Ethylene Glycol (All Grades)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA ‘Emergen y This material is HAZARDOUS by

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WARNING! Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Harmiul if inhaled or absorbed through the skin. May cause irritation to skin, eyes, end respiratory tract. Affects central nervous system. Physical State Viscous liquid. Color Clear, colorless. Odor Slight sweet odor. Odor Threshold = +_—No value available,

Principle Routes of Exposure

Skin. Inhalation Eye . Validation date 05/12/2003 MONOETHYLENE GLYCOL Version No: 1.9 Signs and Symptoms of Acute Exposure See component suminary. ¢ 1,2-Ethanediol May be irritating to the eyes, skin, and respiratory system. May cause effects to the kidneys and central nervous system resulting in kidney failure and brain injury. ¢ Diethylene glycol This substance may cause effects on the central nervous system, liverand kidneys. Skin Irritating to the skin. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause dermatitis. May be absorbed through the skin and cause toxic effects similar to those resulting from inhalation exposure, Inhalation Can cause pulmonary edema if aspirated into lungs. May produce symptoms of central nervous system depression including headache, dizziness, nausea, euphoria, loss of equilibrium, drowsiness, visual disturbances, fatigue, unconsciousness and respiratory arrest. Eye May be irritating to the eyes. ~ Ingestion Central nervous system symptoms similar to those by inhalation, followed by rapid breathing, increased heart rate, possible toxicity to the. kidneys, decreased urine volume and severe metabolic acidosis.

Potential chronic health

See component summary. e 1,2-Ethanedio! Prolonged or repeated inhalation or ingestion may result in kidney and liver changes. ¢ Diethylene glycol No adverse chronic human health effects have been reported for this material. Conditions Aggravated by Exposure Pre-existing liver or kidney disorders Take proper precautions to ensure your own health and safety before attempting rescue and providing first aid. For specific inforrnation refer to the Emergency Overview in Section 3 of this MSDS. oo. . Inhalation Immediately remove victim to fresh air. If victim has stopped breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY, Eye Thoroughly flush the eyes with large amounts of clean low-pressure water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids, If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Skin Immediately remove excess chemica! and contaminated clothing: thoroughly wash contaminated skin with mild soap and water. Ifirritation persists after washing, seek medical attention. Thoroughly clean contaminated clothing before reuse; discard contaminated leather goods (gloves, shoes, belts, wallets, etc.). Ingestion NEVER GIVE ANYTHING BY MOUTH TO AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON. Have patient drink several glasses of water then induce vomiting by having patient tickle back of throat with finger. If vomiting does occur, have victim lean forward to reduce risk of aspiration. Immediately seek medical attention. SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES — NFPA‘ Health 4; Fire 1) Reactivity 0; Others:

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OSHAINEPA Class ILA Combustible Liquid. Flash Point: 116 °C (244 °F) PMCC _ Auto-Ignition Validation date 05/12/2003 MONOETHYLENE GLYCOL VersionNo: 1.8 Temperature 398 °C (748 °F) Flammable Limits: LOWER: 3.2 val% UPPER: 15.3 val% Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides (CO, CO2) Special Conditions to Avoid: Ethylene glycol mist in air is a moderate fire and explosion hazard. Individuals should perform only those fire-fighting procedures for which they have been trained. Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus in the pasitive pressure mode with a full facepiece when there is a possibility of exposure to smoke, fumes or hazardous decomposition products. Coo! tanks and containers exposed to fire with water. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Extinguishing Media Use: Dry chemical. alcohol-resistant foarn or CO2 (carbon dioxide) Fire Fighting Instructions: Protective Equipment/Clothing: Wear an approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and firefighter turnout gear. i INSTRUCTIONS: i t I SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Release Response Contain spill with dike to prevent entry into sewers or waterways. For large spills, dike and pump into properly labeled containers for reclamation or disposal. For small spills, soak up with absorbent material and place in properly labeled containers for disposal. All recovered material should be packaged, labeled, transported and disposed of or reclaimed in conformance with applicable laws and regulations and in conformance with good engineering practices. Reclaim where possible. Reportable Quantities: See Section 15: Regulatory Information. SECTION 7: HANDLING AND S’ Containers, even those that have been emptied, will retain product residue and vapor and should be handled as if they were full. Do not eat, drink or smoke in areas where this material is used. After handling, always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Do not handle near heat, sparks, or flame. Avoid contact with incompatible agents. Use only with adequate ventilation/personal protection. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not enter storage area unless adequately ventilated. Metal containers involved in the transfer of this materia! should be grounded and bonded. |

Storage

Store containers in a cool, dry, ventilated, fire resistant area away from sources of ignition and incompatible materials.Keep container tightly closed and properly labeled, SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION p ' s ‘ g levels below recommended exposure limits. Emergency shower and eyewash facility should be in close proximity (ANSI 2358.1) Personal Protection: Inhalation A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 or ANS! 288.2 requirements must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use. Where unknown concentrations are encountered or during an emergency, use NIOSH approved supplied air respirators. Skin: Wear chemical resistant gloves such as rubber, neoprene or vinyl. Appropriate protective clothing should be worn to prevent skin contact. . Validation date 05/12/2003 MONOETHYLENE GLYCOL VersionNo: 1.9 Eye: Wear safety glasses as minimum eye protection. Conditions may warrant the use of chemical goggles and possibly a face shield. Consult your standard operating procedure or safety professional for advice. Use protective eye and face devices that comply with ANS] Z87.1-1987, SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHE | Boiling Point: 198 °C (388 °F) pH: Not applicable. | Vapor Pressure: 0.05 mm Hg No Data Available. @ 20°C Viscosity: Specific Gravity: Solid/Liquid: 1.1135 (Water = 1) Water Solubility: soluble in all proportions. Vapor: 2.14 (Air = 1.0) Octanol/Water Partition Melting/ Freezing Coefficient in Kow: “1.4 - -1.9 Point: -13 °C (9 °F) Evaporation Rate: No Data Available. SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical y The product is stable. Conditions to Avoid None. Incompatibility with: Hazardous Products of Decomposition: Carbon Monoxide and Carbon dioxide. Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous polymerization will not occur. Reactions with Airand Water Does not react with air or water. IN 44: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Summary This substance appears to be of low toxicity, except for possible mild irritant effects in humans. A high dose may | produce central nervous system depression, but there are no reports of adverse health effects fram occupational | exposure. See component summary. | CARCINOGENICITY: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA. Component Summary: ¢ 1,2-Ethanedjol LC50 (Inhl) Rat 10876 MG/KG LD50 (Oral) Rat 4700 MG/KG LD50 (Oral) Mouse 5500 MG/KG LD50 (Skin) Rabbit 9530 ULIKG . Validation Date: 05/12/2003, MONOETHYLENE GLYCOL Version No: 1.9 SKIN EFFECTS: This substance is a mild skin irritant. EYE EFFECTS: This product is expected to be a mild eye irritant. Target Organ Effects CNS depressant. May cause liver and/or kidney damage. Reproductive / Development Effects Ethylene glycol produces birth defects when orally administered to pregnant mice and rats at doses of 500 and 1000 mg/kg/day, respectively, during gestation. The no-effect levels for these effects were 150 and 500 mg/kg/day, respectively, in the mouse and rat. Minimal evidence for birth defects were detected in the offspring of mice exposed to aerosol concentrations up to 2500 mg/m3, 6hrs/day during gestation. Dermal exposure of pregnant mice to 3549 mg/kg/day during gestation produced no maternal toxicity and minimal if any birth defects. There is no current information to suggest that ethylene glycol produces birth defects in humans. ¢ Diethylene glycol L.D50 (Oral) Rat 12,600 MG/KG LD50 (Oral) Mouse 23,700 MG/KG | LD50 (Skin) Rabbit 11,900 MG/KG CARCINOGENICITY: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA. « Water Repeated Dose Toxicity Not Applicable. Ecotoxicity: Laboratory toxicity tests have indicated that EG is not significantly toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates, although amphibians such as toads and frogs may be more sensitive. Wildlife species are more susceptible to ethylene glycol since mammals and birds do not readily metabolize this material. The odor and flavor of EG may attract some wildlife and cause them to consume spilled material.