Product Name: Polypropylene Glycol (16) Butyl Ether
Synonyms: PPG-16 Butyl Ether
Chemical Formula: C20H42O7
CAS Number: 9003-13-8
Use: Solvent, surfactant, chemical intermediate
Manufacturer: Information available upon request
Emergency Contact: Local poison control center or company emergency number
GHS Classification: Skin and eye irritant, may cause mild respiratory discomfort
Hazard Statements: Causes moderate eye irritation, may cause skin irritation upon prolonged contact, may be harmful if swallowed in large amounts
Signal Word: Warning
Pictograms: Exclamation Mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhaling mist or vapor, use personal protection, wash exposed skin after handling
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory tract
Chemical Name: Polypropylene Glycol (16) Butyl Ether
Common Name: PPG-16 Butyl Ether
Content: More than 90% by weight
Impurities: Trace amounts of propylene oxide oligomers, possible residual glycol
Additives: None specified
Molecular Weight: Approximately 378 g/mol
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, keep rinsing. Seek medical advice if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Immediately wash skin with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. If irritation develops, get medical attention.
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. If breathing difficulty continues, seek medical advice.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel. Get medical help if unwell.
Most Important Symptoms: Mild irritation of eyes, skin, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal distress if ingested
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water fog, foam, dry chemicals, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water jet (may spread product)
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possible aldehydes or hydrocarbon fragments
Advice for Firefighters: Evacuate area, use water spray to cool containers, prevent contaminated water runoff from entering drains
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unprotected personnel, wear protective equipment including gloves, goggles, and suitable respirator
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe, avoid discharge into drains, surface water, or soil
Containment: Absorb with inert material (sand, earth), collect into suitable containers
Cleanup Methods: Use non-sparking tools, clean residual with water and detergent, dispose according to local regulations
Safe Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Prevent inhalation of vapor or mist. Always use in well-ventilated area.
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling. Wash hands after use.
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation recommended to minimize vapor exposure
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), safety goggles, apron or suitable protective clothing
Respiratory Protection: Use an approved respirator if airborne concentrations exceed exposure limits
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limit for this substance; treat like general glycol ethers
General Provisions: Provide eyewash station and emergency shower in work area
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, sweet
Boiling Point: Approximately 285°C
Melting Point: Not applicable (liquid at room temperature)
Vapor Pressure: Low at 20°C
Solubility in Water: Moderately soluble
Density: About 1.03 g/cm³ at 25°C
Viscosity: Moderately viscous
pH: Neutral
Flash Point: Above 120°C (closed cup)
Autoignition Temperature: Not easily autoignited
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions
Reactive Hazards: Not prone to hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flames, sources of ignition, incompatible substances
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, alkalis
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide on thermal decomposition, possibly small amounts of formaldehyde
Routes of Exposure: Skin, eye, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Low acute toxicity by all routes
Irritation: May cause mild eye and skin irritation
Sensitization: Not classified as a skin sensitizer
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause mild irritation
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: No evidence from available data
Reproductive Effects: No known effects on reproduction or development
Symptom Information: Eye redness, transient coughing or throat irritation if exposed to vapor, possible nausea on ingestion
Aquatic Toxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic life in typical environmental concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Moderately biodegradable
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low potential for bioaccumulation due to water solubility
Mobility in Soil: Liquid is mobile in soil and can reach groundwater
Other Ecological Effects: Product is not known to cause ozone depletion or contribute to global warming through direct release
Waste Disposal Methods: Must comply with local, regional, and national regulations. Incineration or authorized chemical waste facility is best practice.
Container Handling: Do not reuse empty packaging. Rinse thoroughly before disposal.
Avoid Release: Product and wash waters should not be released directly to sewers or the environment
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Polypropylene Glycol (16) Butyl Ether
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous under transport regulations
Packing Group: Not assigned
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Keep container upright and tightly closed during transport
OSHA Status: Not classified as hazardous under OSHA
TSCA: Listed
SARA Title III: Not subject to Section 313 reporting
REACH Status: Registered as polymer in Europe
Canada WHMIS: Not controlled product
Other Regulations: Product use may be restricted in formulations for food contact or medical applications
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