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1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product name : Ethylene Glycol Fiber Grade

Product code : U1285, U1291

CAS-No. : 107-21-1
Other means of identification : Dihydroxy ethane 1,2, Ethane diol 1,2, Ethylene Glycol,
Glycol, MEG

Manufacturer or supplier's details

Supplier :
SHELL EASTERN CHEMICALS (S)
A REGISTERED BUSINESS OF SHELL EASTERN
TRADING (PTE) LTD (UEN:198902087C)
9 North Buona Vista Drive , #07-01
The Metropolis Tower 1
Singapore 138588
Singapore
Telephone : +65 6384 8737
Telefax : +65 6384 8454
Email Contact for Safety Data :
Sheet

Emergency telephone : +65 65429595 (Alert SGS)

number

Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use

Recommended use : Chemical intermediate.
Restrictions on use : This product must not be used in applications other than the
above without first seeking the advice of the supplier., Do not
use in the manufacture or preparation of foods or
pharmaceuticals., Keep out of reach of children and pets., Do
not use in theatrical fogs or other artificial smoke generator
applications., Do not use in aircraft deicing applications.

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

GHS Classification
Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4
Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 2 (Kidney)
repeated exposure

GHS label elements

Hazard pictograms :

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Signal word : Warning

Hazard statements : PHYSICAL HAZARDS:

Not classified as a physical hazard under GHS criteria.
HEALTH HAZARDS:
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H373 May cause damage to organs (Kidney) through
prolonged or repeated exposure.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS:
Not classified as an environmental hazard under GHS criteria.

Precautionary statements :
Prevention:
P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response:
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/
doctor if you feel unwell.
P330 Rinse mouth.
P314 Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell.

Storage:
No precautionary phrases.

Disposal:
P501 Dispose of contents and container to appropriate waste
site or reclaimer in accordance with local and national
regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Inhalation of vapours or mists may cause irritation to the respiratory system.Slightly irritating to
respiratory system.Slightly irritating to the skin.Slightly irritating to the eye.Vapours may be
irritating to the eye.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substance / Mixture : Substance

Hazardous components

Chemical name CAS-No. Classification Concentration (%

w/w)
ethanediol 107-21-1 Acute Tox.4; H302 99 - 100
STOT RE2; H373
For explanation of abbreviations see section 16.

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4. FIRST-AID MEASURES

General advice : Not expected to be a health hazard when used under normal
conditions.
If inhaled : No treatment necessary under normal conditions of use. If
symptoms persist, obtain medical advice.
In case of skin contact : Remove contaminated clothing. Flush exposed area with
water and follow by washing with soap if available.
If persistent irritation occurs, obtain medical attention.
In case of eye contact : Flush eye with copious quantities of water.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue
rinsing.
If persistent irritation occurs, obtain medical attention.
If swallowed : If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: transport to nearest
medical facility for additional treatment. If vomiting occurs
spontaneously, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration.
Rinse mouth.
Most important symptoms : Kidney toxicity may be recognized by blood in the urine or
and effects, both acute and increased or decreased urine flow. Other signs and symptoms
delayed can include nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhoea,
lumbar pain shortly after ingestion, and possibly narcosis and
death.
Not considered to be an inhalation hazard under normal
conditions of use.
Respiratory irritation signs and symptoms may include a
temporary burning sensation of the nose and throat, coughing,
and/or difficulty breathing.
No specific hazards under normal use conditions.
Skin irritation signs and symptoms may include a burning
sensation, redness, or swelling.
Eye irritation signs and symptoms may include a burning
sensation, redness, swelling, and/or blurred vision.
Ingestion may result in nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhoea.
Protection of first-aiders : When administering first aid, ensure that you are wearing the
appropriate personal protective equipment according to the
incident, injury and surroundings.

Notes to physician : Call a doctor or poison control center for guidance.

Treat symptomatically.
May cause significant renal, respiratory, and CNS toxicity.
May cause significant acidosis.
The preferred treatment is immediate transportation to a
medical facility and use of appropriate treatment including
possible administration of activated charcoal, gastric lavage
and or gastric aspiration. If none of the above are
immediately available and a delay of more than one hour is
anticipated before such medical attention can be obtained,
induction of vomiting may be appropriate using IPECAC syrup
(Contraindicated if there are any signs of CNS depression).
This should be considered on a case by case basis following
specialist advice. Specific other treatments may include
ethanol therapy, fomepizole, treatment of acidosis and
haemodialysis. Seek specialist advice without delay.

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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable extinguishing media : Alcohol-resistant foam, water spray or fog. Dry chemical
powder, carbon dioxide, sand or earth may be used for small
fires only.
Unsuitable extinguishing : Do not use water in a jet.
media

Specific hazards during : Material will not burn unless preheated.

firefighting Carbon monoxide may be evolved if incomplete combustion
occurs.
Containers exposed to intense heat from fires should be
cooled with large quantities of water.

Specific extinguishing : Standard procedure for chemical fires.

methods Evacuate the area of all non-essential personnel.
Keep adjacent containers cool by spraying with water.
Special protective equipment : Proper protective equipment including chemical resistant
for firefighters gloves are to be worn; chemical resistant suit is indicated if
large contact with spilled product is expected. Self-Contained
Breathing Apparatus must be worn when approaching a fire in
a confined space. Select fire fighter's clothing approved to
relevant Standards (e.g. Europe: EN469).

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, : Observe all relevant local and international regulations.

protective equipment and Notify authorities if any exposure to the general public or the
emergency procedures environment occurs or is likely to occur.
Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages
cannot be contained.
: Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Environmental precautions : Prevent from spreading or entering into drains, ditches or
rivers by using sand, earth, or other appropriate barriers.
Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental
contamination.
Ventilate contaminated area thoroughly.
Methods and materials for : Contain run-off from residue flush and dispose of properly.
containment and cleaning up Soak up residue with an absorbent such as clay, sand or other
suitable material.

For small liquid spills (< 1 drum), transfer by mechanical

means to a labeled, sealable container for product recovery or
safe disposal. Allow residues to evaporate or soak up with an
appropriate absorbent material and dispose of safely. Remove
contaminated soil and dispose of safely.
For large liquid spills (> 1 drum), transfer by mechanical
means such as vacuum truck to a salvage tank for recovery or
safe disposal. Do not flush away residues with water. Retain
as contaminated waste. Allow residues to evaporate or soak
up with an appropriate absorbent material and dispose of
safely. Remove contaminated soil and dispose of safely

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Additional advice : For guidance on selection of personal protective equipment
see Section 8 of this Safety Data Sheet.
For guidance on disposal of spilled material see Section 13 of
this Safety Data Sheet.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

General Precautions : Avoid breathing of or direct contact with material. Only use in
well ventilated areas. Wash thoroughly after handling. For
guidance on selection of personal protective equipment see
Section 8 of this Safety Data Sheet.
Use the information in this data sheet as input to a risk
assessment of local circumstances to help determine
appropriate controls for safe handling, storage and disposal of
this material.
Ensure that all local regulations regarding handling and
storage facilities are followed.
Advice on safe handling : Use local exhaust extraction over processing area.
Handle and open container with care in a well-ventilated area.
Do not empty into drains.
When handling product in drums, safety footwear should be
worn and proper handling equipment should be used.
Handling Temperature:
Ambient.
Avoidance of contact : Strong oxidising agents.
Strong acids.
Strong bases.
Product Transfer : Keep containers closed when not in use. Do not pressurize
drum containers to empty.

Storage
Conditions for safe storage : Refer to section 15 for any additional specific legislation
covering the packaging and storage of this product.
Other data : Tanks must be clean, dry and rust-free.
Keep container tightly closed.
Must be stored in a diked (bunded) well- ventilated area, away
from sunlight, ignition sources and other sources of heat.
Cleaning, inspection and maintenance of storage tanks is a
specialist operation, which requires the implementation of
strict procedures and precautions.
Drums should be stacked to a maximum of 3 high.
Storage Temperature:
Ambient.

Packaging material : Suitable material: Stainless steel., Mild steel., Carbon steel
Unsuitable material: Data not available
Container Advice : Containers, even those that have been emptied, can contain
explosive vapours. Do not cut, drill, grind, weld or perform
similar operations on or near containers.

Specific use(s) : Not applicable

Ensure that all local regulations regarding handling and

storage facilities are followed.

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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

Components with workplace control parameters

Components CAS-No. Value type Control Basis
(Form of parameters /
exposure) Permissible
concentration
ethanediol 107-21-1 TWA 60 mg/m3 VN OEL
(Vapour)
ethanediol TWA 10 mg/m3 VN OEL
(aersols,
mist)
ethanediol STEL 125 mg/m3 VN OEL
(Vapour)
ethanediol STEL 20 mg/m3 VN OEL
(aersols,
mist)
ethanediol 107-21-1 TWA 25 ppm ACGIH
(Vapour)
ethanediol STEL 50 ppm ACGIH
(Vapour)
ethanediol STEL 10 mg/m3 ACGIH
(Inhalable
fraction,
Aerosol only)

Biological occupational exposure limits

No biological limit allocated.

Monitoring Methods
Monitoring of the concentration of substances in the breathing zone of workers or in the general
workplace may be required to confirm compliance with an OEL and adequacy of exposure
controls. For some substances biological monitoring may also be appropriate.
Validated exposure measurement methods should be applied by a competent person and
samples analysed by an accredited laboratory.
Examples of sources of recommended exposure measurement methods are given below or
contact the supplier. Further national methods may be available.
National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), USA: Manual of Analytical Methods
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), USA: Sampling and Analytical Methods
http://www.osha.gov/
Health and Safety Executive (HSE), UK: Methods for the Determination of Hazardous Substances
http://www.hse.gov.uk/
Institut für Arbeitsschutz Deutschen Gesetzlichen Unfallversicherung (IFA) , Germany
http://www.dguv.de/inhalt/index.jsp
L'Institut National de Recherche et de Securité, (INRS), France http://www.inrs.fr/accueil

Engineering measures : Adequate ventilation to control airborne concentrations.

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Where material is heated, sprayed or mist formed, there is
greater potential for airborne concentrations to be generated.
Eye washes and showers for emergency use.
The level of protection and types of controls necessary will
vary depending upon potential exposure conditions. Select
controls based on a risk assessment of local circumstances.
Appropriate measures include:
General Information:
Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as
washing hands after handling the material and before eating,
drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and
protective equipment to remove contaminants. Discard
contaminated clothing and footwear that cannot be cleaned.
Practice good housekeeping.
Define procedures for safe handling and maintenance of
controls.
Educate and train workers in the hazards and control
measures relevant to normal activities associated with this
product.
Ensure appropriate selection, testing and maintenance of
equipment used to control exposure, e.g. personal protective
equipment, local exhaust ventilation.
Drain down system prior to equipment break-in or
maintenance.
Retain drain downs in sealed storage pending disposal or
subsequent recycle.
Personal protective equipment
Protective measures
Personal protective equipment (PPE) should meet recommended national standards. Check with
PPE suppliers.

Respiratory protection : If engineering controls do not maintain airborne

concentrations to a level which is adequate to protect worker
health, select respiratory protection equipment suitable for the
specific conditions of use and meeting relevant legislation.
Check with respiratory protective equipment suppliers.
Where air-filtering respirators are unsuitable (e.g. airborne
concentrations are high, risk of oxygen deficiency, confined
space) use appropriate positive pressure breathing apparatus.
Where air-filtering respirators are suitable, select an
appropriate combination of mask and filter.
If air-filtering respirators are suitable for conditions of use:
Select a filter suitable for the combination of organic gases
and vapours and particles [Type A/Type P boiling point >65°C
(149°F)].

Hand protection
Remarks : Where hand contact with the product may occur the use of
gloves approved to relevant standards (e.g. Europe: EN374,
US: F739) made from the following materials may provide
suitable chemical protection. Longer term protection: Nitrile
rubber gloves. Incidental contact/Splash protection: PVC or
neoprene rubber gloves. For continuous contact we

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recommend gloves with breakthrough time of more than 240
minutes with preference for > 480 minutes where suitable
gloves can be identified. For short-term/splash protection we
recommend the same but recognize that suitable gloves
offering this level of protection may not be available and in this
case a lower breakthrough time maybe acceptable so long as
appropriate maintenance and replacement regimes are
followed. Glove thickness is not a good predictor of glove
resistance to a chemical as it is dependent on the exact
composition of the glove material. Glove thickness should be
typically greater than 0.35 mm depending on the glove make
and model. Suitability and durability of a glove is dependent
on usage, e.g. frequency and duration of contact, chemical
resistance of glove material, dexterity. Always seek advice
from glove suppliers. Contaminated gloves should be
replaced. Personal hygiene is a key element of effective hand
care. Gloves must only be worn on clean hands. After using
gloves, hands should be washed and dried thoroughly.
Application of a non-perfumed moisturizer is recommended.

Eye protection : If material is handled such that it could be splashed into eyes,
protective eyewear is recommended.
Skin and body protection : Skin protection is not ordinarily required beyond standard
work clothes.
It is good practice to wear chemical resistant gloves.
Thermal hazards : Not applicable

Hygiene measures : Wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking and using the
toilet.
Launder contaminated clothing before re-use.
Environmental exposure controls
General advice : Local guidelines on emission limits for volatile substances
must be observed for the discharge of exhaust air containing
vapour.
Minimise release to the environment. An environmental
assessment must be made to ensure compliance with local
environmental legislation.
Information on accidental release measures are to be found in
section 6.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance : Slightly viscous liquid.

Colour : colourless
Odour : mild
Odour Threshold : Data not available
pH : Data not available
Melting / freezing point : -13 °C / 9 °F
Boiling point/boiling range : 196 - 200 °C / 385 - 392 °F
Flash point : 115 °C / 239 °F

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Method: Pensky-Martens closed cup

Evaporation rate : 0.01

Method: ASTM D 3539, nBuAc=1

Flammability (solid, gas) : Not applicable

Upper explosion limit : 28 %(V)

Lower explosion limit : 3.2 %(V)

Vapour pressure : < 10 Pa (20 °C / 68 °F)

Relative vapour density : 2.14(Air = 1.0)

Relative density : 1.1155 (20 °C / 68 °F)
Method: ASTM D4052

Density : 1,113 kg/m3 (20 °C / 68 °F)

Method: ASTM D4052

Solubility(ies)
Water solubility : completely soluble
Partition coefficient: n- : log Pow: -1.93 (20 °C / 68 °F)
octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature : 398 °C / 748 °F

Decomposition temperature : Data not available

Viscosity
Viscosity, dynamic : 16.1 mPa.s (25 °C / 77 °F)

Viscosity, kinematic : 24.8 mm2/s (20 °C / 68 °F)

Explosive properties : Not applicable

Oxidizing properties : Data not available

Surface tension : Data not available

Conductivity : Electrical conductivity: > 10,000 pS/m

A number of factors, for example liquid temperature, presence
of contaminants, and anti-static additives can greatly influence
the conductivity of a liquid, This material is not expected to be
a static accumulator.
Particle size : Data not available

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Molecular weight : 62 g/mol

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity : The product does not pose any further reactivity hazards in
addition to those listed in the following sub-paragraph.

Chemical stability : No hazardous reaction is expected when handled and stored

according to provisions Oxidises on contact with air.

Possibility of hazardous : None known.

reactions
Conditions to avoid : Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.
Product cannot ignite due to static electricity.
Incompatible materials : Strong oxidising agents.
Strong acids.
Strong bases.
Hazardous decomposition : Thermal decomposition is highly dependent on conditions. A
products complex mixture of airborne solids, liquids and gases
including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sulphur oxides
and unidentified organic compounds will be evolved when this
material undergoes combustion or thermal or oxidative
degradation.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Basis for assessment : Information given is based on product testing.

Exposure routes : Skin and eye contact are the primary routes of exposure
although exposure may occur through inhalation or following
accidental ingestion.

Acute toxicity
Components:
ethanediol:
Acute oral toxicity : LD 50 Rat, male and female: > 2,000 mg/kg
Method: Acceptable non-standard method.
Remarks: Harmful if swallowed.
There is a marked difference in acute oral toxicity between
rodents and man, man being more susceptible than rodents.
The estimated fatal dose for man is 100 milliliters (1/2 cup).
This material has also been shown to be toxic and potentially
lethal by ingestion to cats and dogs.

Acute inhalation toxicity : LC 50 Rat, male and female: > 2.5 mg/l
Exposure time: 6 h

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Test atmosphere: Aerosol
Method: Literature data
Remarks: LC50 > 1.0 - <= 5.0 mg/l
LC50 greater than near-saturated vapour concentration.
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Acute dermal toxicity : LD 50 Mouse, male and female: > 2,000 mg/kg
Method: Literature data
Remarks: Based on available data, the classification criteria
are not met.

Skin corrosion/irritation
Components:
ethanediol:
Species: Rabbit
Method: Acceptable non-standard method.
Remarks: Slightly irritating to skin., Insufficient to classify.

Serious eye damage/eye irritation

Components:
ethanediol:
Species: Rabbit
Method: Acceptable non-standard method.
Remarks: Slightly irritating to the eye., Insufficient to classify.

Respiratory or skin sensitisation

Components:
ethanediol:
Species: Guinea pig
Method: Literature data
Remarks: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Germ cell mutagenicity

Components:
ethanediol:
Genotoxicity in vitro : Method: OECD Test Guideline 471
Remarks: Based on data from similar materials
: Method: Acceptable non-standard method.
Remarks: Based on data from similar materials
: Method: Literature data
Remarks: Based on data from similar materials
: Test species: RatMethod: Literature data
Remarks: Based on available data, the classification criteria
are not met.
Germ cell mutagenicity- : This product does not meet the criteria for classification in
Assessment categories 1A/1B.

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Carcinogenicity
Components:
ethanediol:
Species: Mouse, (male and female)
Application Route: Oral
Method: Literature data
Remarks: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Carcinogenicity - : This product does not meet the criteria for classification in
Assessment categories 1A/1B.

Material GHS/CLP Carcinogenicity Classification

ethanediol No carcinogenicity classification.

Reproductive toxicity

Components:
ethanediol:
: Species: Rat
Sex: male and female
Application Route: Oral

Method: Literature data

Remarks: Based on available data, the classification criteria
are not met.

Effects on foetal : Species: Rat, male and female

development Application Route: Oral
Method: Literature data
Remarks: Based on available data, the classification criteria
are not met., Causes foetotoxicity in animals; considered to be
secondary to maternal toxicity.

Reproductive toxicity - : This product does not meet the criteria for classification in
Assessment categories 1A/1B.

STOT - single exposure

Components:
ethanediol:
Remarks: Inhalation of vapours or mists may cause irritation to the respiratory system., Based on
available data, the classification criteria are not met., Ingestion may cause drowsiness and
dizziness.

STOT - repeated exposure

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Components:
ethanediol:
Exposure routes: Oral
Target Organs: Kidney
Remarks: May cause damage to organs or organ systems through prolonged or repeated
exposure.

Repeated dose toxicity

Components:
ethanediol:
Rat, male:
Application Route: Oral
Method: Test(s) equivalent or similar to OECD Test Guideline 408
Target Organs: Kidney

Aspiration toxicity
Components:
ethanediol:
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Further information
Components:
ethanediol:
Remarks: Classifications by other authorities under varying regulatory frameworks may exist.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Basis for assessment : Information given is based on product testing.

Ecotoxicity

Components:
ethanediol :
Toxicity to fish (Acute : LC50 (Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow)): 72,860 mg/l
toxicity) Exposure time: 96 h
Method: Other guideline method.
Remarks: Practically non toxic:
LC/EC/IC50 > 100 mg/l

Toxicity to crustacean (Acute : EC50 (Daphnia magna (Water flea)): > 100 mg/l
toxicity) Exposure time: 48 h
Method: OECD Test Guideline 202
Remarks: Practically non toxic:
LC/EC/IC50 > 100 mg/l

Toxicity to algae/aquatic : EC50 (Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (algae)): 6,500 -

plants (Acute toxicity) 13,000 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h

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Method: Other guideline method.
Remarks: Practically non toxic:
LC/EC/IC50 > 100 mg/l

Toxicity to microorganisms : EC20 (Activated sludge, domestic waste): > 1,995 mg/l
(Acute toxicity) Exposure time: 0.5 h
Method: Other guideline method.
Remarks: Practically non toxic:
LC/EC/IC50 > 100 mg/l

Toxicity to fish (Chronic : NOEC: 15,380 mg/l

toxicity) Exposure time: 7 d
Species: Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow)
Method: Other guideline method.
Remarks: NOEC/NOEL > 100 mg/l

Toxicity to : NOEC: 8,590 mg/l

crustacean(Chronic toxicity) Exposure time: 7 d
Species: Chironomus sp. (midge)
Method: Other guideline method.
Remarks: NOEC/NOEL > 100 mg/l

Persistence and degradability

Components:
ethanediol :
Biodegradability : Biodegradation: 90 - 100 %
Exposure time: 10 d
Method: OECD Test Guideline 301A
Remarks: Readily biodegradable.
Not Persistent per IMO criteria.
International Oil Pollution Compensation (IOPC) Fund
definition: “A non-persistent oil is oil, which, at the time of
shipment, consists of hydrocarbon fractions, (a) at least 50%
of which, by volume, distills at a temperature of 340ºC (645ºF)
and (b) at least 95% of which, by volume, distils at a
temperature of 370ºC (700ºF) when tested by the ASTM
Method D-86/78 or any subsequent revision thereof."

Bioaccumulative potential
Product:
Partition coefficient: n- : log Pow: -1.93 (20 °C)
octanol/water
Components:
ethanediol :
Bioaccumulation : Remarks: Does not have the potential to bioaccumulate
significantly.

Mobility in soil
Components:
ethanediol :
Mobility : Remarks: Disperses in water., If product enters soil, one or

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more constituents will be highly mobile and may contaminate
groundwater.
Other adverse effects

Components:
ethanediol :
Results of PBT and vPvB : The substance does not fulfill all screening criteria for
assessment persistence, bioaccumulation and toxicity and hence is not
considered to be PBT or vPvB.
Additional ecological : Does not have ozone depletion potential.
information

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Disposal methods
Waste from residues : Recover or recycle if possible.
It is the responsibility of the waste generator to determine the
toxicity and physical properties of the material generated to
determine the proper waste classification and disposal
methods in compliance with applicable regulations.
Remove all packaging for recovery or waste disposal.
Waste product should not be allowed to contaminate soil or
ground water, or be disposed of into the environment.
Do not dispose of tank water bottoms by allowing them to
drain into the ground. This will result in soil and groundwater
contamination.
Do not dispose into the environment, in drains or in water
courses
Waste arising from a spillage or tank cleaning should be
disposed of in accordance with prevailing regulations,
preferably to a recognised collector or contractor. The
competence of the collector or contractor should be
established beforehand.
Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional,
national, and local laws and regulations.
Local regulations may be more stringent than regional or
national requirements and must be complied with.
MARPOL - see International Convention for the Prevention of
Pollution from Ships (MARPOL 73/78) which provides
technical aspects at controlling pollutions from ships.
Contaminated packaging : Dispose in accordance with prevailing regulations, preferably
to a recognized collector or contractor. The competence of
the collector or contractor should be established beforehand.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

International Regulations
ADR

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Not regulated as a dangerous good
IATA-DGR
Not regulated as a dangerous good
IMDG-Code
Not regulated as a dangerous good
Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Pollution category : Z
Ship type : 3
Product name : Ethylene glycol
Special precautions for user
Remarks : Special Precautions: Refer to Section 7, Handling & Storage,
for special precautions which a user needs to be aware of or
needs to comply with in connection with transport.
Additional Information : This product may be transported under nitrogen blanketing.
Nitrogen is an odourless and invisible gas. Exposure to
nitrogen enriched atmospheres displaces available oxygen
which may cause asphyxiation or death. Personnel must
observe strict safety precautions when involved with a
confined space entry.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or

mixture
The regulatory information is not intended to be comprehensive. Other regulations may apply to
this material.
Article 29, Law on Chemical and Annex 9, Clause 7 of Circular 32/2017/TT-BCT dated 28
December 2017 of the Ministry of Industry.
Vietnamese regulations on transport:
Decree 104/2009 ND-CP dated 09 November 2009 stipulating list of dangerous goods and road
transportation of Dangerous good.
Decree 44/2012/TT-BCT dated 28 Dec 2012 about list of Industrial good and dangerous good
transportation by road, railway and local waterway.
Decree 29/2005/NĐ-CP dated 10 Mar 2005 about list of dangerous good transportation local
waterway.
Vietnamese Law of Chemicals; Decree 113/2017/NĐ-CP to guide how to implement Law of
Chemical;
Decree 32/2017/NĐ-CP about chemical safety;
Law of Technical Standardize; Decree 43/2017/NĐ-CP about labelling.

Other international regulations

The components of this product are reported in the following inventories:
AICS : Listed
DSL : Listed
IECSC : Listed
ENCS : Listed

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KECI : Listed
NZIoC : Listed
PICCS : Listed
TSCA : Listed
TCSI : Listed

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Full text of H-Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Full text of other abbreviations
Acute Tox. Acute toxicity
STOT RE Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure

Abbreviations and Acronyms

AIIC - Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals; ANTT - National Agency for Transport by Land
of Brazil; ASTM - American Society for the Testing of Materials; bw - Body weight; CMR -
Carcinogen, Mutagen or Reproductive Toxicant; DIN - Standard of the German Institute for
Standardisation; DSL - Domestic Substances List (Canada); ECx - Concentration associated with
x% response; ELx - Loading rate associated with x% response; EmS - Emergency Schedule;
ENCS - Existing and New Chemical Substances (Japan); ErCx - Concentration associated with
x% growth rate response; ERG - Emergency Response Guide; GHS - Globally Harmonized
System; GLP - Good Laboratory Practice; IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer;
IATA - International Air Transport Association; IBC - International Code for the Construction and
Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk; IC50 - Half maximal inhibitory
concentration; ICAO - International Civil Aviation Organization; IECSC - Inventory of Existing
Chemical Substances in China; IMDG - International Maritime Dangerous Goods; IMO -
International Maritime Organization; ISHL - Industrial Safety and Health Law (Japan); ISO -
International Organisation for Standardization; KECI - Korea Existing Chemicals Inventory; LC50 -
Lethal Concentration to 50 % of a test population; LD50 - Lethal Dose to 50% of a test population
(Median Lethal Dose); MARPOL - International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from
Ships; n.o.s. - Not Otherwise Specified; Nch - Chilean Norm; NO(A)EC - No Observed (Adverse)
Effect Concentration; NO(A)EL - No Observed (Adverse) Effect Level; NOELR - No Observable
Effect Loading Rate; NOM - Official Mexican Norm; NTP - National Toxicology Program; NZIoC -
New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals; OECD - Organization for Economic Co-operation and
Development; OPPTS - Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention; PBT - Persistent,
Bioaccumulative and Toxic substance; PICCS - Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical
Substances; (Q)SAR - (Quantitative) Structure Activity Relationship; REACH - Regulation (EC)
No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning the Registration,
Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals; SADT - Self-Accelerating Decomposition
Temperature; SDS - Safety Data Sheet; TCSI - Taiwan Chemical Substance Inventory; TDG -
Transportation of Dangerous Goods; TSCA - Toxic Substances Control Act (United States); UN -
United Nations; UNRTDG - United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous
Goods; vPvB - Very Persistent and Very Bioaccumulative; WHMIS - Workplace Hazardous
Materials Information System

Further information
Training advice : Provide adequate information, instruction and training for
operators.

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Other information : A vertical bar (|) in the left margin indicates an amendment
from the previous version.

Sources of key data used to : The quoted data are from, but not limited to, one or more
compile the Safety Data sources of information (e.g. toxicological data from Shell
Sheet Health Services, material suppliers’ data, CONCAWE, EU
IUCLID date base, EC 1272 regulation, etc).

The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge,
information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a
guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is
not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the
specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.

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