Product Name: Polypropylene glycolmonooctyl ether
Synonyms: PPG-mono-octyl ether, Octyl polyoxypropylene glycol ether
CAS Number: 9038-95-3
Recommended Use: Surfactant used in chemical and industrial applications
Supplier: Chemical distribution companies, industrial chemical suppliers
Emergency Contact Phone: Refer to chemical supplier’s emergency phone line listed on shipping documents
Product Code: As specified by supplier
Manufacturer Address: Refer to SDS provided by chemical source
Classification: Eye irritant (Category 2A), Skin irritant (Category 2), Aquatic toxicity (Category 3)
GHS Label Elements: Exclamation mark symbol, Warning text
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation. Causes skin irritation. May cause long-lasting harmful effects to aquatic life.
Precautionary Statements: Prevent contact with eyes or skin. Wear suitable gloves and eye protection. Avoid release to the environment. If exposed, rinse skin or eyes with water.
Potential Health Effects: Short-term skin or eye contact may cause moderate to strong irritation. Inhalation exposure to vapors or mists can lead to respiratory discomfort. Accidental ingestion may lead to gastrointestinal upset.
Signal Word: Warning
NFPA Rating: Health: 2; Flammability: 1; Reactivity: 0
Chemical Name: Polypropylene glycolmonooctyl ether
CAS Number: 9038-95-3
Purity: Typically ranges from 95% to 99%
Impurities: Low-weight polyoxypropylene glycols, residual octanol
Molecular Formula: C11H24O2 (base structure), with polymeric extension
Molecular Weight: Variable, depending on degree of polymerization (commonly between 400 and 1000 Da)
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes, hold eyelids open, remove contacts if present and easy. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Get medical help for persistent irritation or blistering.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep breathing normally. If breathing problems develop, consult a doctor.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water without swallowing. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by medical staff. Get medical attention if feeling unwell.
Extinguishing Media: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, water spray, carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: May generate toxic fumes under fire (carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aldehydes, smoke)
Protective Equipment: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing for large fires
Fire-Fighting Instructions: Stay upwind, avoid breathing vapors, cool containers with water spray to prevent rupture. Remove inventory from vicinity if safe.
Personal Protection: Put on chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and adequate skin coverage
Spill Cleanup Methods: Absorb with inert material such as sand, earth, or vermiculite
Environmental Protection: Prevent liquid from reaching drains, waterways, or soil
Handling Procedure: Collect residue in chemical waste container for proper disposal. Ventilate area after cleanup.
Decontamination: Wash affected spill zone with plenty of water after removal of material.
Safe Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid skin or eye contact, wear proper personal protective gear
Storage Requirements: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated location. Keep tightly sealed in original container. Protect from direct sunlight and sources of ignition.
Incompatible Materials: Avoid acids, oxidizers, and strong alkalis. Empty containers can still pose risk: handle with caution.
Specific Practices: Label container clearly, avoid working alone in lab or warehouse.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established OSHA or ACGIH limit, handle under conditions minimizing exposure
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust recommended in confined spaces, use splash guards
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH-approved respirators for high concentrations or vapor
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or face shield
Skin Protection: Impervious gloves (e.g., nitrile), long sleeves, lab coat
Hygiene Measures: Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink, or smoke near material.
Appearance: Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, slightly sweet
pH: 5–8 (5% solution in water)
Boiling Point: >200 °C (varies with molecular weight)
Melting Point: < -10 °C
Flash Point: >100 °C (closed cup, varies with grade)
Solubility: Soluble in water and most organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Low (below 0.01 mm Hg at 20 °C)
Density: 0.92–1.01 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Viscosity: 30–200 mPas, depending on average molecular size
Partition Coefficient (log Pow): Expected between 2 and 4 (literature values, if available)
Chemical Stability: Stable at normal ambient temperatures and pressures
Hazardous Decomposition: Thermal decomposition releases carbon monoxide/co2, potentially low molecular aldehydes
Incompatible Reactions: Contact with strong oxidizers or mineral acids
Polymerization Risks: Not known to polymerize further under standard conditions
Other Hazards: Heat or flame may increase pressure in sealed containers
Likely Routes of Exposure: Dermal, ocular, inhalation, ingestion
Skin Irritation: Moderate irritation observed in animal studies
Eye Irritation: Causes irritation and redness, may result in conjunctivitis
Acute Toxicity (Oral, Rat): LD50 > 2,000 mg/kg
Acute Toxicity (Dermal, Rabbit): LD50 > 2,000 mg/kg
Chronic Effects: No reliable evidence for genotoxicity, carcinogenicity, or reproductive toxicity in available studies
Sensitization: Not a known skin sensitizer, rare cases of allergic reaction reported
Symptoms of Exposure: Redness, irritation, discomfort, headache, nausea if large inhaled doses
Target Organs: No data indicating systemic organ effects from normal use
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects; Daphnia EC50 in range of 10–100 mg/L
Persistence: Slow biodegradability according to OECD 301 method
Bioaccumulation: Limited potential, low log Pow
Mobility: Readily soluble, may reach groundwater if released in bulk
Aquatic Effects: Overexposure can impair small invertebrates and algae in aquatic settings
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of product and contaminated materials in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Empty thoroughly and triple-rinse before recycling or disposal
Disposal Precautions: Never pour unused material down the drain or into surface water
Preferred Disposal: Incineration at licensed chemical waste facility
EPA Waste Number: No specific RCRA listing; classify based on contamination
UN Number: Not regulated as a dangerous good under most national and international transport regulations
Proper Shipping Name: Polypropylene glycolmonooctyl ether, not dangerous for transport by road, sea, or air
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Special Precautions: Prevent spillage during transfer, avoid transport with incompatible chemicals
Label Requirements: No hazard label required for standard shipments
TSCA Inventory Status: Listed
REACH Registration: Polymer registration exemptions may apply in EU; confirm with supplier
OSHA: Not specifically regulated, general chemical safety standards apply
WHMIS (Canada): Listed as hazardous according to criteria
SARA Title III / EPCRA: Not a listed Extremely Hazardous Substance
California Proposition 65: Not listed as a known carcinogen or reproductive toxin
Other Regulatory Status: Product must be handled in compliance with country-specific chemical control laws
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