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Ethylene Glycol

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Ethylene Glycol
Product Code
203953
Chemical Name
Ethylene Glycol

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Laboratory Use. Water Analysis.

Uses advised against

Consumer use.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

H

Hach Company

manufacturer

P.O.Box 389 Loveland, CO 80539 USA

+1(970) 669-3050

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+1(303) 623-5716

24 Hour Service

Emergency Contact

+1(515)232-2533

8am - 4pm CST

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A
STOT SE Cat. 1
STOT RE Cat. 1

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H370 Causes damage to organs
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
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 + P311 IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor
P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell
P330 Rinse mouth
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
P405 Store locked up
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Chemical Family Alcohols. Formula C₂H₆O₂ CAS No 107-21-1 Chemical nature Organic Compound.

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Ethylene glycol 107-21-1 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, call a physician. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Keep eye wide open while rinsing. Do not rub affected area. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical advice/attention (inhalation), call a physician (eye, skin, ingestion).

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable media

Caution: Use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient.

Specific hazards

No information available.

Firefighter Protection

Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full firefighting turnout gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.

Environmental

See Section 12 for additional ecological information.

Cleanup methods

Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers.

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. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep out of the reach of children. Store locked up.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Showers, Eyewash stations, Ventilation systems.

Hands

Wear suitable gloves.

Eyes

If splashes are likely to occur, wear safety glasses with side-shields.

Respiratory

No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions. If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, ventilation and evacuation may be required.

Skin/Body

Wear suitable protective clothing.

Environmental

Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained. Do not allow into any sewer, on the ground or into any body of 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
viscous
Colour
colorless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
sweet
Odor Threshold
0.1 ppm
Ph
6
Melting Point
-12.78 °C / 9 °F
Boiling Point
197.22 °C / 387 °F
Flash Point
CC (closed cup): 115 °C / 239 °F
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
0.01 (BuAc = 1)
Vapor Pressure
0.075 mm Hg / 0.01 kPa at 20 °C / 68 °F
Vapor Density
2.14
Relative Density
1.11
Bulk Density
No data available
Density
---
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
15.3%
Lower Explosive Limit
3.2%
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
397.78 °C / 748 °F
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
log Kow = -1.36
Solubility In Water
1000000 mg/L
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
62.07 g/mole
Voc Content
100% an Individual Pure Chemical Substance
Metal Corrosion
Steel Corrosion Rate Not applicable / Aluminum Corrosion Rate Not applicable /
Dynamic Viscosity
21 cP (mPa s) at 20 °C / 68 °F
Kinematic Viscosity
18.919 cSt (mm²/s) at 20 °C / 68 °F
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

Not applicable.

Hazardous reactions

None under normal processing. Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

Avoid

None known based on information supplied.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide.

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

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 is the hazard signal word for Ethylene Glycol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Ethylene Glycol?

Ethylene Glycol is a liquid appearing as viscous with colorless color. It has sweet odor.

What is Ethylene Glycol used for?

Laboratory Use. Water Analysis.

What are the hazard statements for Ethylene Glycol?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H370: Causes damage to organs
  • H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

What is the melting point of Ethylene Glycol?

The melting point is -12.78 °C / 9 °F and the boiling point is 197.22 °C / 387 °F.