International Chemical Safety Cards

ETHYLENE GLYCOL ICSC: 0270
ETHYLENE GLYCOL
1,2-Ethanediol
1,2-Dihydroxyethane
HOCH2CH2OH
Molecular mass: 62.1
CAS # 107-21-1
RTECS # KW2975000
ICSC # 0270
EC # 603-027-00-1
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames.
Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION


 
EXPOSURE
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!

INHALATION Cough. Dizziness. Headache.
Ventilation.
Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN Dry skin. Redness.
Protective gloves.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
EYES Redness.
Safety goggles.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Abdominal pain. Dullness. Nausea. Unconsciousness. Vomiting.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Wash away remainder with plenty of water (extra personal protection: A/P2 filter respirator for organic vapour and harmful dust).
Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases. Dry. Ventilation along the floor.

Xn symbol
R: 22
S: 2
SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 0270 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

ETHYLENE GLYCOL ICSC: 0270

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
ODOURLESS, COLOURLESS, VISCOUS, HYDROSCOPIC LIQUID.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
On combustion, forms toxic gases. Reacts with strong oxidants and strong bases.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV: 50 ppm; 127 mg/m3 as CEILING (ACGIH 1993-1994).


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and through the skin.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the the kidneys and central nervous system , resulting in renal failure and brain injury. Exposure could cause lowering of consciousness.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
The substance may have effects on the central nervous system and eyes.
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: 198°C
Melting point: -13°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.1
Solubility in water: miscible
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 7
 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.1
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00
Flash point: 111°C (c.c.)
Auto-ignition temperature: 398°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 3.2-15.3
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
NOTES
The applying occupational exposure limit value should not be exceeded during any part of the working exposure.
NFPA Code: H 1; F 1; R 0;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0270 ETHYLENE GLYCOL
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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