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MSDS Document
Product Phenoxyethanol G/ Phenoxyethanol SP
1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Trade Name of this Product Phenoxyethanol G/ Phenoxyethanol SP
Synonyms: Phenoxyethanol G, Phenoxyethanol SP, Ethanol, 2-Phenoxy-, Ethylene Glycol
phenyl Ether, 2-Phenoxyethanol, Ethylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether
MSDS ID 9881
Phone Number
Phibrochem (201) 329-7300
65 Challenger Road Emergency Phone
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300
CHEMTREC International (703) 527-3887
Revision Date 4/8/2008
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Health Reactivity
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Specific
2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Weight % ACGIH TLV PEL STEL
2PHENOXYETHANOL 122-99-6 99% - 99.8%
3. Hazard Identification
Ingestion
May cause irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. Substance may be harmful if swallowed.
May cause severe central nervous system depression (including unconsciousness).
Inhalation
May cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract.
Eye
Can cause severe eye irritation. May cause corneal injury.
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Skin
May cause skin irritation. Repeated exposure may result in absorption of harmful amounts.
Target organ
Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause liver and kidney damage. Prolonged or repeated
exposure may cause damage to lungs, central nervous system, and blood circulatory
system.
4. First Aid Information
Eye
Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and
continue flushing for at least 15 minutes. Have eyes examined and tested by medical
personnel.
Skin
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention immediately. Thoroughly
wash (or discard) clothing and shoes before reuse.
Inhalation
Rescuers should put on appropriate protective gear. Remove from area of exposure. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Keep victim warm.
Get immediate medical attention.
Ingestion
If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Give victim a glass of water or milk. Call a physician
or poison control center immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point 121 C; 250 F
FP Method Open Cup
Flammable Properties
Combustible Liquid. Can form explosive mixtures at temperatures at or above the flashpoint.
During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition
or combustion.
Extinguishing Media
Use alcohol foam, carbon dioxide, or water spray when fighting fires involving this material.
Cool fire exposed containers with water spray. Exposure to extreme heat may cause
containers to burst.
Fire fighting instructions
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH
(approved or equivalent) and full protective gear. Water runoff can cause environmental
damage. Dike and collect water used to fight fire.
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6. Accidental Release Measures
Clean-up
Ventilate and evacuate area. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a disposal
container. Absorb spill with inert material (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place in a chemical
waste container. Do not flush to sewer.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing (dust,
vapor, mist, gas). Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Take precautionary measures
against static electricity.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place. Protect from heat and direct sunlight and isolated from
incompatible materials. Keep container closed when not in use. Keep away from food and
drinking water.
8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Engineering controls
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a
safety shower. Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary to control any air contaminants
to within their TLVs during the use of this product.
Respirators
A NIOSH-approved air purifying respirator with the appropriate cartridge or canister for the
hazards may be permissible under certain circumstances where airborne concentrations are
expected to exceed exposure limits. Protection provided by air purifying respirators is
limited. Use a positive-pressure air-supplied respirator if there is any potential for an
uncontrolled release, exposure levels are not known, or any other circumstances where
air-purifying respirators may not provide adequate protection.
Other clothing
Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) and a face shield. Use gloves, and other
body coverings, recommended for this material by manufacturers or suppliers based on test
data showing adequate permeation and penetration resistance.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Viscous Liquid
Specific Gravity 1.1094
Color/Appearance Clear, Colorless
Odor Faint aromatic odor
Boiling/Cond. Point 244.7 C @760 mm Hg
Melting/Freezing Point 13 C
Solubility 2.4 vol% @ 20 C
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Phenoxyethanol SP
Percent Volatile 100
Molecular Formula C8H10O2
Molecular Weight 138.17
Vapor Density 4.8
Vapor Pressure 5.2 kPa @ 20 C
10. Stability and Reactivity
Low hazard for usual industrial or commercial handling.
Thermal Stability
Stable under normal conditions of use and storage.
Incompatibility
Strong oxidizing agents.
Conditions to Avoid
Heat, flames, ignition sources and incompatibles.
Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide may form when heated to decomposition.
11. Toxicological Information
Carcinogen
NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No
Toxicity Data:
Oral Toxicity: LD50: 1260 Mg/Kg (Rat)
Eye Toxicity: MOD 6 Mg (Rabbit)
Eye Toxicity: SEV 250 ug/24H (Rabbit)
Skin Toxicity: LD50: 5000 Mg/Kg (Rabbit)
Skin Toxicity: MLD 500 Mg (Rabbit)
Skin Toxicity: MOD 500 Mg/24H (Rabbit)
12. Ecological Information
Keep out of waterways.
LC50: 345 Mg/L 96H(Flathead Minnow)
LC50: 32.4 ppm 5 Min (Photobacterium Phosphoreum)
13. Disposal Considerations
Disposal Method
Dispose in accordance with applicable federal, state, local environmental and regulatory
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requirements.
14. Transportation Information
DOT Hazard Class: Not DOT Regulated
Hazardous Ingredients: NA
Identification Number: NA
Packing Group: NA
Label: NA
DOT Shipping Name:
Phenoxyethanol G/ Phenoxyethanol SP
15. Regulatory Information
Toxic Substances Control Act(TSCA)
Chemical ingredients are on the TSCA inventory.
Superfund Reportable Quantity(RQ)
Not Regulated.
Hazardous Waste No.
Not Regulated.
Sara Title III (Section 313)
This product contains Certain Glycol Ethers which are subject to reporting.
For States Not Listed
Please check with the appropriate agencies.
California Proposition 65 Warning
This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, or
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Canadian Lists
DSL/NDSL
The ingredients are on the Domestic Substances List.
WHMIS
Ethylene Glycol is item number 723 from the ingredient disclosure list and is subject to
reporting at 1% threshold.
State Lists: This material contains ingredients that may be listed for reporting or disclosure
in the states of California, Illinois, Louisiana, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas. Please
check with the appropriate state agencies.
16. Other Information
All information presented herein is given in good faith and is based on sources and tests
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considered to be reliable, but cannot be guaranteed. It is the user's full responsibility to
accept risk for the safety, toxicity, handling, storage, and use of the product, as well as to
determine the suitability of the product for a specific purpose. We make no warranty as to
the results to be obtained in using the product; therefore all risks must be assumed by the
user.
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