Product Name: Dipropylene Glycol Butoxy Ether
CAS Number: 29911-28-2
Synonyms: DPGME, 2-(2-butoxypropoxy)propanol
Manufacturer: [Company Data, omit for user privacy]
Recommended Use: Solvent in cleaning products, coatings, inks, and textiles
Contact Information: Emergency telephone numbers and addresses come from safety protocols on site.
Classification: Eye irritation Category 2A; skin irritation Category 3; not classified as a carcinogen
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes eye irritation, may cause mild skin irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands after handling, avoid contact with eyes or skin, use with adequate ventilation, wear protection as recommended.
Chemical Name: Dipropylene Glycol Butoxy Ether
Concentration: ≥99% by weight
Common Impurities: Small percentages of dipropylene glycol monomethyl ether or water
Other Ingredients: None, not considered trade secret
Molecular Formula: C10H22O4
Molecular Weight: 206.28 g/mol
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contacts, continue rinsing, get medical attention for persistent irritation
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water; remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse; seek medical advice if irritation develops
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; monitor for symptoms like headache or dizziness; get medical attention if feeling unwell
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting unless instructed by a poison control center; seek medical help for large amounts or if symptoms appear
Most Important Symptoms: Eye and mild skin irritation; central nervous system symptoms rare in occupational settings
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Direct stream of water might spread spills
Specific Hazards: Vapors can form explosive mixtures with air in hot environments, thermal decomposition produces carbon oxides
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Firefighting Instructions: Stay upwind, avoid breathing vapors, prevent runoff from entering sewers or waterways
Personal Precautions: Use protective clothing, gloves, and eye protection; evacuate unnecessary personnel from spill area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, ditches, or waterways
Cleanup Methods: Contain spill with absorbent material, scoop up and transfer to appropriate waste container, ventilate area
Decontamination: Wash area with plenty of water and detergent, dispose of cleanup materials according to local regulations
Safe Handling: Work in well-ventilated areas, keep container closed when not in use, avoid breathing vapors or mists
Avoid: Incompatible materials including strong oxidizers and acids
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place; keep containers tightly sealed; avoid direct sunlight
Packaging Materials: Use corrosion-resistant containers to minimize risk of leaks or contamination
Occupational Exposure Limits: No OSHA PEL established; ACGIH recommends limiting inhalation exposure due to potential irritation
Engineering Controls: Ventilation systems such as local exhaust or general dilution
PPE for Eyes: Safety glasses with side shields or goggles
PPE for Skin: Chemical-resistant gloves
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirators if ventilation is insufficient or if airborne concentrations are excessive
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using the product; wash thoroughly after handling
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Slight ether-like odor
Odor Threshold: Data not available in published references
pH: No data for pure compound in water
Melting Point: -80 °C
Boiling Point: 230 to 235 °C
Flash Point: 104 °C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Slower than water
Flammability: Combustible liquid
Vapor Pressure: 0.02 mmHg at 20 °C
Vapor Density: 7.1 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 0.95 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Solubility: Miscible with water and many organic solvents
Partition Coefficient: log Kow ~ 0
Autoignition Temperature: About 210 °C
Decomposition Temperature: Above 250 °C
Viscosity: About 5 mPa.s at 25 °C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Not reactive under normal use scenarios
Hazardous Reactions: May react vigorously with strong oxidizers, acids or alkalis
Decomposition Products: Produces carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide under thermal stress
Incompatibility: Aluminum at high temperatures, strong acids and bases
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): >2000 mg/kg; LD50 (dermal, rabbit): >2000 mg/kg
Chronic Effects: No evidence of long-term toxicity in animal studies at occupational levels
Skin Irritation: Mild, temporary redness possible
Eye Irritation: Causes irritation or discomfort
Respiratory Effects: High concentrations or inadequate ventilation cause headache, dizziness
Carcinogenicity: No components listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity and Reproductive Harm: Not expected from available data
Sensitization: No data suggesting risk
Aquatic Toxicity: LC50 (fish, 96 hr): >100 mg/L; EC50 (Daphnia, 48 hr): >100 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in standard screening tests
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low, log Kow around 0 discourages accumulation in tissue
Mobility in Soil: Expected to move easily through soil due to high solubility
Other Adverse Effects: Overspills in water may cause short-term local hazards; no long-term impact noted at normal doses
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose by incineration in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse thoroughly, offer containers for recycling if possible
Special Precautions: Do not dump into drains or environment; collect and offer to licensed waste disposal company
Landfill Limitations: Consider regulatory constraints and risk of leaching
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous goods for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Dipropylene Glycol Butoxy Ether
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: None required
Special Precautions: Prevent leaks during transit, avoid container rupture from impact or heat
Environmental Hazards: The product poses minimal risk under normal transport conditions
TSCA Inventory: Listed
REACH Registration: Registered or pre-registered in the EU
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting
California Prop 65: Not listed
OSHA Hazard Communication: Hazardous chemical
Label Requirements: Comply with applicable national, state, and local regulations
Other National Listings: Check with country's chemical inventory and workplace safety regulations
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