2-ethoxyethanol (EC: 203-804-1)
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Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P210 |
Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. |
P233 |
Keep container tightly closed. |
P240 |
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. |
P241 |
Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../] equipment. |
P242 |
Use only non-sparking tools. |
P243 |
Take precautionary measures against static discharge. |
P261 |
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P301+P317 |
IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help. |
P302+P352 |
IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/... |
P303+P361+P353 |
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water [or shower]. |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P316 |
Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P317 |
Get emergency medical help. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P330 |
Rinse mouth. |
P362+P364 |
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. |
P370+P378 |
In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P403+P235 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| OSHA PEL | 200 ppm |
| NIOSH REL | 0.5 ppm |
| NIOSH IDLH | 500 ppm |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
Colorless liquid with a sweet, pleasant, ether-like odor.
| Boiling Point | 275°F |
| Flash Point | 105°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 4 mmHg |
| Specific Gravity | 0.93 |
NFPA 704 Diamond
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Fire
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Synonyms
Cellosolve; EGEE; ethylene glycol monoethyl ether
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 8076
- OSHA PEL: OSHA Occupational Chemical Database
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
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