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Ethylene glycol |
CAS 107-21-1 | ||
HOCH2CH2OH |
RTECS KW2975000 | ||
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Synonyms & Trade Names 1,2-Dihydroxyethane; 1,2-Ethanediol; Glycol; Glycol alcohol; Monoethylene glycol |
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Exposure
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NIOSH REL: See Appendix D | ||
| OSHA PEL†: none | |||
| IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion | ||
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Physical Description Clear, colorless, syrupy, odorless liquid. [antifreeze] [Note: A solid below 9°F.] |
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MW: 62.1 |
BP: 388°F |
FRZ: 9°F |
Sol: Miscible |
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VP: 0.06 mmHg |
IP: ? |
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Sp.Gr: 1.11 |
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Fl.P: 232°F |
UEL: 15.3% |
LEL: 3.2% |
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| Class IIIB Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 200°F. | |||
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong oxidizers, chromium trioxide, potassium permanganate, sodium peroxide [Note: Hygroscopic (i.e., absorbs moisture from the air).] |
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Measurement Methods NIOSH 5523; OSHA PV2024 See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection) Skin: Prevent skin contact Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: When contaminated Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: Daily |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Water wash immediately Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
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Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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| Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
| Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, nose, throat; nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion); dizziness, stupor, convulsions, central nervous system depression; skin sensitization | |
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
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| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0270 |