Product Name: 3-[(2-Ethylhexyl)oxy]-1,2-propanediol
Chemical Formula: C11H24O3
CAS Number: 15520-05-5
Synonyms: Ethylhexyl glyceryl ether, EHG
Recommended Use: Solvent, cosmetic emulsifier, surfactant, skin conditioning agent
Supplier Details: Name, address, and contact of the supplier or manufacturer
Emergency Phone: Number for 24-hour assistance and reporting spills, leaks, or accidents
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS standards
Main Hazards: Eye irritation, mild skin irritation, possible allergic response with prolonged exposure
Label Elements: No symbol or signal word required under GHS
Precautionary Statements: Wash exposed areas thoroughly after handling, avoid contact with eyes, keep out of reach of children, store away from food and drink
Potential Health Effects: May cause stinging or watering of eyes, redness or irritation of skin in sensitive individuals, can cause mild respiratory discomfort if inhaled as an aerosol
Chemical Name: 3-[(2-Ethylhexyl)oxy]-1,2-propanediol
Content: More than 99% by weight
Impurities: Trace glycols or related by-products less than 1%
Other Additives: Not present
Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical advice if rash occurs
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, keep at rest, provide oxygen if breathing becomes difficult, call for medical help if symptoms last
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, drink small quantities of water for dilution, do not induce vomiting, consult a doctor as soon as possible
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water mist
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet that can spread burning liquid
Special Hazards: Emits carbon oxides under fire conditions, combustible but not highly flammable, no unusual reactivity with firefighting agents
Protective Equipment: Wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus, use standard procedures for chemical fires
Personal Precautions: Use appropriate personal protective gear such as chemical-resistant gloves and goggles, avoid direct contact and inhalation, ensure adequate ventilation in the area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, surface waters, and soil, use booms or absorbent materials to limit spread
Methods for Clean-Up: Absorb with sand, earth, or suitable inert material, scoop up and place in approved containers for disposal, wash spill site thoroughly with water after material removal
Safe Handling Advice: Wear protective gloves and eye protection during transfer or mixing, avoid splashing or direct contact, do not eat, drink or smoke in areas where this chemical is used, practice good industrial hygiene
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, keep container tightly closed, protect from direct sunlight and freezing temperatures, separate from oxidizing substances and acids
Packing Material: Use original packaging or approved poly or steel drums
Control Parameters: No established workplace exposure limits, minimize aerosol or vapor formation
Engineering Controls: Work in areas with proper exhaust ventilation, install eyewash stations and safety showers where used
Personal Protective Equipment: Use nitrile or neoprene gloves, chemical splash goggles or face shield, lab coat or chemical-resistant apron, use a particulate respirator if mist is generated
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands, face, and forearms after exposure, launder contaminated clothing before reuse
Appearance: Clear to slightly yellowish liquid
Odor: Mild, faint sweet
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Approx. neutral (6.5 - 7.5 at 1% solution)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Below 0°C
Boiling Point/Range: Approx. 152 - 155°C at 13 mbar
Flashpoint: Over 160°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not rapid compared to water
Flammability: Not flammable under normal conditions
Vapor Pressure: Low at room temperature
Solubility: Partially soluble in water, miscible with many organic solvents
Density: 0.96 - 0.98 g/cm³ at 20°C
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Estimated around 2-3
Chemical Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage
Possible Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with strong oxidizers, acids, may form hazardous vapors or decomposition products at elevated temperature
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, other harmful vapors possible on burning
Incompatibility: Avoid contact with strong acids, bases, and oxidizing materials
Conditions to Avoid: Open flames, high heat, contact with incompatible substances
Likely Routes of Exposure: Skin and eye contact, inhalation in poorly ventilated areas, ingestion
Symptoms: Local irritation, stinging, slight redness, possible mild headache or dizziness if vapor inhaled
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 in rats > 2000 mg/kg, considered practically non-toxic
Skin and Eye Irritation: Possible mild irritant in sensitive individuals
Chronic Effects: No known serious chronic toxicity, not a known carcinogen, mutagen, or reproductive toxin under current evaluations
Sensitization: May cause dermatitis after repeated or prolonged exposure
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Preexisting skin conditions, allergies
Aquatic Toxicity: Not classified as hazardous to aquatic organisms at typical use levels, LC50 in fish greater than 100 mg/l
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable, breaks down by microbial action in soil and water
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low-to-moderate risk, does not strongly accumulate in aquatic organisms
Mobility in Soil: Moves with surface water but binds moderately to organic matter
Other Effects: Excessive release may pose risk to small aquatic life-forms if undiluted
Waste Treatment Methods: Incinerate in approved facility or dispose at licensed chemical waste site, do not pour into sewer systems or natural waters
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse thoroughly, send for landfill or recycling according to local regulations
Sewage Disposal: Avoid, as breakdown can overload water treatment systems
UN Number: Not regulated as a hazardous material
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Sea and Air Transport: No special classification or restrictions for shipment
Environmental Hazard: Not considered a marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Avoid freezing or overheating during transport, keep container upright and sealed
TSCA Inventory: Listed
EU REACH Status: Registered or pre-registered
OSHA Standard: Not subject to specific occupational standards
WHMIS Classification: Not controlled
SARA 313: Not listed
DSL Status (Canada): Included
Labelling Requirements: Standard chemical safety labeling for information and handling
Restrictions: None known under current legislation
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