Product name: Propylene Glycol Diacetate
Synonyms: PGDA, 1,2-Propanediol diacetate
Chemical formula: C7H12O4
CAS number: 623-84-7
EC number: 210-817-6
Molecular weight: 160.17 g/mol
Recommended uses: Solvent in inks, coatings, adhesives
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GHS classification: Eye irritation (Category 2A), Skin irritation (Category 3)
Signal word: Warning
Hazard statements: Causes serious eye irritation, causes mild skin irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary statements: Avoid eye and skin contact, wear protective equipment, wash hands after handling
Potential routes of exposure: Skin contact, eye contact, inhalation, ingestion
Symptoms: Redness, pain, irritation in eyes; possible skin dryness
Chemical name: Propylene Glycol Diacetate
Concentration: >98% by weight
Impurities: Trace amounts of acetic acid and propylene glycol
Other ingredients: None considered hazardous under GHS guidance
Eye contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical advice for persistent symptoms
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, monitor for respiratory symptoms, seek medical attention if unwell
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical advice
Most important symptoms: Eye irritation, mild skin irritation, headache or dizziness if inhaled in large quantities
Suitable extinguishing media: Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray
Unsuitable extinguishing media: Strong water jets
Specific hazards: Combustion may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and acetic acid fumes
Special protective equipment: Firefighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Advice for fire fighting: Contain firefighting runoff, cool containers exposed to fire
Personal precautions: Wear protective clothing, gloves, and eye protection
Environmental precautions: Prevent entry into waterways, drains, or soil
Methods for cleanup: Absorb with sand or inert material, collect in labeled containers for disposal
Decontamination: Wash spill area with water and detergent after removal of residue
Handling precautions: Use in well-ventilated spaces, avoid contact with eyes and skin, prevent formation of vapors
Hygiene measures: Wash hands after use, do not eat, drink, or smoke during handling
Storage conditions: Store in original, tightly closed containers, in cool, dry, and well-ventilated areas away from ignition sources
Incompatible materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizers
Safe material transfer: Use tools and equipment suitable for flammable liquids
Occupational exposure limits: No established limit in ACGIH or OSHA tables
Engineering controls: Local exhaust ventilation if vapor formation likely
Personal protective equipment: Nitrile gloves, chemical safety goggles, protective clothing
Respiratory protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirator if vapors are generated
Environmental controls: Minimize release to air and water, use closed systems where possible
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Mild, ester-like
Odor threshold: Not determined
pH: Not applicable
Melting point: <-50°C
Boiling point: 190°C
Flash point: 85°C (closed cup)
Evaporation rate: Not determined
Flammability: Combustible liquid
Vapor pressure: 0.11 mmHg at 25°C
Vapor density: 5.5 (air = 1)
Relative density: 1.09 at 20°C
Solubility: Partially miscible in water, soluble in most organic solvents
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (log Kow): 0.47
Decomposition temperature: Not determined
Viscosity: 2.6 cP at 25°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 320°C
Explosive properties: Not explosive
Oxidizing properties: Not an oxidizer
Reactivity: Stable under recommended conditions
Chemical stability: Stable at ambient temperatures and pressures
Possibility of hazardous reactions: Will not polymerize
Conditions to avoid: Excessive heat, open flames, high-energy ignition sources
Incompatible materials: Oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases
Hazardous decomposition products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acetic acid
Likely routes of exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact, ingestion
Acute toxicity: Low oral and dermal toxicity (LD50 oral rat >5000 mg/kg)
Skin corrosion/irritation: Mildly irritating
Serious eye damage/irritation: Causes moderate eye irritation
Respiratory sensitization: No data available
Skin sensitization: Not known to cause skin sensitization
Carcinogenicity: Not identified as carcinogenic
Mutagenicity: No evidence of mutagenic effects
Reproductive toxicity: No reproductive toxicity observed in studies
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic life (LC50 fish >100 mg/L, EC50 daphnia >100 mg/L)
Persistence and degradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions
Bioaccumulative potential: Low (Log Kow below 1)
Mobility in soil: High mobility, may leach into groundwater
Other adverse effects: No known significant effects or critical hazards for the environment
Waste treatment methods: Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with afterburner and scrubber, or dispose of in accordance with local and national regulations
Packaging disposal: Rinse containers before recycling or disposal, avoid disposal in landfill without proper treatment
Precautions: Prevent environmental release
UN number: Not regulated for ground transport by DOT
UN proper shipping name: Not applicable
Transport hazard class: Not classified as hazardous
Packing group: Not assigned
Special precautions: Transport in compliance with local and national rules; secure containers to prevent leaking
TSCA status: Listed on the US Toxic Substances Control Act inventory
REACH registration: Registered in the European Union
OSHA: Not specifically regulated as a hazardous chemical
SARA Title III: No components subject to reporting
California Proposition 65: This chemical is not listed as a carcinogen or reproductive toxin
Other regulations: Comply with national, state, and local regulations regarding use, handling, and disposal
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