Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether
- 2-Butoxyethanol
- Butyl cellusolve
- Butyl glycol
- Butyl oxitol
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether | |
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| Formula | C4H9OCH2CH2OH |
| Structure | |
| Description | Colorless liquid with a weak, pleasant, sweet, ester odor. |
| Uses | In hydraulic fluids. |
| Registry Numbers and Inventories. | |
| CAS | 111-76-2 |
| EC (EINECS/ELINCS) | 203-905-0 |
| EC Index Number | 603-014-00-0 |
| EC Class | Harmful; Irritant |
| EC Risk Phrase | R 20/21/22 36/38 |
| EC Safety Phrase | S 36/37 46 |
| RTECS | KJ8575000 |
| RTECS class | Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Primary Irritant |
| UN (DOT) | 2369 |
| Merck | 13,1558 |
| Beilstein/Gmelin | 1732511 |
| Beilstein Reference | 4-01-00-02380 |
| EPA OPP | 11501 |
| Swiss Giftliste 1 | G-1334 |
| Canada DSL/NDSL | DSL |
| US TSCA | Listed |
| Austrailia AICS | Listed |
| New Zealand | Listed |
| Japan ENCS (MITI) | Listed |
| Korea ECL | Listed |
| Properties. | |
| Formula | C6H14O2 |
| Formula mass | 118.18 |
| Melting point, °C | -70 |
| Boiling point, °C | 171 |
| Vapor pressure, mmHg | 0.8 (20 C) |
| Vapor density (air=1) | 4.1 |
| Saturation Concentration | 0.1% at 20 C |
| Evaporization number | 0.07 (butyl acetate = 1) |
| Critical temperature | 370 |
| Critical pressure | 38.50 |
| Density | 0.902 g/cm3 (20 C) |
| Solubility in water | Miscible |
| Viscosity | 1.87 cp (40 C) |
| Surface tension | 27.4 g/s2 @ 25 C. |
| Refractive index | 1.4196 (20 C) |
| Dipole moment | 1.8 D |
| Dielectric constant | 9.4 (20 C) |
| Partition coefficient, pKow | 0.83 |
| Heat of vaporization | 47.1 kJ/mol |
| Heat of combustion | -4163 kJ/mol |
| Hazards and Protection. | |
| Storage | Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. |
| WHMIS | B3 D1A D2B |
| Handling | Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Do not ingest or inhale. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. |
| 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 | A full facepiece respirator with organic vapor cartridge may be worn up to 50 times the exposure limit or the maximum use concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-facepiece positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. This compound possibly exists in both particulate and vapor phase. A particulate (NlOSH type N95 or better) prefilter should be used for the particulate. |
| 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. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. |
| Disposal code | 1 |
| Stability | Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. |
| Incompatibilities | Strong oxidizers and strong bases. |
| Decomposition | Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
| Fire. | ||||
| Flash Point,°C | 62 | |||
| Autoignition, °C | 238 | |||
| Upper exp. limit, % | 12.7 | |||
| Lower exp. limit, % | 1.1 | |||
| Fire fighting | Wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. Extinguish with dry chemical, alcohol foam or carbon dioxide. Do not use a solid stream of water, since the stream will scatter and spread the fire. Water spray may be used to keep fire exposed containers cool, dilute spills to nonflammable mixtures, protect personnel attempting to stop leak and disperse vapors | |||
| Fire potential | May burn but does not ignite readily. | |||
| Hazards | Containers may explode when heated. Runoff may pollute waterways. Substance may be transported in a molten form. | |||
| Combustion products | Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |||
| NFPA | Health | 2 | ||
| Flammability | 2 | |||
| Reactivity | 0 | |||
| Health. | |
| Exposure limit(s) | TLV: 25 ppm; 121 mg/m3 (as TWA) (skin) (ACGIH 1992-1993) OSHA PEL: TWA 50 ppm (240 mg/m3) skin NIOSH REL: TWA 5 ppm (24 mg/m3) skin NIOSH IDLH: 700 ppm |
| Poison_Class | 4 |
| Exposure effects | Prolonged or repeated exposures can cause damage to the liver, kidneys, lymphoid system, blood and blood-forming organs. |
| Ingestion | Causes irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Toxic! May cause systemic poisoning with symptoms paralleling those of inhalation. |
| Inhalation | Causes irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include sore throat, coughing, headache, nausea and shortness of breath. High concentrations have a narcotic effect. |
| Skin | May cause irritation with redness and pain. May be absorbed through the skin with possible systemic effects. |
| Eyes | Vapors are irritating and may produce immediate pain, redness and tearing. Splashes can cause severe pain, stinging, swelling. |
First aid |
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| Ingestion | Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Inhalation | Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration. |
| Skin | Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. |
| Eyes | Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Transport. | ||
| UN number | 2369 | |
| Response guide | 152 | |
| Hazard class | 6.1 | |
| Packing Group | III | |
| USCG CHRIS Code | EGM | |
| USCG Compatatibility Group | 40 Glycol ethers | |
| HS Code | 2909 43 00 | |
| Std. Transport # | 4925128 4925229 | |
| IMO Chemical Code | 17 | |
| IMO Pollution Category | D | |
| IMO Hazard code | S | |