Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
110-80-5
Name of the chemical
2-ethoxyethanol
Concentration
>95
General Information
Version
This safety data sheet was created pursuant to the requirements of Canada
Revision date
2025-12-18
Product name
Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether (Laboratory)
Product Synonyms
2-Ethoxyethanol; Oxitol (Laboratory)
CAS No.
110-80-5
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, 800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H302, H331, H360D, H360F
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 Toxic if inhaled May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child May form explosive peroxides
Prevention
Keep container tightly closed 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 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/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: Get medical advice/attention Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
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 Inhalation Toxicity Category 3 Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Physical Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 May form explosive peroxides
