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Date Prepared: 03/31/99
Last Reviewed: 11/28/2007
MSDS No: 999.0016405-006.010I
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Material Identity
Product Name: ETHYLENE GLYCOL LOW COND/IRON & CL FREE
General or Generic ID: GLYCOL
Company Emergency Telephone Number:
PolyScience 1-800-ASHLAND (1-800-274-5263)
6600 West Touhy Avenue 24 hours everyday
Niles, IL 60714, USA
847-647-0611 Regulatory Information Number:
1-800-325-3751
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient(s) CAS Number % (by weight)
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ETHYLENE GLYCOL 1 07-21-1 100.0
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Potential Health Effects
Eye
Can cause eye irritation. Symptoms include stinging, tearing, redness, and swelling of eyes.
Skin
May cause mild skin irritation. Symptoms may include redness and burning of skin. Although rare, skin
contact with ethylene glycol may cause allergic skin reaction (delayed skin rash which may be followed by
blistering, scaling and other skin effects). Passage of this material into the body through the skin is possible,
and may add to toxic effects from breathing or swallowing.
Swallowing
Swallowing small amounts of this material during normal handling is not likely to cause harmful effects.
Swallowing large amounts may be harmful. Liver, kidney and brain damage in humans has resulted from
swallowing lethal or near-lethal amounts of ethylene glycol.
Inhalation
It is possible to breathe this material under certain conditions of handling and use (for example, during
heating, spraying, or stirring). Breathing small amounts of this material during normal handling is not likely to
cause harmful effects. Breathing large amounts may be harmful. Symptoms usually occur at air
concentrations higher than the recommended exposure limits (See Section 8).
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Symptoms of Exposure
Signs and symptoms of exposure to this material through breathing, swallowing, and/or passage of the
material through the skin may include: stomach or intestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) irritation
(nose, throat, airways), cough, central nervous system excitation (giddiness, liveliness, light-headed feeling)
followed by central nervous system depression (dizziness, drowsiness, weakness, fatigue, nausea,
headache, unconsciousness) and other central nervous system effects, involuntary eye movement, cyanosis
(causes blue coloring of the skin and nails from lack of oxygen), lung edema (fluid buildup in the lung tissue),
kidney damage, liver damage, convulsions, coma, and death.
Target Organ Effects
Over exposure to this material (or its components) has been suggested as a cause of the following
effects in laboratory animals: reproductive effects, kidney damage, liver damage, Overexposure to this
material (or its components) has been suggested as a cause of the following effects in humans: kidney
damage, liver damage.
Developmental Information
Ethylene glycol has caused birth defects in animal studies at high oral doses.
Cancer Information
This material is not expected to cause cancer in humans since it did not cause cancer in laboratory
animals. This material is not listed as a carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the
National Toxicology Program, or the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Other Health Effects
No data
Primary Route(s) of Entry
Inhalation, Skin absorption, Skin contact, Eye contact, Ingestion - Industrial products are not meant to be
swallowed.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes
If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes
gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention.
Skin
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek
medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse.
Swallowing
Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place
individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center
for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.
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Inhalation
If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek
medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate
medical attention.
Note to Physicians
This product contains ethylene glycol. Ethanol decreases the metabolism of ethylene glycol to toxic
metabolites. Ethanol should be administered as soon as possible in cases of severe poisoning since the
elimination half-life of ethylene glycol is 3 hours. If medical care will be delayed several hours, give the
patient three to four 1-ounce oral "shots" of 86-proof or higher whiskey before or during transport to the
hospital. Hemodialysis effectively removes ethylene glycol and its metabolites from the body. Effects of
acute ethylene glycol poisoning appear in three fairly distinct stages. The initial stage occurs shortly after
exposure, lasts 6-12 hours, and is characterized by central nervous system effects (transient exhilaration,
nausea, vomiting, and in severe cases, coma, convulsions, and possible death). The second stage lasts
from 12-36 hours after exposure and is initiated by the onset of coma. This phase is characterized by
tachypnia, tachycardia, mild hypotension, cyanosis, and in severe cases, pulmonary edema,
bronchopneumonia, cardiac enlargement, and congestive failure. The final stage occurs 24-72 post-
exposure and is characterized by renal failure, ranging from a mild increase in blood urea nitrogen and
creatinine followed by recovery, to complete anuria with acute tubular necrosis that can lead to death.
Oxaluria is found in most cases. The most significant laboratory finding in ethylene glycol intoxication is
severe metabolic acidosis. Preexisting disorders of the following organs (or organ systems) may be
aggravated by exposure to this material: lung (for example, asthma-like conditions), liver, kidney, central
nervous system, Exposure to this material may aggravate any preexisting condition sensitive to a decrease
in available oxygen, such as chronic lung disease, coronary artery disease or anemias.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point : 240.0 F (115.5 C) COC
Explosive Limit : (for product) Lower 3.2 Upper 15.3 %
Auto ignition Temperature : 748.0 F (397.7 C)
Hazardous Products of Combustion : May form: carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
Fire and Explosion Hazards : Never use welding or cutting torch on or near drum (even empty) because
product (even just residue) can ignite explosively. Extinguishing Media : water fog, carbon dioxide, dry
chemical.
Fire Fighting Instructions :
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece operated in the positive pressure demand
mode
with appropriate turn-out gear and chemical resistant personal protective equipment. Refer to the personal
protective equipment section of this MSDS. No special precautions necessary when fighting fires involving
this
product.
NFPA Rating : Health - 1, Flammability - 1, Reactivity - 0
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Small Spill
Absorb liquid on vermiculite, floor absorbent or other absorbent material. Persons not wearing proper
personal protective equipment should be excluded from area of spill. Collect material with vacuum cleaner.
Large Spill
Persons not wearing protective equipment should be excluded from area of spill until clean-up has been
completed. Stop spill at source, dike area of spill to prevent spreading, pump liquid to salvage tank.
Remaining liquid may be taken up on sand, clay, earth, floor absorbent, or other absorbent material and
shoveled into containers. Do not flush into sewers. Material should be placed in a container for recovery or
transfer to a disposal facility.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied. Since emptied containers retain product
residues (vapor, liquid, and/or solid), all hazard precautions given in the data sheet must be observed.
Warning
Sudden release of hot organic chemical vapors or mists from process equipment operating at elevated
temperature and pressure, or sudden ingress of air into vacuum equipment, may result in ignitions without
the presence of obvious ignition sources. Published "autoignition" or "ignition" temperature values cannot be
treated as safe operating temperatures in chemical processes without analysis of the actual process
conditions. Any use of this product in elevated temperature processes should be thoroughly evaluated to
establish and maintain safe operating conditions.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye Protection
Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations
also permit other type safety glasses. Consult your safety representative.
Skin Protection
Wear resistant gloves such as: natural rubber, nitrile rubber, polyvinyl chloride, polyvinyl alcohol,
polyethylene, neoprene -- unsupported, neoprene - supported, Your local safety equipment and protective
clothing supplier can provide alternative glove recommendations for your specific applications., To prevent
repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots..
Respiratory Protections
If workplace exposure limit(s) of product or any component is exceeded (see exposure guidelines), a
NIOSH/MSHA approved air supplied respirator is advised in absence of proper environmental control.
OSHA regulations also permit other NIOSH/MSHA respirators (negative pressure type) under specified
conditions (see your industrial hygienist). Engineering or administrative controls should be implemented to
reduce exposure.
Engineering Controls
Provide sufficient mechanical (general and/or local exhaust) ventilation to maintain exposure below
TLV(s).
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Exposure Guidelines
Component
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ETHYLENE GLYCOL (107-21-1)
OSHA VPEL 50.000 ppm - Ceiling
ACGIH TLV 100.000 mg/m3 - Ceiling as an aerosol
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point : (for product) 387.0 F (197.2 C) @ 760 mmHg
Vapor Pressure : (for product) > .100 mmHg @ 68.00 F
Specific Vapor Density : 2.140 @ AIR=1
Specific Gravity : 1.115 @ 68.00 F
Liquid Density : 9.280 lbs/gal @ 68.00 F
1.115 kg/l @ 20.00 C
Percent Volatiles : No data
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)
100.000 %
> 999.000 g/l
9.280 lbs/gall
Evaporation Rate : 1.00 (BU AC)
Appearance : COLORLESS LIQUID
State : LIQUID
Physical Form : HOMOG
Color : CLEAR WATER-WHITE
Odor : SLIGHT
pH : No data
Viscosity : 17.4 cps
Freezing Point : 9.0癋, -12.7癈
Molecular Weight : 62.1
Solubility in Water : COMPLETE
Bulk Density: 1.240 lbs/ft3
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous Polymerization
Product will not undergo hazardous polymerization.
Hazardous Decomposition
May form: carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
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Chemical Stability
Stable.
Incompatibility
Avoid contact with: heat, strong acids, strong alkalies, strong oxidizing agents.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Waste Management Information
Destroy by liquid incineration in accordance with applicable regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Information - 49 CFR 172.101
DOT Description: OTHER REGULATED SUBSTANCES , LIQUID, N.O.S.,9,NA3082,III
Container/Mode : 55 GAL DRUM/TRUCK PACKAGE
NOS Component : ETHYLENE GLYCOL
RQ (Reportable Quantity) - 49 CFR 172.101
Product Quantity (lbs) Component
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5000 ETHYLENE GLYCOL
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Federal Regulations
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) Status TSCA (UNITED STATES) The intentional ingredients of this
product are listed.
CERCLA RQ - 40 CFR 302.4(a)
Component RQ (lbs)
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ETHYLENE GLYCOL 5000
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SARA 302 Components - 40 CFR 355 Appendix A
None
Section 311/312 Hazard Class - 40 CFR 370.2
Immediate(X) Delayed(X) Fire( ) Reactive( ) Sudden Release of Pressure( )
SARA 313 Components - 40 CFR 372.65
Section 313 Component(s) CAS Number %
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ETHYLENE GLYCOL 107-21-1 100.00
International Regulations
Inventory Status : Not determined
State and Local Regulations
California Proposition 65 : None
New Jersey RTK Label Information
ETHYLENE GLYCOL 107-21-1
Pennsylvania RTK Label Information
1,2-ETHANEDIOL 107-21-1
16. OTHER INFORMATION
The information accumulated herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be whether
originating with the company or not. Recipients are advised to confirm in advance of need that the
information is current, applicable, and suitable to their circumstances.
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