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EC/CAS
109-86-4
Name of the chemical
2-methoxyethanol
Concentration
<=100
General Information
Version
4
Revision date
2025-12-22
Product name
2-Methoxyethanol
Product Synonyms
EGME; Ethylene glycol methyl ether; Methyl Cellosolve
CAS No.
109-86-4
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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 and bond container and receiving equipment 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 Use non-sparking tools Take action to prevent static discharges
Response
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or 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 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Light sensitive
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) 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.