Product Name: Propylene Glycol Caprylate Caprate Diester
Chemical Family: Fatty acid diester
CAS Number: 68583-51-7
Synonyms: PGCC diester, Propylene Glycol Monocaprylate Monocaprate Ester
Recommended Use: Used as a skin conditioning agent in personal care formulations, emulsifier in food and cosmetic products, and carrier for pharmaceutical ingredients
Supplier Details: Manufacturer’s address and emergency contact information available upon request
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria
Physical State: Liquid
Color: Colorless to pale yellow
Odor: Practically odorless
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin and eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid direct contact with eyes and skin, use personal protective equipment
Signal Word: None
Potential Health Effects: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause irritation; ingestion may upset digestive tract
Environmental Hazards: Not expected to present significant hazard to aquatic environment under typical usage conditions
Chemical Identity: Propylene Glycol Caprylate Caprate Diester
Content: 100% by weight
Molecular Formula: C17-19H32-36O4
CAS Number: 68583-51-7
Impurities: None relevant for classification
Other ingredients: None present that affect hazard classification
Eye Contact: Rinse eye gently with plenty of water for several minutes, lift eyelids occasionally; seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash area thoroughly with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing; medical attention needed if irritation occurs
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; seek medical attention if coughing or shortness of breath develops
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; do not induce vomiting; seek medical advice if feeling unwell
Most Important Symptoms: Slight irritation to eyes, skin, digestive tract
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry powder, or carbon dioxide to extinguish
Specific Hazards: May emit toxic fumes under fire including carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
Special Protective Equipment: Use full protective gear and a self-contained breathing apparatus
Advice for Firefighters: Cool exposed containers with water spray to prevent heating and potential bursting
Explosion Data: Not explosive; does not present significant flammability hazard under normal storage conditions
Hazardous Combustion Products: Combustion produces carbon oxides and possibly traces of other toxic gases
Personal Precautions: Wear appropriate protective equipment including gloves, goggles, and protective clothing
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into soil, sewers and natural waterways; use absorbent materials to contain spill
Methods for Cleanup: Soak up with inert absorbent (sand, earth, vermiculite), place in suitable sealed container for disposal
Cleaning Procedures: Wash residue away with water, ventilate area to avoid slipping hazard
Special Procedures: Avoid contact with skin and eyes; ensure thorough decontamination of spill area
Precautions for Safe Handling: Use only with adequate ventilation; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling; do not eat, drink, or smoke during use; remove contaminated clothing promptly
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area; keep away from strong oxidizers and direct sunlight
Storage Temperature: Keep between 5°C and 35°C for product stability
Incompatible Materials: Avoid contact with strong acids, alkalis, and oxidizing agents
Container Requirements: Use containers made of compatible materials such as high-density polyethylene or stainless steel; regular inspection advised
Occupational Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established for this substance
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if vapor formation is possible
Respiratory Protection: No special protection needed in normal use; if mist or fumes form, use approved respirator
Hand Protection: Use chemical-resistant gloves such as nitrile or neoprene
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses or goggles to protect against splashing
Skin Protection: Wear protective clothing to minimize skin contact
General Protection: Use in areas equipped with safety showers and eyewash stations
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Faint fatty odor
Boiling Point: Approximately 300°C (572°F)
Melting Point: Less than -10°C (14°F)
Flash Point: Above 200°C (392°F) (closed cup)
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in oils and organic solvents
Density: Around 0.94 g/cm3 at 20°C
pH (as supplied): Not applicable
Viscosity: 60-120 mPa·s at 25°C
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): logP approximately 7
Vapor Pressure: Very low, negligible at room temperature
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Does not react dangerously with common materials; hazardous polymerization not expected
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, direct sunlight, strong oxidizing agents, and strong acids
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, alkalis, and oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition can yield carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and small amounts of other toxic products
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) > 2000 mg/kg; considered low toxicity by ingestion
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild, occasional irritation reported in animal studies
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Mild, transient irritation possible
Respiratory Sensitization: Not expected to cause respiratory sensitization
Skin Sensitization: Patch test data indicate low sensitization potential
Carcinogenicity: No evidence of carcinogenicity in studies reviewed
Mutagenicity: Negative in standard mutagenicity assays
Reproductive Toxicity: No known effects on fertility or fetal development
Chronic Effects: No known chronic toxicity effects in humans
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic organisms; estimated LC50 (fish, 96 hr.) > 100 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions based on OECD tests
Bioaccumulation: LogP suggests some potential for bioaccumulation, but rapid biodegradation reduces risk
Mobility in Soil: Low solubility in water; minimal leaching expected
Other Adverse Effects: Not known to cause ozone depletion or global warming potential
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Hazardous Waste Number: Not classified as hazardous waste
Precautions: Do not dispose into surface water or sewers
Container Disposal: Rinse containers thoroughly before recycling or disposal; follow local rules for container recycling
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as dangerous goods
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Environmental Hazards: Not regulated as hazardous to environment
Special Precautions for User: Ship in tightly closed, properly labeled containers; avoid excessive heat during transport
Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations: Listed on major chemical inventories such as EINECS, TSCA, DSL
SARA Title III: Not listed as a hazardous substance
California Proposition 65: Does not contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity
REACH Status: Registered or exempted from registration according to European REACH Regulation
Other Regulations: Not classified under WHMIS as hazardous; not subject to any export restrictions
Chemical Safety Assessment: Not required for this product under current EU regulations
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