| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Ethyl glycolate | 【Synonyms】
Acetic acid, hydroxy-, ethyl ester
Ethyl 2-hydroxyacetate
Ethyl glycolate
Glycolic acid, ethyl ester | 【CAS】
623-50-7 | 【Formula】
C4H8O3 | 【Molecular Weight】
104.1 | 【EINECS】
210-798-4 | 【RTECS】
MC5410000 | 【RTECS Class】
Primary Irritant | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1743766 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-03-00-00580 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Clear, colorless liquid. | 【Solubility in water】
Very soluble | 【Boiling Point】
157 | 【Vapor Pressure】
1 (25 C) | 【Density】
1.1078 g/cm3 (0 C) | 【pKa/pKb】
13.14 (pKa) | 【Partition Coefficient】
-.54 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
45.8 kJ/mol | 【Vapor Density】
3.6 | 【Refractive Index】
1.418 (20 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. | 【Eyes】
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Wash clothing before reuse. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
May cause cyanosis, characterized by bluish-colored skin. Causes respiratory tract irritation. | 【Skin】
Causes skin irritation. Absorption into the body may cause cyanosis. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause cyanosis, characterized by bluish skin. | 【Hazards】
Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. | 【UN (DOT)】
1760 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | 【Exposure Effects】
May cause methemoglobinemia, which is characterized by chocolate-brown colored blood, headache, weakness, dizziness, breath shortness, cyanosis, rapid heart rate, unconsciousness and possible death. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
62 | 【Fire Fighting】
Extinguish using agent most appropriate for surrounding fire. | 【Fire Potential】
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Stability】
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. | 【Combustion Products】
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. |
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