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112-34-5

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                              SIGMA-ALDRICH

Material Safety Data Sheet

Date Printed: 14/FEB/2005
Date Updated: 12/MAR/2004
Version 1.3
According to 91/155/EEC

Classified as Hazardous according to the criteria of EU Annex 1 and
NOHSC.

1 - Product and Company Information

Product Name DIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER
Product Number 32250

Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty, Ltd
Unit 2, 14 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 1765
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555
Fax +61 2 9841 0500
Emergency Phone # +61 2 9841 0566

2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients

Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
DI(ETHYLENE GLYCOL) BUTYL ETHER 112-34-5 203-961-6 603-096-00-8

Formula C8H18O3
Molecular Weight 162.23 AMU
Synonyms BUCB * Butoxydiethylene glycol * Butoxydiglycol
* 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol * Butyl carbitol *
O-Butyl diethylene glycol * Butyl dioxitol *
Diethylene glycol n-butyl ether * Diethylene
glycol monobutyl ether * Diglycol monobutyl
ether * Dowanol DB * Ektasolve DB * Glycol ether
DB * Jeffersol DB * Poly-Solv DB

3 - Hazards Identification

SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Irritating to eyes.


4 - First Aid Measures

AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.

AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts
of water for at least 15 minutes.

AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.

5 - Fire Fighting Measures

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate
foam.

SPECIAL RISKS
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

6 - Accidental Release Measures

PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and
heavy rubber gloves.

METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for
disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.

7 - Handling and Storage

HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe vapor. Avoid
contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or
repeated exposure.

STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed. Store under nitrogen.

8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Mechanical exhaust required. Safety shower and eye bath.

GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.

EXPOSURE LIMITS - DENMARK
Source Type Value
OEL TWA 100 mg/m3

EXPOSURE LIMITS - GERMANY
Source Type Value
TRGS 900 OEL 100 mg/m3
Remarks: =1=
Remarks: Y

EXPOSURE LIMITS - SWEDEN
Source Type Value
LLV (Level100 mg/m3
15 ppm

EXPOSURE LIMITS - SWITZERLAND
Source Type Value
OEL OEL 100 mg/m3


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Remarks: C

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator.
Hand Protection: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.

9 - Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance Physical State: Liquid
Color: Colorless

Property Value At Temperature or Pressure

pH N/A
BP/BP Range 231 藲C 760 mmHg
MP/MP Range -68 藲C
Flash Point 99 藲C Method: closed cup
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp 204 藲C
Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits Lower: 0.9 %
Upper: 6.2 %
Vapor Pressure 30 mmHg 130 藲C
SG/Density 0.953 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient Log Kow: 0.56
Viscosity N/A
Vapor Density 5.6 g/l
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content < 0.1 %
Surface Tension N/A
Conductivity N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A

10 - Stability and Reactivity

STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

11 - Toxicological Information

RTECS NUMBER: KJ9100000

ACUTE TOXICITY

LD50
Oral
Rat
5660 mg/kg


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LD50
Oral
Mouse
2400 mg/kg

LD50
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
850 MG/KG
Remarks: Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration:Other changes. Kidney,
Ureter, Bladder:Changes in tubules (including acute renal
failure, acute tubular necrosis). Blood:Changes in spleen.

LD50
Oral
Rabbit
2200 mg/kg

LD50
Skin
Rabbit
2700 mg/kg

LD50
Oral
Guinea pig
2000 mg/kg
Remarks: Behavioral:General anesthetic. Gastrointestinal:Other
changes. Kidney, Ureter, Bladder:Other changes.

IRRITATION DATA

Eyes
Rabbit
20 mg
Remarks: Severe irritation effect

Eyes
Rabbit
20 mg
24H
Remarks: Moderate irritation effect

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be
irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.

TARGET ORGAN INFORMATION
Liver. Kidneys. Blood.

12 - Ecological Information

BIOACCUMULATION POTENTIAL: No indication of


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bioaccumulation.

ECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS
Test Type: LC0 Fish
Species: Leuciscus idus
Time: 48 h
Value: > 1,000 mg/l

Test Type: EC50 Daphnia
Species: Daphnia magna
Time: 48 h
Value: > 100 mg/l

Test Type: IC50 Algae
Species: Scenedesmus subspicatus
Time: 24 h
Value: > 100 mg/l

13 - Disposal Considerations

SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible
solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an
afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.

14 - Transport Information

RID/ADR
Non-hazardous for road transport.

IMDG
Non-hazardous for sea transport.

IATA
Non-hazardous for air transport.

15 - Regulatory Information

CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
ANNEX I INDEX NUMBER: 603-096-00-8
INDICATION OF DANGER: Xi
Irritant.
R-PHRASES: 36
Irritating to eyes.
S-PHRASES: 24 26
Avoid contact with skin. In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Germany
WGK: 1

SWITZERLAND
SWISS POISON CLASS: FREI

16 - Other Information

WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not


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purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.

DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.




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