| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Ethylene glycol monophenyl ether | 【Synonyms】
2-(Phenoxy)ethanol
Arosol
Ethylene glycol monophenyl ether
Phenyl cellosolve | 【CAS】
122-99-6 | 【Formula】
C8H10O2 | 【Molecular Weight】
138.16999999999999 | 【EINECS】
204-589-7 | 【RTECS】
KM0350000 | 【RTECS Class】
Mutagen; Primary Irritant | 【Merck】
12,7410 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1364011 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-06-00-00571 | 【EC Index Number】
603-098-00-9 | 【EC Class】
Harmful; Irritant |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. | 【Solubility in water】
27 g/L | 【Melting Point】
13 | 【Boiling Point】
245 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.03 (20 C) | 【Density】
1.1094 g/cm3 | 【Partition Coefficient】
1.16 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
39.74 kJ/mol | 【Usage】
Fixative for perfumes, in organic synthesis, as bactericide in conjuction with quaternary ammonium compound, as insect repellent. | 【Vapor Density】
4.77 | 【Refractive Index】
1.5341 (17 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask. | 【Skin】
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash clothing before reuse. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
May cause respiratory tract irritation. | 【Skin】
Causes skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause central nervous system depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory failure. May cause kidney failure. May be harmful if swallowed. Lesions may appear in the brain, lungs, liver, meninges, and heart. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 22 36 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 |
| 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 protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | 【Exposure Effects】
Chronic ingestion may cause effects similar to those of acute ingestion. | 【Poison Class】
4 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
121 | 【Autoignition】
535 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Containers may explode when heated. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. | 【Upper exp. limit】
9.0 | 【Lower exp. limit】
1.4 | 【Fire Potential】
This chemical is combustible. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
1 | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents - acid chlorides - acid anhydrides. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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