MSDS Name:Diethylene glycol monobutyl ether
Synonym:

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritating to eyes.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May cause transient corneal injury.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause kidney damage. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
May cause kidney injury. Repeated exposure may cause central nervous system damage. May cause cyanosis (bluish discoloration of skin due to deficient oxygenation of the blood), acidosis, and quick, shallow breathing.

Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Administration of Sodium bicarbonate may be of value to treat acidosis. Monitor kidney and liver function and arterial blood gases closely.

General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Containers may explode when heated. Combustible liquid and vapor.
Extinguishing Media:
In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Provide ventilation.

Handling:
Use with adequate ventilation. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from heat and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition.
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 112-34-5: Germany: 100 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 9 ppm MAC; 50 mg/m3 MAC Spain: 100 mg/m3 VLA-ED Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Physical State: Liquid
Color: clear, colorless
Odor: Faint, mild, characteristic odor.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: .01 mm Hg @ 20 deg C
Viscosity: 0.0649 cps @ 20 deg C
Boiling Point: 231 deg C @ 760 mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: -68 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 227.7 deg C ( 441.86 deg F)
Flash Point: 77.7 deg C ( 171.86 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: .70 vol %
Explosion Limits, upper: 5.30 vol %
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: .9536 @ 20C
Molecular Formula: C8H18O3
Molecular Weight: 162.23

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Ignition sources, excess heat, strong oxidants.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

RTECS#:
CAS# 112-34-5: KJ9100000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 112-34-5: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 20 mg Severe; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 20 mg/24H Moderate; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 2400 mg/kg; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 6050 mg/kg; Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 2200 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 5660 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 4500 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 2700 mg/kg.
Oral, rat: LD50 = 1746-10502 mg/kg Carcinogenicity:
Diethylene glycol monobutyl ether - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Bluegill/Sunfish: LC50 = 1300 mg/L; 96 Hr.; Static conditions, 23 degrees CFish: Goldfish: LC50 = 2700 mg/L; 24 Hr.; UnspecifiedWater flea Daphnia: LC50 = 2850 mg/L; 24 Hr.; UnspecifiedGoldfish, LC50=2700mg/24hr.; Atlantic silverside, TL50=2000ppm/96hr.

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases:
R 36 Irritating to eyes.
Safety Phrases:
S 24 Avoid contact with skin.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 112-34-5: 1
Canada
CAS# 112-34-5 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 112-34-5 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 112-34-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.