Product Identification

Product Name

Ethyldiglycol acetate

Synonyms

2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethyl acetate
Carbitol acetate
Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate
Ethyldiglycolacetate

CAS

112-15-2

Formula

C8H16O4

Molecular Weight

176.21

EINECS

203-940-1

RTECS

KK8925000

RTECS Class

Primary Irritant

Merck

13,1809

Beilstein/Gmelin

1764643

Beilstein Reference

3-02-00-00308

EC Class

irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless liquid. Slight odor.

Solubility in water

Soluble

Melting Point

-25

Boiling Point

210

Vapor Pressure

0.1 (20 C)

Density

1.0114 g/cm3 (20 C)

Partition Coefficient

.36

Heat Of Vaporization

45.8 kJ/mol

Usage

Solvent for coatings & lacquers, printing inks.

Vapor Density

6.07

Refractive Index

1.423 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Wash mouth out with water. Get medical aid if irritation or symptoms occur.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. If irritation develops, get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. No special precautions indicated.

Handling

Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36

EC Safety Phrase

S 24 26

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Exposure Effects

The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated.

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

88

Autoignition

310

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Will burn if involved in a fire. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.

Upper exp. limit

19.4

Lower exp. limit

1.5

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

1

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code

2918 90 90