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Hexylene Glycol

CAS 107-41-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Hexylene Glycol
Product Form
Substance
Product Code
HP-040786-FP
Chemical Name
Hexylene Glycol
Synonyms
Hexylene glycol / 2,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylpentane / 2-Methyl-2,4-pentanediol / 2-Methylpentane-2,4-diol / Pentane-2,4-diol, 2-methyl- / HEXYLENE GLYCOL

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
107-41-5 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Solvent

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Monument Chemical logo

Monument Chemical

16717 Jacintoport Blvd. Houston, TX, 77015 USA

832-376-2000

www.monumentchemical.com

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

1-800-424-9300

24 HR

CHEMTREC

+1 703-741-5970

Emergency Contact

1-832-376-2026

24 HR

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
Repr. Cat. 2 H361

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child (oral)

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear eye protection, protective clothing, protective gloves.
P302 + P352 If on skin: Wash with plenty of water, soap.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P308 + P313 If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P321 Specific treatment (see a doctor on this label).
P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Hexylene Glycol 107-41-5 99% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Allow affected person to breathe fresh air. Allow the victim to rest.

Skin contact

Wash with plenty of soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Get medical advice/attention. Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instruction on this label).

Symptoms: Causes skin irritation.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Obtain medical attention if pain, blinking or redness persists.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain emergency medical attention.

Immediate Medical Attention

No additional information available

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Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand.

Unsuitable media

Do not use a heavy water stream.

Specific hazards

No additional information available

Instructions

Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire.

Firefighter Protection

Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Ventilate area.

Environmental

Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.

Cleanup methods

Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible. Collect spillage.

Materials: inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth

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07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work. Provide good ventilation in process area to prevent formation of vapor. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.

Storage

Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place away from : Heat sources, Ignition sources, Incompatible materials. Keep container closed when not in use.

Hygiene

Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling.

Fire prevention

Keep away from: Heat sources, Ignition sources.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Wear protective gloves.

Eyes

Chemical goggles or safety glasses

Respiratory

Wear appropriate mask

Skin/Body

Wear suitable protective clothing

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Melting Point
No data available
Physical State
Liquid
Colour
Colorless
Odor
mild sweet
Upper Explosive Limit
8.1 vol %
Explosive Limits
---
Appearance
Colorless liquid.
Density
0.923 g/cm³ (at 20 °C)
Kinematic Viscosity
36.836 mm²/s
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Colour Intensity
---
Flammability
Non flammable.
Dynamic Viscosity
34 mPa.s (20 °C)
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Vapor Density
---
Form
---
Cloud Point
---
Voc Content
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
306 °C ; 583 °F (at 1013 hPa)
Relative Density
0.92
Vapor Pressure
0.013 mm Hg at 25°C
Molecular Weight
118.17 g/mol
Solubility In Fat
---
Solidification Point
---
Partition Coefficient
0.58
Crystallisation Point
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Lower Explosive Limit
1.2 vol %
Ph
No data available
Odor Threshold
No data available
Relative Evaporation Rate
< 0.01
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Properties Status
---
Freezing Point
-50 °C ; -58.0 °F
Bulk Density
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Boiling Point
198 °C ; 388.4 °F
Softening Point
---
Solubility In Water
---
Flash Point
96 °C ; 204.8 °F open cup
Physical State Data
liquid
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Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Not established.

Reactivity

No additional information available

Hazardous reactions

Not established.

Avoid

Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures.

Incompatible

Strong acids. Strong bases.

Decomposition

fume. Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide.

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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

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Hexylene Glycol known by?

Hexylene Glycol is also known as: Hexylene glycol / 2,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylpentane / 2-Methyl-2,4-pentanediol / 2-Methylpentane-2,4-diol / Pentane-2,4-diol, 2-methyl- / HEXYLENE GLYCOL

What is the hazard signal word for Hexylene Glycol?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Hexylene Glycol?

Hexylene Glycol is a liquid appearing as colorless liquid. with colorless color. It has mild sweet odor.

What is the solubility of Hexylene Glycol?

Soluble in water.

What is Hexylene Glycol used for?

Solvent

What are the hazard statements for Hexylene Glycol?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child (oral)

What is the melting point of Hexylene Glycol?

The melting point is No data available and the boiling point is 198 °C ; 388.4 °F.

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