Ethylene Glycol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Eye Damage/Irritation, Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 2 Sensitization - Skin, Category 1 PHYSICAL APPEARANCE Liquid IMMEDIATE CONCERNS May cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. May cause asphyxiation, or brain, lung or other organ injury if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed by the skin. HAZARDOUS WARNING LABEL: WARNING! Causes serious eye irritation Causes skin irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction

Precautionary statements

Avoid breathing vapours. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/ attention. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Potential health effects

EYES Liquid is may be irritating to the eyes. High vapor concentrations may also be irritating. SKIN Liquid may be irritating to the skin. Prolonged or repeated contact can result in drying of the skin which may result in skin irritation and dermatitis (rash). Liquid not likely to be absorbed through the skin. INGESTION Ingestion may cause irritation and damage to mucous membranes. INHALATION Vapors may be irritating to the nose, throat, and respiratory tract. Prolonged inhalation may cause headaches or nausea. CHRONIC No chronic health concerns known. CARCINOGENICITY This material is not currently known to have carcinogenic properties. MUTAGENICITY This material is not know to have mutagenic effects on genetic material. IRRITANCY: This material may cause irritation to the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. Use correct PPE when handling this material. REPRODUCTIVE TOXICIITY REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS This material is not known to cause any reproductive system damage.

Teratogenic Effects

This material is not known to contain any teratogenic substances. 3. COMPOSITION/CHEMICAL INFORMATION Chemical Name CAS Number Weight % *2-Butoxy Ethanol 111-76-2 75% to 100% * Toxic chemical subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III and of 40 CFR 372.