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Product Name: Ethylhexyl Glycerin
Chemical Name: 3-(2-Ethylhexyloxy)-1,2-propanediol
Other Names: Octoxyglycerin, EHG
CAS Number: 70445-33-9
Recommended Use: Personal care products, cosmetic preservative
Supplier: Contact manufacturer for supplier details
Emergency Contact: Local emergency number or poison control center
GHS Classification: Not considered hazardous according to GHS criteria
Label Elements: Not classified under GHS; no pictogram required
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin and eye irritation in sensitive individuals
Precautionary Statements: Avoid eye contact, prolonged skin exposure
Main Health Effects: Skin or eye redness and discomfort possible
Routes of Exposure: Eye, skin, inhalation, ingestion
Signal Word: None required under current regulations
Chemical Identity: 3-(2-Ethylhexyloxy)-1,2-propanediol
Common Name: Ethylhexyl Glycerin
Concentration: 98%–100%
Impurities: Minor byproducts, supplier-specific trace components
Additives: No added stabilizers or inhibitors
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with clean water for 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, seek medical attention for persistent irritation
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, consult doctor if discomfort continues
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, provide oxygen if breathing is difficult, contact medical professional if symptoms persist
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, give water if conscious, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, stinging, mild irritation of eyes or skin
Immediate Medical Attention: Not typically required unless symptoms persist or worsen
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet may spread burning material
Special Hazards: Combustion may release carbon oxides, acrid smoke
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear
Specific Fire-Fighting Methods: Cool exposed containers with water spray, avoid inhaling fumes, evacuate non-essential personnel
Explosion Risk: Low; not expected to form explosive mixtures
Personal Precautions: Ventilate area, avoid skin and eye contact, wear gloves, goggles, and suitable clothing
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, watercourses, and soil
Clean-Up Methods: Contain spillage with inert absorbent (sand, earth), collect residue in labeled containers for disposal, wash site with water after removal
Disposal: Follow local regulations for disposal of chemical waste
Reference to Other Sections: PPE guidance in Section 8
Safe Handling: Keep containers tightly closed, use only in well-ventilated areas, minimize contact with skin and eyes, avoid inhaling vapors
Safe Storage: Store in original, tightly sealed packaging away from heat, sparks, open flames, oxidizing agents, and direct sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents
Other Precautions: Use recommended PPE, practice good industrial hygiene, wash thoroughly after handling
Occupational Exposure Limit: No specific permissible exposure limits established
Engineering Controls: Adequate local exhaust ventilation, eyewash stations
Respiratory Protection: Not required for normal use, NIOSH-approved respirator for high concentrations
Hand Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or PVC recommended)
Eye Protection: Safety glasses or goggles
Skin Protection: Protective clothing, lab coat, long sleeves
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face after exposure, avoid eating, drinking, smoking during handling
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, characteristic
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: Neutral to slightly acidic (5–7, 10% solution)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: -10°C to -20°C
Boiling Point: >250°C
Flash Point: Approximately 179°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not established
Flammability: Not easily flammable
Vapor Pressure: <0.01 hPa at 20°C
Vapor Density: Not available
Specific Gravity: 0.97–1.0 (20°C)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, miscible with polar solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): 1.01–1.12
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Viscosity: 35–45 mPa·s at 20°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: No hazardous reactions under normal conditions
Conditions to Avoid: High temperatures, open flames, strong oxidizing or reducing environments
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids, bases, oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition may yield carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, other unidentified organic compounds
Polymerization: Will not occur under recommended use
Acute Toxicity: Low; oral LD50 (rat) >2000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Slight irritant at high concentrations; no sensitization observed in standard tests
Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause mild transient irritation and redness
Respiratory Effects: Not classified as hazardous by inhalation
Chronic Effects: No known long-term effects, no evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity
Additional Information: Well-tolerated in cosmetic applications based on history of use; rare allergic reactions possible in sensitive users
Ecotoxicity: Low aquatic toxicity; EC50 (algae, Daphnia, fish) >100 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable in natural environments
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low; partition coefficient indicates little bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: Expected to have limited mobility due to low water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: Not classified as dangerous to aquatic environments; use responsible disposal practices to avoid unnecessary release
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse empty containers and recycle if possible, otherwise treat as chemical waste
Special Disposal Notes: Do not discharge to surface water or sewage system; incinerate or landfill in approved facility
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class(es): Not classified as hazardous for transportation
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: None identified
Special Precautions: Protect from physical damage, exposure to the elements
Inventory Status: Listed on TSCA (US), EINECS/ELINCS (Europe), DSL (Canada), AICS (Australia), and similar international inventories
OSHA Status: Not classified as hazardous
EPA Status: Not regulated as hazardous waste
REACH Status: Registered and compliant
Other Regulations: Subject to cosmetic ingredient regulations in many countries; always review local requirements for use and labeling
