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Product Name: Diethylene Glycol
Chemical Formula: C4H10O3
Synonyms: DEG, 2,2'-Oxydiethanol, Diglycol
CAS Number: 111-46-6
Recommended Use: Industrial applications such as solvent, antifreeze component, manufacturing of plasticizers, resins, textile lubricants
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Classification: Acute oral toxicity, Eye irritation
GHS Label Elements: Warning signal word, exclamation mark pictogram
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, may cause eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area, wash thoroughly after handling, wear protective gloves and eye protection
Potential Health Effects: Short-term effects include nausea, headache, vomiting, abdominal pain. Prolonged exposure can lead to central nervous system depression, metabolic acidosis, renal damage
Main Component: Diethylene Glycol 99% or higher
Impurities: Small amounts of ethylene glycol, water
CAS Number: 111-46-6
Molecular Weight: 106.12 g/mol
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms appear
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth, give water if conscious, get immediate medical help
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, continue rinsing, consult physician if irritation persists
Most Important Symptoms: Signs of poisoning can include dizziness, vomiting, confusion, rapid breathing, decreased urine output, possible kidney injury
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Combustion generates toxic vapors like carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear
Special Firefighting Procedures: Cool tanks and containers exposed to flames with water spray, prevent runoff into drains
Explosion Data: Diethylene glycol has a low vapor pressure and moderate flammability risk in a fire involving other combustibles
Personal Precautions: Restrict access, avoid contact, ventilate area, wear appropriate protective equipment
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers or waterways, contain spill
Spill Cleanup Methods: Absorb with inert material like sand or earth, collect in sealed containers for disposal, wash spill area with water after cleanup
Further Precautions: Use non-sparking tools, wash contaminated materials before reusing
Safe Handling: Minimize vapor exposure, keep containers closed, avoid breathing mists, wear protective clothing and goggles
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after use, launder contaminated clothing
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, well-ventilated area, keep away from oxidizing agents and strong acids
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizers
Storage Temperature: Recommended to keep below 40°C, away from direct sunlight, avoid freezing
Packaging Materials: Compatible with stainless steel, aluminum, and most plastics
Occupational Exposure Limits: ACGIH TLV: 10 mg/m³ inhalable fraction and vapor
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, closed processing systems
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or face shield
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), protective clothing
Respiratory Protection: Approved respirators for high vapor or mist concentrations
Personal Hygiene: Wash exposed skin promptly after use, change out of contaminated clothing quickly
Appearance: Clear, colorless, hygroscopic liquid
Odor: Practically odorless
pH: Neutral to slightly acidic
Boiling Point: 245°C (473°F)
Melting Point: -10.45°C (13.2°F)
Flash Point: 143°C (289°F) (Closed cup)
Vapor Pressure: 0.01 mmHg at 20°C
Solubility: Miscible with water and most organic solvents
Relative Density: 1.118 (water = 1 at 20°C)
Viscosity: 35.7 mPa.s at 25°C
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Log Kow -1.47
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions
Decomposition: High temperatures may release toxic fumes including CO and CO2
Conditions to Avoid: Heating above 200°C, sources of ignition, strong oxidizers
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids, bases, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur under recommended conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, possible ethers under extreme heating
Likely Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, skin, and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (Rat) 12,565 mg/kg
Chronic Toxicity: Kidney and liver damage reported in animal studies with prolonged or repeated exposure
Symptoms of Exposure: Central nervous system depression, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, potential renal failure
Sensitization: Not classified as a skin or respiratory sensitizer
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity/Teratogenicity: No significant evidence in animal studies
Aquatic Toxicity: LC50 (fish, 96 h): 75,000 mg/L; EC50 (daphnia, 48 h): >10,000 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in water and soil
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low potential to bioaccumulate (Log Kow -1.47)
Mobility in Soil: High mobility due to solubility in water
Other Adverse Effects: Not expected to pose significant risk to aquatic organisms under typical use and disposal patterns
Waste Management Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
Recommended Disposal: Incineration by a licensed chemical waste disposer, do not discharge to sewers or water bodies
Empty Containers: Rinse thoroughly before recycling or disposal, avoid reusing for other products
Special Disposal Precautions: Prevent evaporation or leakage during handling, label all waste containers clearly
UN Number: Not regulated under ADR/RID, IMDG, or IATA as hazardous material for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Diethylene Glycol
Transport Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not regulated
Special Precautions: Secure containers to avoid leaks, keep away from incompatible materials, carry emergency information during transport
TSCA Status: Listed on the US Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory
REACH Registration: Registered substance in European Union
SARA Title III: Not an Extremely Hazardous Substance, not subject to specific reporting under Sections 302 and 313
OSHA Status: Hazardous by definition under Hazard Communication Standard
Canadian DSL: Listed
Other Regulations: Always refer to local, regional, and national regulations regarding chemical handling and safety data requirements
