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TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL

CAS 112-27-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL
Chemical Name
2,2'-(ethylene dioxy) diethanol

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
112-27-6 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119438366-35-0000, 01-2119438366-35-0015, 01-2119438366-35

Identified Uses

Chemical, antifreezing agent, Intermediate, solvent(s), Monomer.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

B

BASF SE

manufacturer

67056 Ludwigshafen, GERMANY

B

BASF plc

national supplier

4th and 5th Floors, 2 Stockport Exchange, Railway Road, Stockport, SK1 3GG, UNITED KINGDOM

+44 161 475 3000

Emergency Contacts

International emergency number

+49 180 2273-112

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Chemical nature 2,2'-(Ethylenedioxy)diethanol (Content (W/W): >= 99.5 %)

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
2,2'-(Ethylenedioxy)diethanol EC: 203-953-2 112-27-6 99.5% No

Notes

Hazardous ingredients (GHS) No particular hazards known.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Keep patient calm, remove to fresh air.

Skin contact

Wash thoroughly with soap and water

Eye contact

Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth and then drink 200-300 ml of water.

Medical Treatment

Symptomatic treatment (decontamination, vital functions).

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

dry powder, water spray, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam

Unsuitable media

water jet

Specific hazards

The product is combustible. Cool endangered containers with water-spray.

Instructions

Fight fire from maximum distance. Extend fire extinguishing measures to the surroundings.

Firefighter Protection

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus. Special protective equipment for firefighters

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

High risk of slipping due to leakage/spillage of product. Shut off or stop source of leak. Shut off or stop released substance/product under safe conditions. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Environmental

Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

Cleanup methods

Pick up with suitable appliance and dispose of. Spills should be contained, solidified, and placed in suitable 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

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed and dry; store in a cool place. Protect from air. Protect from atmospheric humidity. Protect contents from the effects of light.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Fire prevention

No special precautions necessary. Substance/product is non-flammable.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Suitable chemical resistant safety gloves (EN ISO 374-1) also with prolonged, direct contact (Recommended: Protective index 6, corresponding >480 minutes of permeation time according to EN ISO 374-1): E.g. nitrile rubber (0.4 mm), chloroprene rubber (0.5 mm), butyl rubber (0.7 mm) etc.

Eyes

In order to satisfy general industrial hygiene rules safety glasses with side-shields (e.g. EN 166) are recommended.

Respiratory

Wear respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate. Gas filter for gases/vapours of organic compounds (boiling point >65 °C, e. g. EN 14387 Type A)

Skin/Body

Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. apron, protecting boots, chemical-protection suit (according to EN 14605 in case of splashes or EN ISO 13982 in case of dust).

Environmental

All appropriate measures must be taken to prevent the release of this product to the environment and to limit the dispersion of any release when it occurs. Suitable risk management measures should be in place.

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
---
Appearance
colourless, clear
Colour
colourless, clear
Colour Intensity
---
Form
liquid
Odor
almost odourless
Odor Threshold
not determined
Ph
7.4
Melting Point
-7 °C
Boiling Point
286.5 °C
Flash Point
176 °C
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Value can be approximated from Henry's Law Constant or vapor pressure.
Vapor Pressure
0.000655 hPa
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
1.13
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.13 g/cm³
Flammability
hardly combustible
Upper Explosive Limit
For liquids not relevant for classification and labelling.
Lower Explosive Limit
For liquids not relevant for classification and labelling.
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
347 °C
Decomposition Temperature
No decomposition if correctly stored and handled.
Solubility
hydrocarbons, non-polar solvents soluble
Partition Coefficient
-1.75
Solubility In Water
miscible
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
150.17 g/mol
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
47.8 mPa.s
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

Reactivity

No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. Corrosion to metals: Corrosive effects to metal are not anticipated.

Hazardous reactions

The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

Avoid

> 40 °C, Avoid humidity. Avoid daylight. Disregard of the conditions mentioned may result in undesirable decomposition reactions.

Incompatible

strong oxidizing agents

Decomposition

carbonyl compounds, Dioxolan derivatives

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

12.1. Toxicity

Assessment of aquatic toxicity: There is a high probability that the product is not acutely harmful to aquatic organisms. The inhibition of the degradation activity of activated sludge is not anticipated when introduced to biological treatment plants in appropriate low concentrations. Toxicity to fish: LC50 (96 h) > 10,000 mg/l, Lepomis macrochirus (Fish test acute, static) Aquatic invertebrates: EC50 (48 h) > 10,000 mg/l, Daphnia magna (DIN 38412 Part 11, static) Aquatic plants: EC0 (192 h) > 10,000 mg/l (growth rate), Scenedesmus subspicatus (other) Microorganisms/Effect on activated sludge: EC10 (0.5 h) > 1,995 mg/l, activated sludge, industrial (OECD Guideline 209, aquatic) Chronic toxicity to fish: LC50 (28 d) > 1,500 mg/l, Menidia peninsulae (other, Flow through.) Chronic toxicity to aquatic invertebrates: EC50 (21 d) 33,911 mg/l, Daphnia magna (other, static) Assessment of terrestrial toxicity: No data available concerning terrestrial toxicity.

There is a high probability that the product is not acutely harmful to aquatic organisms. The inhibition of the degradation activity of activated sludge is not anticipated when introduced to biological treatment plants in appropriate low concentrations.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O): Readily biodegradable (according to OECD criteria). Elimination information: 25 - 92 % BOD of the ThOD (28 d) (OECD 301C; ISO 9408; 92/69/EEC, C.4-F) (aerobic, Inoculum conforming to MITI requirements (OECD 301C)) Assessment of stability in water: According to structural properties, hydrolysis is not expected/probable.

The substance is considered readily biodegradable according to OECD criteria. Hydrolysis is not expected based on structural properties.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Assessment bioaccumulation potential: Because of the n-octanol/water distribution coefficient (log Pow) accumulation in organisms is not to be expected. Bioaccumulation potential: No data available.

Accumulation in organisms is not expected based on the n-octanol/water distribution coefficient (log Pow).

12.4. Mobility in soil

Assessment transport between environmental compartments: Volatility: The substance will not evaporate into the atmosphere from the water surface. Adsorption in soil: Adsorption to solid soil phase is not expected.

The substance is not expected to evaporate into the atmosphere from the water surface and is not expected to adsorb to the solid soil phase.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

According to Annex XIII of Regulation (EC) No.1907/2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH): The product does not fulfill the criteria for PBT (Persistent/bioaccumulative/toxic) and vPvB (very persistent/very bioaccumulative). Self classification

The product does not fulfill the criteria for PBT and vPvB according to Annex XIII of Regulation (EC) No.1907/2006.

12.6. Other adverse effects

The substance is not listed in Regulation (EC) 1005/2009 on substances that deplete the ozone layer.

The substance is not listed in Regulation (EC) 1005/2009 on substances that deplete the ozone layer.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Must be disposed of or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.

Disposal

Must be disposed of or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
Not applicable
Shipping Name
Not applicable
Transport Class
Not applicable
Packing Group
Not applicable
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Product is not classified as hazardous.

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?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL?

TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL is a liquid appearing as colourless, clear with colourless, clear color. It has almost odourless odor.

What is the solubility of TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL?

hydrocarbons, non-polar solvents soluble

What is TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL used for?

Chemical, antifreezing agent, Intermediate, solvent(s), Monomer.

What is the melting point of TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL?

The melting point is -7 °C and the boiling point is 286.5 °C.