Product Name: Dipropylene Glycol Ethyl Ether
Synonyms: DPGEE
Chemical Formula: C8H18O3
CAS Number: 1569-02-4
Recommended Uses: Solvent in coatings, cleaners, printing inks, and chemical processing
Manufacturer Contact: Name, address, phone, emergency contact number provided by supplier
Physical State: Colorless liquid with mild odor
Classification: Eye irritant (Category 2A), not classified for acute toxicity or flammability under GHS
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statement: Causes serious eye irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes, use proper separation of storage, keep container tightly closed, wash hands thoroughly after handling
Chemical Name: Dipropylene Glycol Ethyl Ether
Purity: ≥ 98%
Other Ingredients: Water (<1%), trace stabilizers or process impurities
CAS Number: 1569-02-4
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for 15 minutes, remove contact lenses, seek medical attention if irritation continues
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with soap and water
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, give oxygen if breathing becomes difficult, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth, seek medical attention
Acute Symptoms: Eye redness, watering, skin discomfort, headache if vapor is inhaled
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Fire and Explosion Hazards: Vapors are heavier than air and can travel; may ignite if exposed to open flame or hot surfaces
Protective Equipment: Firefighters use self-contained breathing apparatus, protective clothing, avoid run-off entering drains
Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, small organic compounds
Personal Protection: Avoid inhalation and skin contact, wear gloves, splash goggles, suitable respirator in confined spaces
Spill Containment: Dike area to limit spread, absorb with inert material (sand, earth), collect in chemical waste container
Cleanup Methods: Ventilate area, wash spill site after material pickup
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into waterways, drains, or soil
Handling Precautions: Use with adequate ventilation, avoid aerosol formation, wash thoroughly after handling
Safe Storage: Store in sealed, labeled containers, away from ignition sources, direct sunlight, acids, or oxidizing agents
Storage Requirements: Cool, dry, well-ventilated place, secondary containment recommended
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizers
Exposure Limits: No established OSHA PEL, ACGIH TLV or NIOSH REL; maintain at lowest feasible exposure
Engineering Controls: Mechanical ventilation, eyewash stations, proper fume hoods
Personal Protection: Safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or latex), protective workplace clothing, use of NIOSH-approved respirator during high exposure or spraying
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating or using restroom, do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Mild, ether-like
Boiling Point: 202°C (396°F)
Flash Point: 96°C (205°F) (Closed Cup)
Vapor Pressure: 0.1 mmHg at 25°C
Solubility: Completely miscible with water
Density: 0.95 g/cm³ at 20°C
Viscosity: 4.2 mPa·s at 25°C
pH: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures
Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with strong acids, oxidizers
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possible irritating fumes
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flames, strong oxidizers, acidic or basic conditions
Polymerization: Not expected
Routes of Exposure: Eyes, skin, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Effects: Eye irritation, mild skin irritation; high vapor concentrations may cause headache, dizziness
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking
LD50 (Oral, Rat): 4,330 mg/kg
LD50 (Dermal, Rabbit): >2,000 mg/kg
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity: No reliable data indicating mutagenic effects
Reproductive Toxicity: No known effects
Aquatic Toxicity: Low acute toxicity to aquatic life (LC50 for fish >100 mg/L)
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to biodegrade readily
Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility: High mobility in soil due to water solubility
Hazard to Sewage Treatment: Low risk to treatment plants
Waste Treatment: Dispose of through licensed chemical waste disposal contractor
Container Disposal: Triple rinse, puncture and send to recycler or approved landfill
Regulations: Do not release to water courses, avoid landfill disposal whenever possible, follow federal, state, and local regulations
UN Number: Not regulated
Shipping Name: Not classified as dangerous goods under DOT, ADR, IMDG, or IATA
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Environmental Hazard: Not a marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Prevent leakage during transport, ensure containers remain sealed and upright
TSCA: Listed on the U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act inventory
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
REACH (EU): Registered and compliant
SARA Title III: Section 313 not regulated
California Prop 65: Not known to contain chemicals subject to warning
Other Regulation: Observe all national and regional regulations for handling and storage
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