Propylene glycol n-propyl ether

Section 2 Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview: Colorless liquid with etheral odor. Flammable liquid. During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in addition to combustion products of varying composition which may be toxic and/or irritating. Combustion products may include and are not limited to: Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide. May be harmful if swallowed. May be harmful in contact with skin. Causes serious eye irritation.

GHS Classification:

Physical hazards

Flammable liquids

Category 3

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral

Category 5

Acute toxicity, dermal

Category 5

Eye damage/irritation

Category 2A

Environmental hazards

Not classified

Label elements

Pictogram:

Signal Word(s):

Warning

Hazard Statement:

Flammable liquid and vapour

May be harmful if swallowed

May be harmful in contact with skin

Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statement

Prevention:

Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. No smoking.

Keep container tightly closed.

Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment.

Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/ lighting/.../equipment.

Use only non-sparking tools.

Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection

Response:

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.

If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

In case of fire: Use water fog or fine spray, dry chemical fire extinguishers, carbon dioxide fire extinguishers, foam to extinguish.

Storage:

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Disposal:

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.

Physical and chemical hazards:

Flammable liquid. During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in addition to combustion products of varying composition which may be toxic and/or irritating. Combustion products may include and are not limited to: Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide.

Health Hazards:

May be harmful if swallowed. May be harmful in contact with skin. Causes serious eye irritation.

Environmental hazards:

The product has no obvious harm to the water environment.

Other hazards:

This product has not been found to have other hazards which are outside the scope of GB30000.2-29.

Section 3 Composition Information on Ingredients

Substance/Mixture:

Substance

Ingredient(s):

Chemical Name

CAS No.

Concentration or concentration range (w/w %)

Propylene glycol n-propyl ether

1569-01-3

≥99%

Section 4 First Aid Measures

In case of inhalation:

Move person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration; if by mouth to mouth use rescuer protection (pocket mask, etc). If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by qualified personnel. Call a physician or transport to a medical facility.

In case of skin contact:

Wash skin with plenty of water.

In case of eyes contact:

Immediately flush eyes with water; remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue flushing eyes for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention without delay, preferably from an ophthalmologist.

In case of ingestion:

If swallowed, seek medical attention. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:

May be harmful if swallowed. May be harmful in contact with skin. Causes serious eye irritation.

To protect playing rescuer advice and the special hints to the doctor:

Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect themselves.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:

Treat symptomatically.

Section 5 Fire-fighting Measures

Extinguishing agent

Suitable extinguishing media:

Water fog or fine spray. Dry chemical fire extinguishers. Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers. Foam. Alcohol resistant foams (ATC type) are preferred. General purpose synthetic foams (including AFFF) or protein foams may function, but will be less effective.

Unsuitable extinguishing media:

Do not use direct water stream. May spread fire.

Special hazards arising from the chemical:

During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in addition to combustion products of varying composition which may be toxic and/or irritating. Combustion products may include and are not limited to: Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide.

Special fire fighting methods and special protective actions for fire-fighters:

Provide a conveniently located respiratory protective device. Cool closed containers that are near the source of the fire. Do not allow water used to extinguish fire to enter drains, ground or waterways. Treat runoff as hazardous.

Section 6 Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

Environmental precautions:

Do not let product enter drains.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:

Small spills: Absorb with materials such as: Sand. Vermiculite. Collect in suitable and properly labeled containers. Large spills: Contain spilled material if possible. Pump into suitable and properly labeled containers.

Precautions to prevent the occurrence of secondary hazards:

Dispose of the collected spill immediately to avoid further leaks or sewers.

Section 7 Handling and Storage

Safe handling

Local and general ventilation:

Operations should be carried out in a place with partial ventilation or full ventilation.

Safety instructions:

Operators should follow the procedure and use the personal protective equipment recommended by the SDS section 8.

Precautions:

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Normal measures for preventive fire protection.

Storage

Suitable storage conditions:

Storage under nitrogen atmosphere is recommended to minimize possible formation of highly reactive peroxides. This product will absorb water if exposed to air. Store only in tightly closed, properly vented containers away from heat, sparks, open flame and strong oxidizing agents. Store closed drums with bung in up position. Store in properly lined steel/stainless steel to avoid slight discoloration from mild steel/copper. Do not store in aluminium, copper, galvanized iron, and galvanized steel. Some plastics/rubbers are attacked by Glycol Ethers/Ether Esters.

Incompatible materials:

Oxidizing agents and strongly acidic or alkaline materials.

Safe packaging materials:

Store in the following material(s): Carbon steel. Stainless steel. Phenolic lined steel drums. Do not store in: Aluminum. Copper. Galvanized iron. Galvanized steel.

Section 8 Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Occupational exposure limits:

According to GBZ2.1, the OELs of components are not established.

Biological limits:

No standard has been established.

Engineering controls:

Ensure adequate ventilation. The workplace shall have safe place to shower, clean eyes and body, and place for safe care.

Personal protection equipment

Respiratory protection:

No special respiratory protection is recommended under anticipated conditions of normal use with adequate ventilation.

-Use appropriate respiratory protection where atmosphere exceeds recommended exposure limits.

Hand protection:

Wear chemical resistant gloves such as:

-Neoprene

Eye protection:

Chemical splash goggles and/or face shield should be worn.

Skin and body protection:

Use personal protective equipment (PPE) that is chemical resistant to the product and prevents skin contact.

Hygiene measures:

Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands after handling. Do not eat and drink in the workplace.

Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance:

Colorless liquid

Odor:

Etheral odor

Odor threshold:

Not applicable

Molecular formula：

C₆H₁₄O₂

Molecular weight:

118.17   

Melting point/freezing point (°C):

ca. -70 °C

Boiling point, initial boiling point (°C):

149.4 °C

Density:

0.88 g/cm³, 25°C

Relative density(H₂O=1):

0.88 g/cm³, 25°C

Vapor pressure (57.3 °C) (kPa):

20 mm Hg

Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water):

log Pow=0.621, 20°C

Solubility in water:

Miscible

Solubility in organic solvents:

No data available

Flash point (°C):

115 °F

Auto-ignition temperature (°C):

252 °C

Flammability limit - lower (%):

No data available

Flammability limit - upper (%):

No data available

Decomposition temperature (°C):

No data available

Flammability (solid, gas):

No data available

Explosive properties

No data available

Explosive limit - lower (%):

1.3 %

Explosive limit - upper (%):

10.6 %

pH value:

No data available

Viscosity (mPa·S):

2.389, 298.15°C

Relative vapor density (air=1):

No data available

Relative evaporation rate (n-butyl acetate=1):

No data available

Section 10 Stability and Reactivity

Stability:

Material is stable under normal conditions.

Possibility of hazardous reactions:

No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use. 

Conditions to avoid:

Do not distill to dryness. Product can oxidize at elevated temperatures. Generation of gas during decomposition can cause pressure in closed systems.

Incompatible materials:

Strong acids. Strong bases. Strong oxidizers.

Hazardous decomposition products:

Decomposition products can include and are not limited to: Aldehydes. Ketones. Organic acids. Carbon dioxide.

Section 11 Toxicological Information

Acute toxicity:

    LD50(Oral, Rat):

4330 mg/kg bw, male

    LD50(Dermal, Rabbit):

4330 mg/kg bw, female

    LC50(Inhalation, Rat, 4h):

No data available

Skin corrosion/Irritation:

Not classified

Serious eye damage/irritation:

Causes serious eye irritation.

Respiratory or skin sensitization:  

Not classified

Germ cell mutagenicity:     

Not classified

Carcinogenicity:   

Not classified

Reproductive toxicity:    

Not classified

STOT- single exposure:

Not classified

STOT-repeated exposure:  

Not classified

Aspiration hazard:

Not classified

Section 12 Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity

LC50 (Fish, 96h)

> 100 mg/L

LC50 (Daphnia, 48h)

> 100 mg/L

EC50 (Algae, 72h):

3440 mg/L

Persistence and degradability:

Readily biodegradable

Bioaccumulative potential:

No data available

Mobility in soil:

No data available

Section 13 Disposal Considerations

Residual waste

Recycling as much as possible. If recycling is not possible, use incineration methods for disposal. Do not dispose of this product by means of discharge to the sewer.

Contaminated packaging

Empty containers or pads may retain some product residue, so beware of label warnings even when empty containers. These materials and their containers must be disposed of in a safe manner. Empty containers should be returned to the manufacturer or sent to a national / local approved waste disposal site.

Disposal considerations:

Waste disposal should refer to the relevant national and local laws and regulations, the waste chemicals for recycling, or packed in sealed containers, to a special waste disposal sites.

Section 14 Transport Information

UN Number:

3271

UN Proper shipping name:

Ethers, N.O.S.( Propylene glycol n-propyl ether)

Transport hazard Class:

3

Packaging group:

III

Marine pollutant (yes/no):

No

Transport special precautions:

—Grounding chains should be equipped with tank or car during transportation, hole plate can be set in the tank to prevent static electricity generated by shaking;

—Exhaust pipe of the vehicle which transports this product shall be equipped with fireproofing equipment, Do not handle with the machinery or tools which may produce spark easily;

—Do not package or transport with oxidant, food chemicals or others;

—Prevent from sunlight exposure, rain and heat during transportation, in summer, best to transport in the morning or evening;

—Keep away from fire, heat source and high temperature when stops on the way;

—Follow the route as prescribed during highway transportation, do not stay in residential areas and densely populated area;

—Prohibit humping in railway transportation;

—Transport vehicles should be equipped with corresponding fire equipment and spill contingency processing equipment.

Section 15 Regulatory Information

The following laws, regulations, rules and standards, provide corresponding provisions of the management of chemicals:

Name

Relevant Inventories

Listed Or Not

Measures On Safety Management Of Hazardous Chemicals

Inventory Of Hazardous Chemicals

Not listed

The First Batch Of Key Regulatory List Of Hazardous Chemicals

Not listed

Measures On New Substance Environmental Management

The Inventory Of Existing Chemical Substance In China

Listed

Provisions On Environmental Management Of First Import And Export Of Toxic Chemicals  

China Strictly Restricted List Of Import And Export Of Toxic Chemicals

Not listed

Section 16 Other Information

Indication of changes:

    Version 1.0  Amended by GB/T16483 and GB/T 17519.

Abbreviations:

CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service

LC50: Lethal Concentration 50

EC50: Concentration for 50% of maximal effect

LD50: Lethal dose 50%

PC-TWA: time-weighted average allowable concentration, average allowable concentration in 8h working day, 40h work week.

PC-STEL: Short-Term Exposure Tolerance, the concentration allowed to be exposed in short-term (15 minutes).

IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer

ACGIH: US Government Conference of Industrial Hygienists

ADR: European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road 

IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods

EINECS: European Inventory of Existing commercial Chemical Substances

IATA: International Air Transport Association

ICAO-TI: International Civil Aviation Organization The International Civil Aviation Covenant 

Disclaimer:

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