Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
111-76-2
Name of the chemical
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE)
Concentration
<99.5%
General Information
Version
1.1
Revision date
2014-05-08
Product name
GLYCOL ETHER EB
Product Synonyms
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether; Glycol butyl ether; Butyl
Chemical name
2-butoxyethanol
CAS No.
111-76-2
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Solvent, Stabilizers, Intermediate
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Equistar Chemicals, LP
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
product.safety@lyondellbasell.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227, H302, H315, H319, H336
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable Liquids Category 4 Acute toxicity, Oral Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ systemic toxicity - single Category 3 exposure, Central nervous system GHS Classification Scale (1= severe hazard; 4= slight hazard)
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H227 Combustible liquid. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. P330 Rinse mouth. 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. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Storage
P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazards
Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking
