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NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DIGLYCIDYL ETHER ICSC: 0182
March 1998
2,2'-(2,2-Dimethyl-1,3 propanediyl)bis(oxymethylene)bisoxirane
1,3-bis(2,3-Epoxypropoxy)-2,2-dimethylpropane

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CAS # 17557-23-2 C 1 1H 2 0O 4
RTECS # TX3760000 Molecular mass: 216.3
EC # 603-094-00-7

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID /    FIRE FIGHTING   
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames.
powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide,
EXPLOSION Above 88°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 88°C use a closed system, ventilation.

EXPOSURE
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!

Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.
Ventilation.
Fresh air, rest.
Skin Redness.
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention.
Eyes Redness. Pain.
Face shield.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
Xi Symbol
R: 38-43
S: 2-24-37


EMERGENCY RESPONSE STORAGE

Separated from strong oxidants. Keep in the dark.

IMPORTANT DATA
PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
LIQUID

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance can presumably form explosive peroxides. Reacts with strong oxidants.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV not established.
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

INHALATION RISK:
No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes and the skin.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Relative density (water = 1): 1.07
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 7.5
Flash point: 88°C o.c.

ENVIRONMENTAL DATA


NOTES
Explosive limits are unknown in literature. Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found.

IPCS
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Programme on
Chemical Safety
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© IPCS 1999
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