Propylene glycol monomethyl ether

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H336

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Poisons Schedule (Aust) Not Scheduled Globally Harmonised System Hazard Classification Hazardous according to the criteria of the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)

Hazard categories

Flammable Liquids - Category 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) - Category 3 Pictograms

Signal word

Warning Hazard Statements H226 Flammable liquid and vapour H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P261 Avoid breathing mist/vapours/spray. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting and all other equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. P235 Keep cool. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

P370 + P378 In case of fire: Alcohol resistant foam is the preferred fire-fighting medium. However, if it is not available, fine water spray or water fog can be used to extinguish. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

Storage

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local / regional / national / international regulations. National Transport Commission (Australia) Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail (ADG Code)

Classifications

Dangerous Goods according to the criteria of the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail (ADG Code) Environmental Protection Authority (New Zealand) Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Amendment Act 2015

HSNO Classifications

Physical 3.1C Flammable liquid - medium hazard

Health hazards

6.4A Substances that are irritating to the eye

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Hazardous according to the criteria of the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) Hazard Categories Flammable Liquids - Category 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) - Category 3 Pictograms Signal Word Warning Hazard Statements H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.