Product Name: Triethylene Glycol Butyl Ether
Synonyms: Butyltriglycol, TEGBE
Chemical Formula: C10H22O4
CAS Number: 143-22-6
Recommended Use: Solvent in paints, cleaners, hydraulic fluids, and textile processing
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Emergency Hotlines: Provided by chemical supplier
GHS Classification: Eye irritation (Category 2A), Skin irritation (Category 3), Acute toxicity - Oral (Category 5)
Label Elements: Warning symbol, exclamation mark
Hazard Statements: Causes eye irritation, may cause mild skin irritation, may be harmful if swallowed
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes and skin, wear protective clothing, wash thoroughly after handling
Potential Health Effects: Eyes: redness and pain; Skin: drying or cracking with repeated contact; Inhalation: mild respiratory discomfort at high concentrations
Environmental Impact: No broad hazard in normal use, but large amounts in waterways may harm aquatic life
Chemical Identity: Triethylene glycol monobutyl ether
Concentration: 100%
Other Constituents: No significant impurities expected in technical grade
CAS Number: 143-22-6
EC Number: 205-592-6
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep comfortable, consult medical help if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with water, wash with soap and water, seek medical attention for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, get medical attention if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, seek prompt medical assistance if feeling unwell
Special Notes: Show safety data sheet or label to medical personnel
Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, foam, dry powder
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possibly irritating fumes
Special Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing
Specific Hazards: Vapors heavier than air, may form explosive mixtures with air above flash point
Firefighting Instructions: Use water spray to cool containers, keep runoff from entering drains or waterways
Personal Precautions: Wear eye protection, gloves, avoid inhalation of vapors
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe, prevent contact with soil, drains, and waterways
Containment: Absorb with inert absorbent (sand, earth), collect waste in appropriate container
Cleanup Methods: Shovel up and place in suitable disposal container, ventilate area thoroughly
Decontamination: Wash spill site with water after material pickup is complete
Handling: Avoid skin and eye contact, minimize vapor exposure, clean spills promptly, use only in well-ventilated areas
Technical Measures: Ground and bond containers during transfer, avoid static discharge
Storage Conditions: Keep in tightly closed containers, store in a cool, well-ventilated space, protect from direct sunlight and moisture
Incompatible Materials: Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong acids
Specifically Noted: Store in original packaging, segregate from food and beverages
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established for TEGBE, monitor airborne levels in poorly ventilated spaces
Engineering Controls: Provide local exhaust ventilation, ensure eyewash stations and safety showers available
Respiratory Protection: Use approved mask or respirator under conditions of prolonged exposure or inadequate ventilation
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles required
Skin Protection: Wear impermeable gloves, protective clothing to minimize skin contact
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after use, do not eat or smoke during handling, keep work area clean
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Faint ether-like
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Neutral (approximate)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Below -50°C
Boiling Point: 284°C (543°F)
Flash Point: 146°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Slow compared to water
Flammability: Not classified as highly flammable, but will burn
Vapor Pressure: 0.027 mmHg at 25°C
Vapor Density: 6.2 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 0.99 (water = 1)
Solubility: Completely soluble in water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): log Pow ~ -0.14
Auto-ignition Temperature: 295°C
Decomposition Temperature: Not specified
Viscosity: 8.7 mPa.s at 20°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions expected under normal use
Reactivity: Low, but avoid strong acids, oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Burning may produce smoke, carbon oxides
Conditions to Avoid: Heating to decomposition, ignition sources, incompatible substances
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): >2000 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 (rabbit): >2500 mg/kg
Inhalation: May cause mild respiratory tract irritation at high concentrations
Skin Contact: May dry skin, slight irritation on repeated exposure
Eye Contact: Moderate eye irritant
Chronic Exposure: Prolonged contact may cause dermatitis
Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity: No evidence in animal studies
Sensitization: No known sensitizing effects
Addition of Allergic Reactions: Rare, but not fully excluded in sensitive individuals
Ecotoxicity: Not highly toxic to aquatic organisms (LC50 for fish >100 mg/L), large spills can cause problems with oxygen demand in water
Biodegradability: Considered readily biodegradable
Bioaccumulation: Not expected due to low log Pow
Mobility in Soil: High, will partition to groundwater if released
Persistence: Low, will degrade in environment fairly quickly
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose through licensed waste contractor
Disposal of Product: Incinerate or treat as hazardous waste as per local regulations
Disposal of Packaging: Triple-rinse containers, recycle if possible or treat as hazardous waste
Do Not Release: Avoid disposal through sewage or surface water drains
Requirements: Follow national and local environmental, health, and safety regulations
UN Number: Not regulated for ground, air, or sea
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Triethylene Glycol Butyl Ether
Packing Group: None
Label: No specific transport labeling required
Special Precautions: Protect from direct sunlight, secure to prevent leakage or movement during transport
EU: Listed in REACH inventory, not classified as dangerous under classification, labeling, and packaging (CLP) regulations
USA: Listed on TSCA inventory
Canada: Listed on DSL/NDSL
Other Regulatory Info: Subject to workplace exposure controls, requires safety data sheet at place of use
Restrictions: Not for use in pharmaceuticals or food
