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Safety Data Sheet EN

MEG

CAS 107-21-1
EC 203-473-3

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
MEG
Chemical Name
ethanediol, mono ethylene glycol

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
107-21-1 Check regulations →
EC Number
203-473-3 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119456816-28-XXXX

Identified Uses

Pharmaceuticals Raw material for industrial applications Manufacture of polymers Paints and varnishes Additive for hydraulic oils Use in laboratories (industrial)

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Przedsiębiorstwo Produkcyjno-Handlowe "Chemia - Bomar" Edward Marciniak logo

Przedsiębiorstwo Produkcyjno-Handlowe "Chemia - Bomar" Edward Marciniak

manufacturer

49 - 345 Skorogoszcz, Chróścina 6C

+48 77 4121-033

http://www.plyny.pl

Emergency Contacts

Pomorskie Centrum Toksykologii Gdańsk

+48 58 682 04 04

Biuro Informacji Toksykologicznej Warszawa

+48 22 619 66 54

Ośrodek Informacji Toksykologicznej Poznań

+48 61 847 69 46

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

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

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H373 May cause damage to the kidneys through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral.

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe mist/vapours/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/doctor if you feel unwell.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
ethane-1,2-diol EC: 203-473-3 107-21-1 --- No
2,2'-oxybisethanol EC: 203-872-2 111-46-6 0.05% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Consult doctor if symptoms persist. In case of unconsciousness, place patients on their side in a stable position for transportation.

Symptoms: Sensory irritation

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse the eyes with open eyelids for 10 - 15 minutes with water. Then consult a doctor (eye specialist).

Ingestion

Rinse mouth with water. Drink plenty of water, but never give anything to an unconscious person. Do not induce vomiting without a physician. If vomiting occurs spontaneously: Hold the head of the vomiting person low with the body in a prone position in order to avoid aspiration. Call a doctor immediately.

Symptoms: Central nervous system depression, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Unconsciousness, Damage of kidneys, Damaged liver

Immediate Medical Attention

Consult doctor if symptoms persist (inhalation); Seek immediate medical advice (skin); Consult a doctor (eye specialist); Call a doctor immediately (ingestion).

Medical Treatment

Symptomatic treatment (decontamination, vital functions)

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

CO2, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment.

Unsuitable media

High volume water jet

Specific hazards

In case of fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO₂). In traces: Formaldehyde, Hydrogen, Methane.

Instructions

Immediately cool neighbouring packages and containers with sprayed water and, if possible, remove them out of the danger zone.

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respiratory protective device. Wear a fully protective suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course. Do not allow to penetrate the ground/soil.

Cleanup methods

Absorb with liquid-binding material

Materials: sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Ensure good interior ventilation, especially at floor level (Fumes are heavier than air.). Do not breathe aerosol or vapors. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Restrict the quantity stored at the work place. Keep the working area dry and clean. Keep receptacles tightly sealed.

Storage

Restrict the quantity stored at the work place. Keep receptacles tightly sealed.

Hygiene

Keep the working area dry and clean.

Fire prevention

Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke. Observe the general rules of industrial fire protection.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

e.g. retention and/or local exhaust

Hands

Chemical resistant gloves (EN 374). To avoid skin problems reduce the wearing of gloves to the required minimum. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/substance/preparation. Preventive skin protection by use of skin-protecting agents is recommended. Material of gloves: Nitrile rubber, NBR; Butyl rubber, BR; Fluorocarbon rubber (FKM); Polychloroprene rubber (CR). The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Penetration time of glove material: The exact penetration time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.

Eyes

Tightly sealed goggles

Respiratory

In case of unintentional release of substance, exceeding the occupational exposure limit value: Short term filter device: Filter A (colour code: brown), Filter A-P2, A-P3. Breathing equipment is only to be used in order to handle the residual risk of short term jobs if all other risk minimizing measures have been carried out e.g. retention and/or local exhaust.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Viscous
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Viscous, Colourless, Clear
Colour
Colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Viscous
Odor
Odourless
Odor Threshold
Not determined
Ph
---
Melting Point
-13 °C
Boiling Point
197,4 °C
Flash Point
111 °C
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
0,123 hPa (at 25 °C)
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
1,11 g/cm3 (at 20 °C)
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
43 Vol %
Lower Explosive Limit
3,2 Vol %
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
398 °C
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
-1.36
Solubility In Water
Fully miscible
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
16,1 mPas (at 25 °C)
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications

Reactivity

No further relevant information available

Hazardous reactions

Risk of explosion with: Perchloric acid

Avoid

No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications

Incompatible

Strong oxidants, Chlorosulphonic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Sulphuric acid, Aluminium, Substances with highly reactive hydroxyl groups

Decomposition

No hazardous decomposition products if instructions for storage and handling are followed

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

12.1 Toxicity

Aquatic toxicity: EC₅₀ > 1995 mg/l (Bacteriae) (0,5 h) EC₅₀/48h >10000 mg/l (Algae) > 100 mg/l (Daphnia magna) (OECD 202) EC₅₀/96h 6500-13000 mg/l (Selenastrum capricornutum) LC₅₀/96h 72860 mg/l (Pimephales promelas) 18500 mg/l (Oncorhynchus mykiss)

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Readily biodegradable Henry's Law constant H [atm m⁻³/mol] 0.1327 atm m⁻³/mol (25 °C) Other information: The Henry's Law constant indicates that the substance does not evaporate from water surfaces. Biological degradation: 100% after 10 days OECD 301 A Photochemical degradation: DT50: 46.3 h

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

log POW < 0 - not lipophilic, no bioaccumulation

12.4 Mobility in soil

No further relevant information available Adsorption coefficient Koc: 1 Other information: Based on a low adsorption coefficient Koc, a high mobility in soil is assumed.

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT: Substance characteristics do not meet screening criteria. vPvB: Substance characteristics do not meet screening criteria.

The substance does not meet the screening criteria for PBT or vPvB.

12.6 Other adverse effects

No further relevant information available

No further relevant information available

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system. Must be specially treated adhering to official regulations. Must be recycled or disposed of according to the regulations.

Disposal

Must be recycled or disposed of according to the regulations.

Waste Codes

07 01 04 other organic solvents, washing liquids and mother liquors EWC
14

Transport Information

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

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed

Take note of Directive 94/33/EC on the protection of young people at work. Take note of Directive 92/85/EC on the safety and health of pregnant workers at work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for MEG?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of MEG?

MEG is a viscous appearing as viscous, colourless, clear with colourless color. It has odourless odor.

What is MEG used for?

Pharmaceuticals Raw material for industrial applications Manufacture of polymers Paints and varnishes Additive for hydraulic oils Use in laboratories (industrial)

What are the hazard statements for MEG?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H373: May cause damage to the kidneys through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral.

What is the melting point of MEG?

The melting point is -13 °C and the boiling point is 197,4 °C.