International Chemical Safety Cards

PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER ACETATE ICSC: 0800
PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER ACETATE
1-Methoxy-2-acetoxypropane
Acetic acid, 2-methoxy-1-methylethyl ester
1,2-Propanediol monomethyl ether acetate
1-Methoxy-2-propanol acetate
C6H12O3 / CH3CH(OCOCH3)CH2OCH3
Molecular mass: 132.2
CAS # 108-65-6
RTECS # AI8925000
ICSC # 0800
UN # 1993
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Flammable.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
Alcohol-resistant foam, powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 42░C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 42░C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
EXPOSURE


  • INHALATION
    		• Cough. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Nausea. Sore throat.
    		Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Dry skin.
    		Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
    		Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
  • EYES
    		• Redness. Pain.
    		Safety spectacles, face shield, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Abdominal pain. Diarrhoea. Unconsciousness.
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rest. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
    		Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Dry.

    UN Hazard Class: 3
    UN Packing Group: III
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0800 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

    International Chemical Safety Cards

    PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER ACETATE ICSC: 0800

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     COLOURLESS, HYGROSCOPIC LIQUID , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.




    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     Reacts with strong oxidants.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV not established.
    MAK: 50 ppm; 275 mg/m3; (1996)


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
    The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour or its aerosol and by ingestion.

    INHALATION RISK:
     A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20░C.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes and the respiratory tract. Exposure at high level may result in central nervous system depression.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     The liquid defats the skin.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 146░C
    Relative density (water = 1): 0.96
    Solubility in water, g/100 ml: 19.8
    Vapour pressure, kPa at 20░C: 0.5
    		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.6
    Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20░C (air = 1): 1.02
    Flash point: 42░C c.c.
    Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.5-7.0 at 200░C
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    N O T E S
    Technical product may contain impurities which may change toxic properties. Insufficient data are available on the effect of this substance on human health, therefore utmost care must be taken. Arcosolv PM acetate and Dowanol PGMA glycol ether acetate are trade names.
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-30G35
    NFPA Code: H0; F2; R0;
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0800 PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER ACETATE
    © IPCS, CEC, 1993
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