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DIPROPYLENEGLYCOL MONOMETHYLETHER ICSC: 0884
DIPROPYLENEGLYCOL MONOMETHYLETHER
(2-Methoxymethylethoxy)-propanol
DPGME
C7H16O3/H3COC3H6OC3H6OH
Molecular mass: 148.2
CAS # 34590-94-8
RTECS # JM1575000
ICSC # 0884
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames. NO contact with strong oxidants.
Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 74°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 74°C use a closed system, ventilation.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
EXPOSURE
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!

  • INHALATION

    		• Ventilation.
    		Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Dry skin.
    		Protective gloves.

  • EYES

    		• Safety spectacles.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION

    		• Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Give water to drink.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
    		Separated from oxidants. Cool. Ventilation along the floor.

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    ICSC: 0884 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

    DIPROPYLENEGLYCOL MONOMETHYLETHER ICSC: 0884

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     COLOURLESS LIQUID , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     The substance can presumably form explosive peroxides in contact with air. Reacts violently with strong oxidants.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV: 100 ppm; 606 mg/m3 (skin) (ACGIH 1991-1992).


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion.

    INHALATION RISK:
     A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 190°C
    Melting point: -80°C
    Relative density (water = 1): 0.95
    Solubility in water: very good
    Vapour pressure, Pa at 26°C: 53.2
    		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.1
    Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.0
    Flash point: 74°C
    Auto-ignition temperature: 270°C
    Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.3-10.4
    ENVIRONMENTAL
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    NOTES
    4 structure-isomers of dipropyleneglycol monomethylether are known. Check for peroxides prior to distillation; render harmless if positive. Dowanol DPM, Dowanol 50 B, Ucar solvent 2LM, Arcosolv DPM and Solvenon DPM are trade names.
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    ICSC: 0884 DIPROPYLENEGLYCOL MONOMETHYLETHER
    © IPCS, CEC, 1993
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