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Triethylene glycol monobutyl ether

CAS 143-22-6
EC 205-592-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Triethylene glycol monobutyl ether
Product Code
L04738

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
143-22-6 Check regulations →
EC Number
205-592-6 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar / Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar / Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Carechem 24

+44 (0) 1865 407333

Alfa Aesar

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

After normal business hours

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

Hazard Statements

H318 Causes serious eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Triethylene glycol monobutyl ether EC: 205-592-6 143-22-6 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

Medical Treatment

Seek medical treatment.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

Specific hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Cleanup methods

Absorb with liquid-binding material

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.

Fire prevention

No information known.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined

Eyes

Tightly sealed goggles

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
Colour Intensity
---
Vapor Density
Not determined.
Boiling Point
278 °C (532 °F)
Physical State
Liquid
Solubility
Fully miscible
Melting Point
-35 °C (-31 °F)
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Freezing Point
---
Evaporation Rate
Not determined.
Metal Corrosion
---
Form
Liquid
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Crystallisation Point
---
Ph
Not determined.
Odor
Not determined
Explosive Limits
---
Colour
Colorless
Appearance
Liquid, Colorless
Solubility In Fat
---
Voc Content
---
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
Not determined
Kinematic Viscosity
Not determined.
Density
0.99 g/cm³ (8.262 lbs/gal)
Molecular Weight
---
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Bulk Density
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Flammability
Not determined.
Solubility In Water
Fully miscible
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Properties Status
---
Softening Point
---
Relative Density
Not determined.
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Physical State Data
liquid
Flash Point
156 °C (313 °F)
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

Disposal

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Triethylene glycol monobutyl ether?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Triethylene glycol monobutyl ether?

Triethylene glycol monobutyl ether is a liquid appearing as liquid, colorless with colorless color. It has not determined odor.

What is the solubility of Triethylene glycol monobutyl ether?

Fully miscible

What is Triethylene glycol monobutyl ether used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Triethylene glycol monobutyl ether?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.

What is the melting point of Triethylene glycol monobutyl ether?

The melting point is -35 °C (-31 °F) and the boiling point is 278 °C (532 °F).