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Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether

CAS 112-35-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether
Product Code
317292

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
112-35-6 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich

manufacturer

3050 Spruce Street, SAINT LOUIS MO 63103, USA

+1 800-325-5832

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+1-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

GHS Pictograms

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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
2-(2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethoxy)ethanol EC: 203-962-1 112-35-6 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.

Skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water.

Eye contact

Flush eyes with water as a precaution.

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Specific hazards

Carbon oxides

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas.

Environmental

No special environmental precautions required.

Cleanup methods

Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

General industrial hygiene practice.

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. Full contact Material: butyl-rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.3 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:Butoject® (KCL 897 / Aldrich Z677647, Size M) Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.4 mm Break through time: 30 min Material tested:Camatril® (KCL 730 / Aldrich Z677442, Size M) data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374 If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Respiratory

Respiratory protection not required. For nuisance exposures use type OV/AG (US) or type ABEK (EU EN 14387) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Skin/Body

Impervious clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Environmental

No special environmental precautions required.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Language Code
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Physical State
liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
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Appearance
colourless
Colour
colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
liquid
Odor
---
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
---
Melting Point
-74.59 °C (-102.26 °F)
Boiling Point
122 °C (252 °F)
Flash Point
110 °C (230 °F)
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
< 0.01 hPa (< 0.01 mmHg)
Vapor Density
5.67 - (Air = 1.0)
Relative Density
1.026 g/cm3
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
210 °C (410 °F)
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
1,049 g/l at 20 °C (68 °F) - completely miscible
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: -1.12
Solubility In Water
1,049 g/l at 20 °C (68 °F) - completely miscible
Solubility In Fat
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Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
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10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity to fish: static test LC50 - Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow) - > 10,000 mg/l - 96 h Toxicity to daphnia and static test EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - > 500 mg/l - 48 h Aldrich - 317292 other aquatic invertebrates Toxicity to algae static test EC50 - Desmodesmus subspicatus (Scenedesmus subspicatus) - > 500 mg/l - 72 h

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Biodegradability aerobic - Exposure time 10 d Result: 93.5 % - Readily biodegradable

The substance is readily biodegradable, showing 93.5% degradation after 10 days under aerobic conditions.

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

No data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

No data available

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted

PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted

12.6 Other adverse effects

No data available
13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

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

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether?

Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether is a liquid appearing as colourless with colourless color.

What is the solubility of Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether?

1,049 g/l at 20 °C (68 °F) - completely miscible

What is Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What is the melting point of Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether?

The melting point is -74.59 °C (-102.26 °F) and the boiling point is 122 °C (252 °F).