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Safety Data Sheet EN

Diethylene glycol

CAS 111-46-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Diethylene glycol
Synonyms
2,2'-Oxybisethanol, 2,2'-Oxydiethanol, Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) ether, Ethanol, 2,2'-oxybis-, Dihydroxydiethyl ether, 2-Hydroxyethyl ether, DEG

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
111-46-6 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Industrial use

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Industrias Derivadas del Etileno S.A. de C.V. logo

Industrias Derivadas del Etileno S.A. de C.V.

manufacturer

Km. 4.2 Blvd. Morelos, Col. Complejo Petroquímico Morelos, 96400 Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, Mexico

+52 921-211-9000 / +52 921-268-2036

http://www.grupoidesa.com

Emergency Contacts

SETIQ

01-800-00-21400

CHEMTREC

800-424-930

CANUTEC

613-996-66660

Cd. de México

(55) 5559 1588

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
STOT RE Cat. 2 H373

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
P330 Rinse mouth.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to industrial combustion plant.

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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
DIETHYLENE GLYCOL 111-46-6 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathing is irregular or stopped, immediately seek medical assistance and start first aid actions. Provide fresh air.

Skin contact

Wash with plenty of soap and water.

Eye contact

Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Irrigate copiously with clean, fresh water for at least 10 minutes, holding the eyelids apart.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious). Do NOT induce vomiting.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, Alcohol resistant foam, BC-powder, Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Unsuitable media

Water jet

Instructions

In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes. Co-ordinate firefighting measures to the fire surroundings. Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance.

Firefighter Protection

In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Remove persons to safety.

Environmental

Keep away from drains, surface and ground water. Retain contaminated washing water and dispose of it.

Cleanup methods

Wipe up with absorbent material (e.g. cloth, fleece). Collect spillage: Sawdust, Kieselgur (diatomite), Sand, Universal binder

Materials: cloth, fleece, Sawdust, Kieselgur (diatomite), Sand, Universal binder

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Use only in well-ventilated areas.

Hygiene

Wash hands after use. Do not eat, drink and smoke in work areas. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas. Never keep food or drink in the vicinity of chemicals. Never place chemicals in containers that are normally used for food or drink. Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

General ventilation.

Hands

Wear suitable gloves. Chemical protection gloves are suitable, which are tested according to EN 374. Check leak-tightness/impermeability prior to use. In the case of wanting to use the gloves again, clean them before taking off and air them well. For special purposes, it is recommended to check the resistance to chemicals of the protective gloves mentioned above together with the supplier of these gloves.

Eyes

Wear eye/face protection.

Respiratory

In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.

Skin/Body

Preventive skin protection (barrier creams/ointments) is recommended.

Environmental

Use appropriate container to avoid environmental contamination. Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Clear, Transparent
Colour
Clear, Transparent
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
Practically Odorless
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
6 - 8 (200 g/l, 20 °C)
Melting Point
-6 °C
Boiling Point
244 °C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point
138 °C at 760 mmHg
Freezing Point
-6 °C
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
not determined
Vapor Pressure
0.008 hPa at 25 °C
Vapor Density
this information is not available
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.12 g/cm³ at 25 °C
Flammability
not relevant (fluid)
Upper Explosive Limit
10.8 vol%
Lower Explosive Limit
1.6 vol%
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
228 °C (ECHA)
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
n-octanol/water (log KOW): (ECHA); Soil organic carbon/water (log KOC): 0 (ECHA)
Solubility In Water
miscible in any proportion Hygroscopic Liquid.
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
30 mPa s at 25 °C
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

See below "Conditions to avoid".

Reactivity

Concerning incompatibility: see below "Conditions to avoid" and "Incompatible materials".

Hazardous reactions

No known hazardous reactions.

Avoid

There are no specific conditions known which have to be avoided.

Incompatible

Oxidizers

Decomposition

Reasonably anticipated hazardous decomposition products produced as a result of use, storage, spill and heating are not known. Hazardous combustion products: see section 5.

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

Waste shall be separated into the categories that can be handled separately by the local or national waste management facilities.

14

Transport Information

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

Shipping Name
not relevant
Transport Class
Class
Packing Group
not relevant
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

There is no additional information.

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Diethylene glycol known by?

Diethylene glycol is also known as: 2,2'-Oxybisethanol, 2,2'-Oxydiethanol, Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) ether, Ethanol, 2,2'-oxybis-, Dihydroxydiethyl ether, 2-Hydroxyethyl ether, DEG

What is the hazard signal word for Diethylene glycol?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Diethylene glycol?

Diethylene glycol is a liquid appearing as clear, transparent with clear, transparent color. It has practically odorless odor.

What is Diethylene glycol used for?

Industrial use

What are the hazard statements for Diethylene glycol?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

What is the melting point of Diethylene glycol?

The melting point is -6 °C and the boiling point is 244 °C at 760 mmHg.