exposed clothing
Occupational Exposure Limits: ACGIH TLV: 5 ppm (skin), OSHA PEL: 100 ppm (skin), NIOSH REL: 5 ppm (skin)
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, ensure emergency eye wash stations and showers
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), safety goggles or face shield, impervious clothing
Respiratory Protection: Air-purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridge if exposure limits are exceeded, use self-contained breathing apparatus for high concentrations
Environmental Controls: Prevent discharge to the environment, follow emission regulations
State: Liquid
Appearance: Clear, colorless
Odor: Sweet, ester-like
pH: Not applicable
Boiling Point: 156–160 °C
Melting Point: -80 °C approx.
Flash Point: 49 °C (closed cup)
Auto-ignition Temperature: 340 °C
Explosive Limits: Lower: 1.4%, Upper: 13.1% (V/V)
Vapor Pressure: 0.5 kPa at 20 °C
Relative Density: 0.97 (@ 20 °C)
Solubility: Miscible in water and most organic solvents
Viscosity: 1.6 mPa.s (20 °C)
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions
Reactivity: Can react with strong oxidizers, acids, alkalis, may form explosive peroxides on prolonged exposure to air
Hazardous Decomposition: Forms toxic gases such as carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide during heating or combustion
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, open flames, sunlight, incompatible substances
Polymerization: Not expected under normal conditions
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat) 1,600 mg/kg, Dermal LD50 (rabbit) 5,000 mg/kg, Inhalation LC50 (rat) 1,000 ppm/6h
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes irritation, redness, prolonged contact may result in dermatitis
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes eye irritation and possible damage
Respiratory Sensitization: Vapors cause respiratory irritation
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified as mutagenic
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: May cause harm to fertility or unborn child
Other Effects: Central nervous system depression, nausea, vomiting, headache, fatigue
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment
Persistence/Degradability: Readily biodegradable in soil and water through microbial action
Bioaccumulation: Low potential
Mobility: High in soil and water
Aquatic Toxicity Data: LC50 (fish, 96h) 130–200 mg/L, EC50 (daphnia, 48h) 120 mg/L
Other Environmental Information: Volatile compound may contribute to atmospheric photochemical reactions
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, national regulations
Product Disposal: Do not allow material to reach sewers, soil, or water bodies
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse empty containers, puncture and send for recycling or disposal as hazardous waste
Special Precautions: Use licensed waste contractor, keep records of waste movements
UN Number: UN1170
UN Proper Shipping Name: Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether Acetate
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids)
Packing Group: III
Hazard Labels: Flammable Liquid (red 3 label)
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Precautions for User: Transport in upright position, segregate from foodstuffs, keep away from heat sources
Regulations: ADR/RID, IMDG, ICAO/IATA compliant
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Subject to OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, SARA Title III, TSCA Inventory, REACH registration
Labeling Requirements: GHS-compliant labeling, hazard and precautionary phrases
Other Regulatory Information: Listed on US EPA TSCA, EU EINECS, Canadian DSL, Japanese ENCS inventories
Restrictions: May be restricted in certain regions due to reproductive toxicity classification, check local regulations
