Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
109-86-4
Name of the chemical
2-methoxyethanol
Concentration
>95
General Information
Version
8
Revision date
2021-12-24
Product name
2-Methoxyethanol
Product Synonyms
Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether; Methyl cellosolve
CAS No.
109-86-4
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H332, H360D, H360F, H370, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child Causes damage to organs May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Harmful if inhaled
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharges Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing If exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Wash contaminated clothing before reuse In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids Category 3 Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 4 Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Target Organs - Immune system. Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Thymus. Label Elements Signal Word
