Product Name: Propylene Glycol Methyl Ethyl Ether
Synonyms: 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, PGME
CAS Number: 34590-94-8
Recommended Use: Industrial solvent for coatings, inks, cleaners
Supplier: Refer to commercial distributor
Emergency Contact Number: Chemtrec +1-800-424-9300
Classification: Flammable liquid, eye irritant, potential reproductive hazard
Hazard Pictograms: Flame, exclamation mark
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes mild skin and eye irritation, may cause drowsiness or dizziness, suspected of damaging fertility
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors, use in well-ventilated places, wash thoroughly after handling, keep away from heat or open flame
Chemical Name: Propylene Glycol Methyl Ethyl Ether
Concentration: ≥ 99% by weight
Impurities: Water ≤ 0.5%, other glycol ethers ≤ 0.3%
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, call poison center immediately
Important Symptoms: Irritation, dizziness, headache, nausea
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Direct water stream
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixture with air
Firefighting Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear
Special Procedures: Cool containers with water spray, avoid run-off entering drains
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, ensure adequate ventilation, prevent inhalation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into waterways or sewers
Methods for Clean-Up: Absorb with inert material, collect in suitable containers, ventilate area, dispose according to regulations
Handling: Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated spaces, avoid contact with skin and eyes, keep away from ignition sources
Storage: Store tightly closed in original container, keep cool, out of direct sunlight, segregate from incompatible substances
Occupational Exposure Limits: ACGIH TLV: 100 ppm TWA, 150 ppm STEL
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, eye wash stations, safety showers
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, protective clothing, NIOSH-approved respirator for vapor or mist
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Mild, ether-like
Boiling Point: 120–125°C
Melting Point: Below -80°C
Flash Point: 42°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Moderate
Vapor Pressure: 1.1 mmHg @ 25°C
Solubility: Miscible with water
Density: 0.92 g/cm³ (20°C)
Viscosity: 1.8 mPa·s (20°C)
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal use and storage conditions
Reactivity: May react vigorously with strong oxidizers
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Formation of peroxides in presence of air
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, direct sunlight, open flames
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aldehydes
Acute Toxicity: LD50 Oral (rat): 5,300 mg/kg; LD50 Dermal (rabbit): 13,000 mg/kg
Irritation: Mild eyes and skin
Sensitization: Not classified as a sensitizer
Chronic Effects: May affect fertility or development with prolonged exposures
Symptoms: Drowsiness, headache, nausea after significant exposure
Ecotoxicity: Not expected to bioaccumulate, low acute aquatic toxicity (LC50 for fish > 1,000 mg/L)
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in water and soil
Mobility in Soil: Likely to reach ground water
Other Adverse Effects: Product contains no known ozone-depleting substances
Waste Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and federal regulations
Container Disposal: Triple rinse before recycling or disposal, do not reuse empty containers
Recommended Methods: Incinerate or landfill with licensed site
Precautions: Prevent leakage and spills during transport to disposal facility
UN Number: UN3272
Proper Shipping Name: 1-Methoxy-2-propanol
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquid)
Packing Group: III
Labels: Flammable Liquid
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant as defined by IMDG
OSHA: Covered by Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Listed in the United States
SARA 313: Not subject to reporting
WHMIS: B2, D2B
REACH (EU): Registered substance
Other: Subject to workplace air monitoring and personal protective requirements in many countries
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