Product Name: Polypropylene Glycol (5) Butyl Ether
Chemical Formula: C11H24O4
CAS Number: 9003-13-8
Synonyms: PPG Butyl Ether, PPG-5 Butyl Ether
Recommended Uses: Used as a solvent in coatings, cleaners, and inks
Supplier Identification: Manufacturer contact details, emergency phone number, and address must be available for emergencies
GHS Classification: Not regarded as a hazardous substance under current regulations in most jurisdictions, but local policies should be checked
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin or eye irritation, ingestion can lead to discomfort
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin and eyes, do not ingest, use with adequate ventilation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark may be used on labels
Target Organs: Prolonged or repeated exposure can dry or crack skin
Chemical Identity: Polypropylene Glycol (5) Butyl Ether
Concentration: Approx. 100% as supplied
Impurities: Small traces of other glycols or byproducts possible depending on synthesis route
Ingredient Disclosure Threshold: No hazardous impurities expected above reporting limits for this substance
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, seek medical help if irritation continues
Skin Contact: Wash exposed skin with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical attention if redness or dryness develops
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, keep comfortable for breathing, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth with water, seek professional medical advice
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, irritation, possible headache if inhaled in large volumes, upset stomach with ingestion
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol foam, or water spray
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Strong water jets may spread spilled product
Specific Hazards: Vapors can be heavier than air and may travel along surfaces to distant ignition sources, combustion yields typical oxides of carbon
Protective Equipment: Firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus and turnout gear
Special Procedures: Cool tanks or containers with water spray to prevent rupture from heat exposure
Personal Precautions: Keep unprotected people away, provide adequate ventilation, avoid skin and eye contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent from entering drains, watercourses, or soil
Cleaning Methods: Absorb with inert material like vermiculite, transfer into chemical waste containers for disposal, wash spill area thoroughly after cleanup
Large Spill Cleanup: Dike spillage, contain liquid for salvage or disposal, consult regulatory authorities if a significant release
Handling: Use with local exhaust ventilation to minimize vapor exposure, avoid breathing vapors or mists, wear protective equipment as needed
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, well-ventilated place away from sources of ignition, incompatible materials include strong oxidizers
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, do not eat or smoke in work area
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established, use general safety principles
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other controls to keep worker exposure within acceptable levels
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear safety goggles or face shield, chemical-resistant gloves (such as nitrile), protective clothing as needed
Respiratory Protection: Use a NIOSH-approved respirator in areas of insufficient ventilation or if exposure limits may be exceeded
Environmental Controls: Provide containment to avoid environmental release
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, ether-like
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point/Freezing Point: About -60°C
Boiling Point: Ranges from 230 to 250°C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point: 120°C (open cup, varies with grade and test method)
Evaporation Rate: Slow, compared to water
Flammability: Combustible liquid
Vapor Pressure: Low (<1 mmHg at 20°C)
Vapor Density: Greater than air
Specific Gravity: 0.98-1.01 at 20°C
Solubility: Miscible with most organic solvents, limited solubility in water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Estimated log Pow approximately 1-2
Autoignition Temperature: 340°C
Decomposition Temperature: Not established
Viscosity: Relatively high compared to water depending on polymer length
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and recommended conditions
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions known under normal use
Conditions to Avoid: Elevated temperatures, sources of ignition, contact with strong oxidizing agents
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Burning may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, various hydrocarbons
Routes of Exposure: Skin and eye contact, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity by oral and dermal routes; LD50 (oral, rat) estimated above 2000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Slightly irritating after prolonged or repeated contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause mild, transient irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Not expected to be a respiratory sensitizer
Carcinogenicity: No components listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA as carcinogenic
Mutagenicity: No data shows significant mutagenic potential
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence of reproductive toxicity in available data
Chronic Effects: Long-term exposure could dry or crack skin, central nervous system effects very unlikely under industrial use
Ecotoxicity: Not classified as acutely toxic to aquatic organisms; fish LC50 greater than 100 mg/L over 96 hours in most tests
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to be inherently biodegradable, though rate varies with environmental conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low, due to low log Pow and rapid metabolism
Mobility in Soil: Product can migrate through soil if released in large quantities
Other Effects: Not expected to pose significant risk to aquatic life with proper use and disposal practices
Disposal Methods: Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations; incinerate or landfill only where permitted
Special Instructions: Do not pour into drains, waterways, or soil
Container Disposal: Empty containers may contain product residue; follow all label warnings even after container is empty
UN Number: Not regulated for transport under ADR/RID, IMDG, or IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Polypropylene Glycol Butyl Ether or Chemical not otherwise specified
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous for transportation
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Avoid direct contact with cargo handlers, keep containers upright and secure during transport
Global Inventory Status: Listed on TSCA (US), DSL (Canada), EINECS (Europe), AICS (Australia), ENCS (Japan), and other major inventories
OSHA Hazard Communication: Not classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations
SARA 313: Not subject to SARA Title III Section 313 reporting
California Proposition 65: Contains no chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm
Other National and International Regulations: Local workplace regulations apply regarding use and handling; waste disposal rules differ by region and must be observed
Labeling Requirements: GHS label with appropriate symbols, hazard and precautionary statements, supplier identification
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