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EC/CAS
111-76-2
Name of the chemical
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE)
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2019-12-19
Product name
ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER
Substance name
ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER
CAS No.
111-76-2
1.2.2. Uses advised against
"soluble" mineral oils to hold soap in solution and to improve the emulsifying properties and laboratory reagent
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
CHEM-SUPPLY PTY LTD
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H312, H315, H319, H332
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute Toxicity - Dermal: Category 4 of the Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 2 substance/mixture Acute Toxicity - Inhalation: Category 4 Acute Toxicity - Oral: Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 2
Signal word
WARNING
Hazard statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed. (s) H312 Harmful in contact with skin. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H332 Harmful if inhaled.
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Exclamation mark
Prevention
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P330 Rinse mouth. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Precautionary P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Further information
This chemical has been the subject of a PEC reort by NICNAS. Full Public Report - Riority Existing Chemical No.6 - 2-butoxtethanol, NOHSC, 1996. This can be downloaded at: http//www.nicnas.gov.au/publications/CAR/PEC/PEC6/PEC6index.htm
