General
Synonyms: ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate, ethyl glycol acetate
Molecular formula: CH3COOCH2CH2OC2H5
CAS No: 111-15-9
Appearance: colourless liquid
Melting point: -62 C
Boiling point: 156 C
Vapour density: 4.7 (air = 1)
Vapour pressure: 2.0 mm Hg at 20 C
Density (g cm-3): 0.97
Flash point: 52 C (closed cup)
Explosion limits: 1.7 - 6.7%
Stability
Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases, nitrates.
Toxicology
Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. May cause reproductive damage. May cause embryonic death or foetal malformation. Severe irritant. Prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis. Typical TLV/TWA 5 ppm.
Toxicity data
ORL-RAT LD50 2900 mg kg-1
SKN-RBT LD50 10500 mg kg-1
IPR-MUS LD50 1420 mg kg-1
Risk phrases
R20 R21 R22 R36 R37 R38 R47.
Personal protection
Gloves, safety glasses, good ventilation.
