Chemical Name: Polypropylene Glycol (24) Butyl Ether
Synonyms: PPG-24-Butyl Ether, Butyl Polypropylene Glycol Ether
CAS Number: 9003-13-8
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Recommended Use: Industrial solvent, intermediate for chemical formulations, additive in coatings and paints, specialty lubricants
Restrictions: Not intended for food, drug, or cosmetic applications, avoid use in consumer spray products.
GHS Classification: Eye irritation, Category 2A; Skin irritation, Category 2
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation, causes skin irritation
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands after handling, wear protective gloves and eye protection, avoid breathing vapors or mist, avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing, use outdoors or in well-ventilated area
Hazard Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Other Hazards: Can cause irritation of respiratory tract, may aggravate existing dermatitis or asthma, slippery when spilled
Chemical Identity: Polypropylene Glycol (24) Butyl Ether
Molecular Formula: C3H8O (C3H6O)24-C4H9O
Content: >98% pure
Impurities: Trace propylene oxide, byproduct alcohols & glycols (<1%)
CAS Number: 9003-13-8
EC Number: Polymer, not listed
Other Ingredients: None reported
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, support breathing as needed, get medical attention if symptoms persist such as headache or dizziness
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with plenty of soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical attention for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, hold eyelids open and flush, seek medical attention if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention especially in case of large ingestion or if a feeling of nausea appears
Symptoms: Redness, stinging or burning of skin and eyes, mild cough, gastric discomfort
Advice for Doctors: Treat symptomatically
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, alcohol resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet can spread product
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, low molecular weight organic compounds
Special Protective Equipment: Wear full protective clothing, use self-contained breathing apparatus
Fire Fighting Instructions: Cool containers with water spray, use water fog to knock down vapors, prevent water run-off from entering drains
Specific Fire Hazards: Vapors heavier than air, possible accumulation in confined spaces
Personal Precautions: Avoid skin and eye contact, provide adequate ventilation, evacuate unnecessary personnel, use protective gloves, goggles, and impermeable aprons
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, rivers, or ground water, contain spillage with sand or absorbent
Spill Cleanup Methods: Absorb with inert material such as sand or universal absorbent pads, collect waste in suitable containers, wash spill area with water and detergent, ventilate area
Disposal: Place contaminated materials in approved containers for disposal as chemical waste
Handling: Avoid breathing vapors, avoid direct contact with eyes and skin, keep containers tightly closed when not in use, use with adequate ventilation, do not eat or drink while handling
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, remove contaminated clothing, avoid smoking in area
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources, keep away from oxidizing agents and acids, keep containers closed, store in suitable chemical resistant containers
Storage Temperature: 5°C - 35°C recommended
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established OSHA or ACGIH exposure limits
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if vapor or mist generated
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), safety glasses or goggles, impermeable apron or lab coat
Respiratory Protection: If ventilation inadequate, use organic vapor/particulate respirator
Environmental Controls: Prevent product from entering drains or watercourses, use spill containment where appropriate
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale liquid
Odor: Slight, characteristic odor
pH: 5.5 – 7.5 (solution in water)
Melting Point: Near -35°C
Boiling Point: Above 200°C
Flash Point: Approximately 124°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Very slow
Flammability: Not classified as flammable liquid
Vapor Pressure: <0.01 mmHg at 25°C
Density: 1.01 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: Miscible with water, soluble in many organic solvents
Viscosity: Approximately 175–225 cP at 25°C
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: 320°C
Decomposition Temperature: >230°C
Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage
Conditions to Avoid: Sources of ignition, strong oxidizers, extreme heat, strong acids
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents (peroxides, nitrates), strong acids, acid chlorides
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, acrid smoke, low molecular weight aldehydes
Polymerization: Not expected under normal handling, avoid contamination with incompatible substances
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity based on available data
Oral LD50 (rat): >4000 mg/kg
Inhalation LC50 (rat): Not established
Dermal LD50 (rabbit): >3000 mg/kg
Eye Contact: Causes irritation, possible redness, watering
Skin Contact: May cause mild irritation, dryness with repeated contact
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure may aggravate skin and eye conditions, not classified as carcinogenic
Sensitization: No evidence of skin sensitization from studies
Other Information: Not mutagenic, not teratogenic, not expected to be reprotoxic.
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic life, LC50 (fish, 96 hr) >100 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in water and soil by standard tests
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low, expected to have low Kow due to polyether structure
Mobility in Soil: High water solubility, leaching possible
Other Effects: Does not deplete ozone, not classified as PBT or vPvB
Aquatic Impact: Excessive discharge into water bodies may contribute to oxygen demand.
Disposal Methods: Dispose at approved chemical waste facility, incineration recommended where permitted, follow local regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Clean containers before recycling or disposal, do not re-use containers for other chemicals
Precautions: Avoid release into environment, control spills and leaks, notify authorities if significant release occurs
RCRA Status: Not a hazardous waste under US regulations but dispose as industrial waste
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous goods
Packing Group: Not assigned
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Protect containers from physical damage, avoid transport with incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers, ensure closures tightly secured during transit
Shipping Instructions: Use secondary containment for bulk shipments, use labels for chemical handling as recommended by OSHA and GHS standards
TSCA: Listed on US Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
REACH (Europe): Polymer exempt, monomers registered
OSHA: Not classified as hazardous chemical under US Hazard Communication Standard
SARA Title III: Not listed as extremely hazardous or as toxic chemical
California Proposition 65: Contains no chemicals known to state of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity
Other International Regulations: Australia AICS, China IECSC, Japan ENCS—listed or polymer exempt
Labeling Requirements: Compliant with GHS standards; clear hazard identification and precaution labeling recommended
Workplace Classification: Handle as industrial chemical with standard workplace hazard controls in place
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