Product Name: Dipropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
Synonyms: DPM, 1-(2-Methoxy-1-methylethoxy)-2-propanol
Chemical Formula: C7H16O3
CAS Number: 34590-94-8
Recommended Use: Solvent in coatings, cleaners, inks, and agricultural chemicals
Manufacturer: Contact details of supplier available on request
Emergency Phone: Emergency response information obtainable from national poison centers and firefighting organizations
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to global harmonized standards
Physical Hazards: May form combustible mixtures with air above flash point
Health Hazards: May cause irritation to eyes, skin, respiratory system on substantial or repeated exposure; ingestion may produce mild toxicity symptoms like headache or drowsiness
Labeling: Signal word ‘Warning’, avoid skin and eye contact, keep away from ignition sources, wash hands after handling
Precautionary Statements: Wear suitable gloves and eye protection, use with adequate ventilation, avoid inhalation of vapors
Hazard Statements: Can irritate eyes and skin with direct contact, may harm aquatic organisms in concentrated spillage
Chemical Name: Dipropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
Common Name: DPM
Concentration: ≥ 99% by weight
Impurities: Trace amounts of related glycol ethers and water
EC Number: 252-104-2
Molecular Weight: 162.2 g/mol
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, keep at rest and seek medical attention in case of persistent symptoms such as dizziness or breathing difficulty
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin thoroughly with soap and water; if rash develops or irritation persists, consult a physician
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water, lifting eyelids to rinse thoroughly for at least 15 minutes; consult an eye specialist if discomfort continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth safely, seek medical attention if feeling unwell; do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel
Specific Symptoms: Headache, dizziness, mild central nervous system effects in high exposures
Note for Physicians: Treat symptomatically based on patient’s condition
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet can spread product
Special Hazards: Body vapors may be heavier than air and travel along surfaces to distant ignition sources; burning material poses risk of toxic vapors including carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
Personal Protective Equipment: Firefighters require standard protective gear including self-contained breathing apparatus
Specific Methods: Cool containers exposed to heat with water spray, use non-sparking tools
Combustion Products: May generate formaldehyde, carbon oxides, and potentially irritating organic compounds
Personal Protection: Use chemical-resistant gloves, eye and face protection, avoid skin and eye contact
Protective Measures: Ensure adequate ventilation, eliminate ignition sources, keep untrained people away
Spill Cleanup: Absorb with inert non-combustible material such as sand or earth, place collected waste in proper containers for disposal
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains, watercourses, or soil in significant quantities
Reporting: Alert appropriate regulatory authorities in cases of large spills affecting public areas or waterways
Handling: Avoid breathing vapor or mist, handle in well-ventilated spaces, use proper personal protective equipment
Hygiene Recommendations: Wash hands thoroughly after managing product or spills, remove contaminated clothing promptly
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers in cool, dry, well-ventilated storage room, protect from direct sunlight and sources of heat or ignition
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents and acids
Storage Temperature: Recommended below 40°C
Packaging Materials: Use original packaging or containers compatible with organic solvents
Exposure Limits: ACGIH TLV: 100 ppm (606 mg/m³) TWA; OSHA PEL: 100 ppm (600 mg/m³) TWA
Engineering Controls: Provide local and general exhaust ventilation to control vapor or mist concentrations
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical splash goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, laboratory coat or apron
Respiratory Protection: Use approved respirators in poorly ventilated areas or during large-scale handling
Skin Protection: Impermeable gloves recommended for repeated contact, chemical-resistant footwear if risk of spills
Eye/Face Protection: Wear safety goggles or face shield to prevent eye contact with splashes
General Recommendations: Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use; launder contaminated clothing before reuse
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Mild ether-like
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: 7 (neutral)
Melting/Freezing Point: -80°C
Boiling Point: 190°C
Flash Point: 75°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Slower than n-butyl acetate
Flammability: Combustible liquid
Lower/Upper Flammability Limits: 0.9% to 13.5% (by volume in air)
Vapor Pressure: 0.3 mmHg at 20°C
Vapor Density: 5.1 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 0.95 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: Miscible with water, ethanol, and most organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): 0.56
Auto-ignition Temperature: 210°C
Decomposition Temperature: No decomposition up to boiling point
Viscosity: 3.5-4.5 mPa·s at 20°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Hazardous Reactions: Does not polymerize
Materials to Avoid: Strong alkalis, oxidizing materials, acids
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, open flames, improper storage
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, low levels of fume or organic acids in thermal breakdown scenarios
Acute Toxicity: LD50 oral (rat) > 5,000 mg/kg; LD50 dermal (rabbit) > 9,510 mg/kg
Irritation: Mild eye and skin irritant at high exposures; not a sensitizer
Inhalation: High concentrations can cause respiratory discomfort, drowsiness, or headache
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure can produce minor liver or kidney effects in laboratory species at very high exposure levels
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by NTP, IARC, or OSHA
Mutagenicity and Teratogenicity: No evidence in available studies
Routes of Exposure: Skin contact, eye contact, inhalation, ingestion
Aquatic Toxicity: Acute LC50 (fish): 10,000 mg/L (96 hr, Rainbow trout); EC50 (Daphnia): >10,000 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Primary biodegradation expected, rate dependent on environmental factors
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low, based on log Kow and water solubility
Mobility in Soil: High, disperses readily in water; unlikely to bind strongly to soil or sediment
Other Adverse Effects: Large spills can reduce oxygen transfer in aquatic systems, causing stress to aquatic life, but not considered major environmental hazard at standard industrial usage levels
Disposal Methods: Collect in approved containers for incineration or chemical disposal under local, national, and international regulations
Container Disposal: Triple rinse containers and puncture before recycling or discarding according to local requirements
Special Precautions: Avoid release to environment in uncontrolled quantities, do not mix with incompatible wastes
Regulatory Disposal Codes: Follow appropriate waste codes for glycol ethers and organic solvents as directed by disposal authority
Household Use: Small amounts can be disposed of in household waste in most regions, larger commercial users must use permitted disposal routes
UN Number: Not regulated for ground, marine, or air transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable for most transport modes
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous or hazardous for transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Marine Pollutant: No designation
Special Transport Precautions: Secure containers to prevent leaks; segregate from strong oxidizers or acids during transit; use spill containment methods if large volume shipments involved
OSHA Hazard Communication: Not regulated as hazardous under US OSHA; handle as industrial chemical
TSCA Inventory: Listed
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
EU Reach: Registered substance
SARA 313: Not subject to reporting
California Prop 65: Not listed
Other Regulatory Info: Classified and labeled according to relevant international and national guidelines; consult local rules for site-specific compliance
Workplace Exposure Standards: Follow ACGIH, OSHA, local exposure level standards and implement necessary safety practices
Label Requirements: Standard packages carry safety statements and pictograms; refer to product label for updated regulatory symbols and information
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