Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
109-86-4
Name of the chemical
2-methoxyethanol
Concentration
>= 90 - <= 100
General Information
Version
8.8
Revision date
2025-12-24
Product name
2-Methoxyethanol
CAS No.
109-86-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H302+H312+H332, H360, H370, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H370 Causes damage to organs (Immune system). H373 May cause damage to organs (thymus) through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting equipment. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260 Do not breathe mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P307 + P311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
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.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Flammable liquids : Category 3 Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Acute toxicity : Category 4 (Inhalation) Acute toxicity (Dermal) : Category 4 Reproductive toxicity : Category 1B Specific target organ : Category 1 (Immune system) toxicity - single exposure Specific target organ : Category 2 (thymus) toxicity - repeated exposure Other hazards
