Colonial Chemical Solutions, Inc.
Material Safety Data Sheet ?Ethylene Glycol
SECTION I ?PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
CHEMTREC ?24HR Emergency Telephone 1-800-424-9300
Manufacturers Address: Information Phone: (912) 443-6702 1
916 West Lathrop Avenue Date Prepared: 18 Sept 08
Savannah, Georgia 31415 Preparer: F.Spaeth
2 0
NFPA Rating
Synonym: EG, Ethylene Glycol
0- Minimal 1- Slight 2- Moderate
Chemical Family: Glycol
3- Serious 4- Extreme
SECTION II ?HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL NAME CAS Number %WT TWA STEL
1,2-ethanediol 107-21-1 100 50 ppm 50 ppm
SECTION III ?HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION
Potential Acute Health Effects: Immediate Health Hazard, repeated skin contact may aggravate an existing dermatitis.
Potential Chronic Health Effects: Delayed Health Hazard, repeated ingestion may cause kidney damage.
SECTION IV ?PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point Range: 388 癋 Vapor Density (Air=1): 2.1
pH: 6.5 Vapor Pressure (mmHg): 0.1
Solubility In Water: Miscible VOC %: <1.0
Appearance/Odor: Clear colorless liquid with mild odor. Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.12
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 8 癋
SECTION V ?FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point: 244 0F
Auto Ignition: Not determined.
Extinguishing Media: Water spray, CO2, dry chemical, or foam are recommended to extinguish flames.
Flammable Limits: Lower: N/D Upper: N/D
Fire Fighting Procedures: Cool fire-exposed containers with water spray to prevent container weakening and possible
rupture. Wear positive pressure breathing apparatus and structural firefighter's protective clothing. Approach fire from
upwind to avoid hazardous vapors and decomposition products.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None
SECTION VI ?STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal use and storage conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme Temperatures and heated vapors.
Incompatibility: Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of Carbon, irritating aldehydes and ketones may be formed on burning.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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SECTION VII ?STORAGE AND HANDLING
Precautions To Be Taken In Handling and Storage: Always store in tightly sealed, properly labeled, original container.
Store in a cool, dry well ventilated area. Minimum feasible handling temperatures should be maintained.
Other Precautions: Water contamination should be avoided.
SECTION VIII ?HEALTH AND FIRST AID
Skin: Slightly irritating. Repeated or prolonged contact can cause defatting and dry skin irritation.
Eyes: Slightly irritating. Transitory discomfort may be experienced.
Inhalation: High vapor concentrations may be irritating to respiratory system. Breathing of vapor may cause headaches,
irritation of throat and may cause central nervous system depression.
Ingestion: Product is low to slightly toxic. May cause gastric distress, diarrhea and vomiting.
FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
Eyes: Flush with large amounts of cool running water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists get medical attention.
Skin: Wash skin with soap and water. If irritation persists seek medical attention.
Inhalation: For excessive inhalation remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult seek medical attention.
Ingestion: DO NOT induce vomiting. Drink large amounts of water. Seek medical attention immediately.
SECTION IX ?EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye Protection: Eye Protection when pouring. Goggles, safety glasses with side shields are recommended.
Respiratory Protection: Where adequate ventilation is not available an approved NIOSH organic vapor respirator must
be worn. In confined areas, use a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Skin Protection: Wear chemical resistant gloves.
Ventilation: General Mechanical ventilation to prevent TLV from exceeding control limits.
Protective Clothing: Selection of protective clothing depends on potential exposure conditions and may include gloves,
aprons and other protective items.
Other Equipment: Eye wash station and shower in close proximity to use are advised
SECTION X ?ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Small Spill: Stop source of spill. Absorb on inert media and collect into suitable container.
Large Spill: Shut off or plug source of spill. Dike area to contain spill. Maximize recovery of as much liquid as possible
into a suitable container. Absorb residual on inert media and collect into suitable container.
Personal Protection in Case of Large Spill: Wear protective equipment and/or garments as described in Section IX as
conditions warrant.
SECTION XI ?DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method: Avoid contaminating ground and surface water. Prevent material from entering sewer and
ground water systems. Do not flush to drain. Not a RCRA hazardous waste if discarded in its purchased form. It is the
responsibility of the user to determine at the time of disposal, whether the product meets RCRA criteria for hazardous
waste.
Follow local, state and federal regulations for disposal
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SECTION XII ?TRANSPORTAION
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated by U.S. DOT
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packaging Group:
SECTION XIII ?TOXICOLOGY
Carcinogenicity: Not NTP listed.
Mutagenicity: No data available.
Reproductive: Oral administration of ethylene glycol to pregnant experimental animals has been shown to cause birth
defects in the offspring.
Sensitization: Not considered a sensitizer
SECTION XIV ?REGULATORY
RMP/PSM: Not listed.
CERCLA-RQ: 5000 Lbs
EPCRA 311/312: Yes, see Section III.
EPCRA 313: Yes
FIFRA: No documented information available.
RCRA-CODE: No Hazardous Waste Identification.
TSCA: Listed
SECTION XV ?OTHER INFORMATION
The information contained on this Material Safety Data Sheet is considered accurate as of the date of publication. It is
not necessarily all inclusive nor fully adequate in every circumstance. The suggestions should not be confused with, nor
followed in violation of applicable laws, regulations, rules or insurance requirements. No warranty, express or implied, of
merchantability, fitness, accuracy of data, or the results to be obtained from the use thereof is made. The vendor
assumes no responsibility for injury or damages resulting from the inappropriate use of this product.
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