Product Name: Dipropylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether
Chemical Formula: C8H18O3
CAS Number: 151-97-0
Recommended Use: Solvent for paints, coatings, inks, and detergents
Supplier: Chemical supply companies and distributors
Address: Provided by manufacturer
Emergency Contact: Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300 (USA), or local emergency response numbers
Synonyms: DPGME, Ethoxypropanol
Product Code: Specific to manufacturer label
Revision Date: Listed on manufacturer’s certificate
Classification: Eye Irritant (Category 2A), Not classified as hazardous for other acute effects
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation. May cause mild skin irritation. Inhalation of vapors may cause respiratory discomfort.
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands after handling. Avoid breathing mist or vapors. Wear eye and face protection.
Hazard Pictogram: Exclamation mark (GHS07)
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Pre-existing skin, respiratory, or eye conditions
Chemical Name: Dipropylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether
Common Name: DPGME
Concentration: 100% by weight
CAS Number: 151-97-0
Impurities: Trace levels of isomers or related glycols, not expected to contribute to risk
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air. Seek medical advice if symptoms persist. Provide oxygen if breathing becomes difficult.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with plenty of water. Seek medical attention for irritation or allergic response.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get prompt medical attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel. Seek medical attention if feeling unwell.
Most Important Symptoms: Eye redness and pain, skin dryness or cracking, respiratory tract irritation.
Medical Attention/Special Treatment: Treat symptomatically, supportive care recommended.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or CO2.
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jets may spread liquid.
Specific Hazards: Combustion forms carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and irritant gases.
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Fire Fighting Procedures: Isolate area, cool containers with water spray, avoid inhaling combustion products.
Explosion Data: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air above flash point.
Flash Point: 96°C (205°F) closed cup
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 215°C (419°F)
Flammable Limits: Lower: 1.5%, Upper: 16% (by volume in air)
Personal Precautions: Ventilate area. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Use appropriate personal protective equipment.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements, or confined areas.
Methods for Containment: Contain spill with absorbent materials (sand, earth, or commercial absorbent).
Cleanup Procedures: Collect materials for proper disposal. Wash residual area with water.
Spill Response Equipment: Gloves, safety glasses, chemical-resistant apron, absorbent pads.
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas. Avoid breathing vapors. Prevent formation of aerosols. Avoid ingestion and prolonged skin contact.
Other Precautions: Keep away from sources of ignition, no smoking.
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Protect from sunlight and incompatible materials.
Incompatibles: Strong acids, strong oxidizers, reactive metals.
Stability During Storage: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Exposure Limits: ACGIH TLV: Not established for this compound.
Engineering Controls: Ensure good ventilation or local exhaust at workplace.
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses with side shields or chemical goggles. Use chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene).
Respiratory Protection: Required in poorly ventilated areas or for high concentrations, use NIOSH-approved respirator.
Skin Protection: Protective clothing recommended to prevent skin contact.
Hygienic Practices: Wash hands after handling. Keep contaminated clothing away from living quarters.
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Mild, ether-like odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Not available
Melting Point: -80°C (-112°F)
Boiling Point: 201°C (394°F) at 101.3 kPa
Flash Point: 96°C (205°F)
Evaporation Rate: 0.1 (n-butyl acetate = 1)
Flammability: Not highly flammable, but can burn
Vapor Pressure: 0.2 mmHg at 20°C
Vapor Density: 4.6 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 0.95 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: Fully miscible with water
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): 0.56
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 215°C (419°F)
Decomposition Temp: Not specified
Viscosity: 6.6 mPa·s at 20°C
Chemical Stability: Chemically stable under recommended conditions.
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, sparks, open flames, incompatible materials.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, alkali metals.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and small quantities of other organic compounds under combustion.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Acute Toxicity (Oral): LD50 (rat): > 5,000 mg/kg
Acute Toxicity (Dermal): LD50 (rabbit): > 2,000 mg/kg
Inhalation: No data available on acute inhalation toxicity. Mist exposure may cause mild respiratory irritation.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild skin irritation. No evidence of significant hazard under normal use.
Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes serious eye irritation.
Chronic Effects: Not listed as carcinogenic. Prolonged exposure may cause reversible effects on liver and kidney at high doses in animals.
Sensitization: Not expected to cause sensitization.
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: No evidence in laboratory studies.
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence in available data.
Aquatic Toxicity: Low toxicity for aquatic animals. EC50 (Daphnia): >1,000 mg/L (48h)
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to be readily biodegradable. 68% degraded in 28 days (OECD 301E).
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low based on log Kow.
Mobility in Soil: High mobility due to water solubility.
Other Adverse Effects: Not classified as dangerous for the environment under GHS.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, surface water, and soil.
Waste Treatment Methods: Incinerate material according to federal, state, and local requirements.
Disposal of Containers: Triple rinse, then offer container for recycling or disposal in accordance with local regulations.
Precautions for Disposal: Do not pour into sewers or waterways.
Recommendation: Handle waste as hazardous due to solvent content. Use licensed chemical waste contractor for larger quantities.
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions for User: Avoid transport with incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed.
Transport Labels and Documentation: No special labeling required under current regulations.
OSHA Hazard Communication: Meets criteria for irritant
TSCA (USA): Listed
DSL (Canada): Listed
WHMIS Classification: D2B - Toxic Material Causing Other Toxic Effects
EPA SARA 313: Not subject to reporting
REACH (EU): Substance registered, not classified as hazardous
California Proposition 65: Not listed
International Inventories: Included on AICS (Australia), EINECS/ELINCS (Europe), ENCS (Japan), KECI (Korea), PICCS (Philippines), IECSC (China), NZIoC (New Zealand)
Label Elements: Eye irritant symbol as per GHS
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