Product Name: Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
Synonyms: 1-Methoxy-2-Propanol, PGME
CAS Number: 107-98-2
Recommended Uses: Used as industrial solvent in paints, inks, cleaners, coatings, degreasers, adhesives
Manufacturer Identification: Commonly distributed by global chemical suppliers, always review specific company details
Emergency Phone: Local emergency number and chemical manufacturer's 24-hour contact for spills or exposures
Emergency Overview: Clear, colorless liquid, mild ether-like odor, volatile
GHS Classification: Flammable liquid (Category 3), Eye irritation (Category 2A), Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure (Category 3)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Flammable liquid and vapor, causes serious eye irritation, may cause drowsiness or dizziness
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors or mist, keep away from heat and open flames, wash skin thoroughly after handling, use with adequate ventilation, wear eye protection
Chemical Name: Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
CAS Number: 107-98-2
EC Number: 203-539-1
Purity/Concentration: Typically above 99%
Stabilizers or Impurities: Trace impurities might exist, check analytical certificate
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, keep comfortable, seek medical advice if symptoms develop or persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and rinse skin with plenty of water, wash thoroughly with soap
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing, seek medical attention if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, get medical attention if symptoms appear
Important Symptoms/Effects: Eye irritation, drowsiness, dizziness, headaches possible after heavy exposure
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Avoid direct water jet on product which may spread fire
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air, containers may explode when heated
Protection for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, chemical protective clothing
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides (CO, CO2) and formaldehyde possible under incomplete combustion
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, ventilate area, avoid breathing vapors
Protective Equipment: Splash goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, face shield, local exhaust ventilation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent run-off to sewers, surface and ground waters, notify authorities if significant spill
Cleanup Methods: Absorb with inert material (sand, earth), collect in suitable container for disposal, wash spill site with water after material pickup is complete
Reference to Other Sections: Review fire precautions and exposure control guidance
Handling: Work in well-ventilated area or use local exhaust, avoid splashing or aerosolizing, ground and bond containers during transfer to prevent static discharge, keep away from sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces
Storage: Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (oxidizing agents, acids), protect from sunlight, segregate from food and drink
Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL: 100 ppm (TWA), ACGIH TLV: 50 ppm (TWA), 100 ppm (STEL)
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation or general room ventilation to maintain airborne concentrations below exposure limits
Personal Protective Equipment: NIOSH-approved respirators for large spills or high concentrations, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile recommended), safety goggles or face shield, flame-retardant protective clothing for large-scale use
Hygiene Measures: Wash skin thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing, do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area
Appearance: Colorless liquid
Odor: Mild ether-like
Odor Threshold: 10 ppm
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: -96°C
Boiling Point: 120°C
Flash Point: 31°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: 0.41 (butyl acetate = 1)
Flammability: Flammable liquid
Upper/Lower flammability limits: 1.5%–13.1% (v/v)
Vapor Pressure: 11 mmHg at 20°C
Vapor Density: 3.1 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 0.92 at 20°C
Solubility: Completely miscible with water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Log Kow = -0.44
Auto-ignition temperature: 300°C
Decomposition Temperature: No information
Viscosity: 1.7 mPa.s at 25°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions
Reactivity: Slightly reactive under normal conditions
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, strong bases, possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Generates carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, formaldehyde under intense heating or fire
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, sparks, static discharge
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin absorption, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): 5660 mg/kg, LD50 (dermal, rabbit): 13,000 mg/kg
Inhalation Overexposure: Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea
Skin/Eye Contact: Eye irritation, mild skin irritation possible
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause dryness or cracking of skin, reversible narcosis
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence found in major studies
Other Data: Not mutagenic, not expected to cause sensitization or organ damage at typical levels of use
Toxicity: Fish LC50 (96h): 20800 mg/L (Pimephales promelas), aquatic invertebrates EC50 (48h): 23300 mg/L (Daphnia magna)
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to be readily biodegradable in the environment, high removal from water expected
Bioaccumulative Potential: Very low, low log Kow indicates low risk of bioconcentration
Mobility in Soil: High due to solubility in water, moves readily through soil
Other Adverse Effects: Not identified as hazardous to aquatic life at typical environmental concentrations, does not contain ozone-depleting substances
Product Disposal: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, and national laws, use licensed waste disposal contractor, destruction by incineration preferred
Container Disposal: Triple rinse empty containers, puncture and send to approved waste facility
Contaminated Packaging: Treat as hazardous waste
Special Precautions: Spilled material must not be flushed to sewers or waterways, avoid releases to the environment
UN Number: UN 3092
Proper Shipping Name: 1-Methoxy-2-propanol
Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquid)
Packing Group: III
Labels: Flammable Liquid
Special Precautions for User: Ensure containers remain upright, incompatible with oxidizers and acids during transit, compliance with DOT, IATA, and IMDG rules required
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant
OSHA HazCom Status: Classified as hazardous chemical
TSCA Inventory: Listed
EINECS Inventory: Listed
SARA Title III: Not subject to Section 302, Section 313 notification, subject to Section 311/312
Canadian WHMIS: B2 (Flammable Liquid), D2B (Toxic Material causing other toxic effects), listed in DSL
REACH Status: Registered for industrial and professional use
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Other Regulation: Complies with international transport and occupational regulations, users should confirm local restrictions
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