TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL

Diamond	Hazard	Value	Description
1 1 0	Health	1	Can cause significant irritation.
	Flammability	1	Must be preheated before ignition can occur.
	Instability	0	Normally stable, even under fire conditions.
	Special

Colorless liquid with a mild odor. Dense than water. (USCG, 1999)

none

Water soluble.

This chemical is combustible. (NTP, 1992)

Vapor and liquid are unlikely to cause harm. (USCG, 1999)

TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL is a ether-alcohol derivative. The ether being relatively unreactive. Flammable and/or toxic gases are generated by the combination of alcohols with alkali metals, nitrides, and strong reducing agents. They react with oxoacids and carboxylic acids to form esters plus water. Oxidizing agents convert alcohols to aldehydes or ketones. Alcohols exhibit both weak acid and weak base behavior. They may initiate the polymerization of isocyanates and epoxides. Reacts with strong oxidants. [Handling Chemicals Safely 1980. p. 932].

• Alcohols and Polyols
• Ethers

Use caution: Liquids with this reactive group classification have been known to react with the absorbent listed below.

• Cellulose-Based Absorbents

No information available.

Fire Extinguishing Agents Not to Be Used: Water or foam may cause frothing.

Fire Extinguishing Agents: Alcohol foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide (USCG, 1999)

SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you spill this chemical, use absorbent paper to pick up all liquid spill material. Seal the absorbent paper, as well as any of your clothing which may be contaminated, in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash any surfaces you may have contaminated with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should keep this material in a tightly closed container under an inert atmosphere, and store it at refrigerated temperatures. (NTP, 1992)

Goggles; plastic gloves. (USCG, 1999)

No information available.

EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

• 1,2-BIS(2-HYDROXYETHOXY)ETHANE
• 1,2-DI(BETA-HYDROXYETHOXY)ETHANE
• DI-BETA-HYDROXYETHOXYETHANE
• 1,8-DIHYDROXY-3,6-DIOXAOCTANE
• 3,6-DIOXAOCTANE-1,8-DIOL
• 2,2'-(1,2-ETHANEDIYLBIS(OXY))BISETHANOL
• ETHYLENE GLYCOL DIHYDROXYDIETHYL ETHER
• ETHYLENE GLYCOL-BIS-(2-HYDROXYETHYL)ETHER
• 2,2'-ETHYLENEDIOXYBIS(ETHANOL)
• 2,2'-ETHYLENEDIOXYDIETHANOL
• 2,2'-ETHYLENEDIOXYETHANOL
• GLYCOL BIS(HYDROXYETHYL) ETHER
• 2-[2-(2-HYDROXYETHOXY)ETHOXY]ETHANOL
• TEG
• TEG (GLYCOL)
• TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL
• TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL DIMALEATE
• TRIGEN
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• TRIGOL