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1,2-Dimethoxyethane

CAS 110-71-4

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
1,2-Dimethoxyethane
Product Code
E27408
Chemical Name
1,2-Dimethoxyethane

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
110-71-4 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119485981-24-XXXX

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Processing aid, Solvent, Intermediate, For industrial use only.

Uses advised against

This product is not intended for consumer use.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV

manufacturer

Ildefonse Vandammestraat 5/7B, B-1560 HOEILAART

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Repr. Cat. 1B H360FD

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
H360 May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.

Precautionary Statements

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Substance name : Monoglyme

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
1,2-dimethoxy-ethane EC: 203-794-9 110-71-4 90 - 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air. Immediately call in physician. If breathing stops: immediately apply artificial respiration, if necessary also oxygen.

Skin contact

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediately call in physician. Consult a physician. Call in ophthalmologist.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Combustible. Pay attention to flashback. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire. Forms explosive mixtures with air at ambient temperatures.

Instructions

Remove container from danger zone and cool with water.

Firefighter Protection

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Do not breathe vapours, aerosols. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.

Cleanup methods

Take up carefully with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®). Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.

Materials: liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®)

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture. Avoid generation of vapours/aerosols.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorised persons.

Hygiene

Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Material : Viton® Break through time : 480 min Glove thickness : 0,7 mm Protective index : Full contact Manufacturer : Vitoject® (KCL 890 / Aldrich Z677698, Size M) Material : Nitrile rubber Break through time : 10 min Glove thickness : 0,4 mm Protective index : Splash contact Manufacturer : Camatril® (KCL 730 / Aldrich Z677442, Size M) Remarks : This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).

Eyes

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

Respiratory

required when vapours/aerosols are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter : Filter type ABEK type: The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
liquid (20 °C, 1.013 hPa)
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
ether-like
Odor Threshold
not determined
Ph
ca. 7
Melting Point
-58 °C
Boiling Point
85 °C
Flash Point
closed cup: 5 °C
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Vapor Pressure
87 hPa (25 °C)
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
0,87 (20 °C)
Bulk Density
---
Density
0,867 g/cm3 (25 °C)
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
10,4 % (V)
Lower Explosive Limit
1,6 % (V)
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
205 °C (1.008 hPa)
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: -0,21 (25 °C)
Solubility In Water
1.000 g/l (25 °C)
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
90,12 g/mol
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
0,42 mPa.s (20 °C)
Kinematic Viscosity
0,48 mm2/s (20 °C)
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

Formation of peroxides possible. Vapours may form explosive mixture with air.

Hazardous reactions

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Avoid

Warming. Moisture.

Incompatible

No data available

Decomposition

Peroxides

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

UN Number
2252
Shipping Name
1,2-DIMETHOXYETHANE
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
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 1,2-Dimethoxyethane?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of 1,2-Dimethoxyethane?

1,2-Dimethoxyethane is a liquid (20 °c, 1.013 hpa) with colourless color. It has ether-like odor.

What is 1,2-Dimethoxyethane used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Processing aid, Solvent, Intermediate, For industrial use only.

What are the hazard statements for 1,2-Dimethoxyethane?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled.
  • H360: May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.

What is the melting point of 1,2-Dimethoxyethane?

The melting point is -58 °C and the boiling point is 85 °C.