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Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether

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Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether
Product Code
317292

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

Uses Information

Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Overview

Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether is a colourless substance commonly used laboratory chemicals, synthesis of substances.

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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

N/A

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions

Hazard Statements

Precautionary Statements

Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain

Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information

Sigma-Aldrich

manufacturer

📍

3050 Spruce Street, SAINT LOUIS MO 63103, USA

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US

📞

+1 800-325-5832

📠

+1 800-325-5052

24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies

CHEMTREC

📞

+1-703-527-3887

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US

Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Methyltriglycol
EC: 203-962-1
112-35-6 100% ✓ Non-hazardous
2-(2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethoxy)ethanol N/A Not specified ✓ Non-hazardous

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

🫁 Inhalation Exposure

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/Swallowing

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

Fire Fighting Measures & Emergency Response

Fire suppression methods, extinguishing media, and firefighting safety procedures

Suitable Extinguishing Media

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

⚠️ Specific Fire Hazards

Carbon oxides

🔥 Fire Fighting Instructions

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

Accidental Release Measures & Spill Response

Emergency spill cleanup procedures, containment methods, and environmental protection

🌍 Environmental Precautions

No special environmental precautions required.

Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications

Technical Specifications & Material Properties

Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

🧪 Physical State
liquid
Critical Property
📊 Physical State Data
liquid
📊 State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
👁️ Appearance
colourless
🎨 Colour
colourless
📊 Colour Intensity
Not available
📊 Form
liquid
👃 Odor
Not available
📊 Odor Threshold
Not available
🧪 Ph
Not available
🧊 Melting Point
-74.59 °C (-102.26 °F)
Critical Property
💨 Boiling Point
122 °C (252 °F)
Critical Property
🔥 Flash Point
110 °C (230 °F)
Critical Property
📊 Freezing Point
Not available
📊 Softening Point
Not available
📊 Solidification Point
Not available
📊 Cloud Point
Not available
📊 Crystallisation Point
Not available
📊 Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
💨 Evaporation Rate
Not available
💨 Vapor Pressure
< 0.01 hPa (< 0.01 mmHg)
📊 Vapor Density
5.67 - (Air = 1.0)
📊 Relative Density
1.026 g/cm3
📊 Bulk Density
Not available
⚖️ Density
Not available
🔥 Flammability
Not available
📊 Upper Explosive Limit
Not available
📊 Lower Explosive Limit
Not available
📊 Explosive Limits
Not available
📊 Auto Ignition Temperature
210 °C (410 °F)
📊 Decomposition Temperature
Not available
💧 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
Not available
📊 Molecular Weight
Not available
📊 Voc Content
Not available
📊 Metal Corrosion
Not available
📊 Dynamic Viscosity
Not available
📊 Kinematic Viscosity
Not available
📊 Properties Status
Not available

Safe Handling & Storage Procedures

Industrial handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace safety requirements

⚠️ Handling Precautions

• For precautions see section 2.

• 2.

🏪 Storage Conditions

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

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

🏭 Engineering Controls

General industrial hygiene practice.

🧤 Hand Protection

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 [email protected], 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.

👁️ Eye Protection

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

😷 Respiratory Protection

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 Protection

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 Exposure Controls

No special environmental precautions required.

Chemical Stability & Reactivity Data

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials information

Chemical Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

🧪 Incompatible Materials

Strong oxidizing agents

💨 Hazardous Decomposition Products

Other decomposition products - No data available In the event of fire: see section 5

Ecological Information & Environmental Impact

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, bioaccumulation, and ecological effects data

🌱 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 other aquatic invertebrates Toxicity to algae static test EC50 - Desmodesmus subspicatus (Scenedesmus subspicatus) - > 500 mg/l - 72 h

🌱 Persistence and degradability

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

🌱 Bioaccumulative potential

No data available

🌱 Mobility in soil

No data available

🌱 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

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

🌱 Other adverse effects

No data available

Waste Disposal & Treatment Methods

Waste disposal procedures, treatment methods, and regulatory compliance requirements

♻️ Waste Treatment Methods

Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.

Transportation & Shipping Information

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

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance

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).