Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
107-21-1
Name of the chemical
Ethane-1,2-diol
Concentration
100.0%
General Information
Revision date
2020-12-03
Product name
Ethylene Glycol
Emergency telephone
+1 (800)424-9300
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Company Information
company name
Shepard Bros. Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
None
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Signal word
None
Hazard statements
No phrases apply.
Precautionary statements
No phrases apply.
Response
No phrases apply.
Storage
No phrases apply.
Potential health effects
(Acute and Chronic) Chronic: May cause kidney injury. Repeated excessive exposure to ethylene glycol may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract. In humans, effects have been reported on the central nervous system, including nystagmus (involuntary, rapid, rhythmic movement of the eyeball). Inhalation Airborne concentrations of mist or spray may cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract and lungs. Skin Contact Mildly irritating to the skin. Prolonged or repeated exposure can cause reddening of the skin. Eye Contact May cause eye irritation. Can cause reddening and tearing. May cause irreversible eye injury. Ingestion May cause irritation of the mucous membranes in the mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach. Ingestion in large quantities, symptoms are similar to alcohol intoxication, progressing to CNS depression, vomiting, headache, rapid respiratory and heart rate, lowered blood pressure, stupor, collapse, and unconsciousness with convulsions. Lethal dose in humans: 100 mL (3 - 4 fluid ounces).
