Is propylene glycol n propyl ether safe?

Is propylene glycol n propyl ether safe?

Under current U.S. OSHA’s Hazardous Communication Program Poly-SolvĀ® PnP is classified as a flammable liquid, can cause eye and respiratory irritation.

Which glycol ethers are toxic?

The glycol ethers are an important and widely used class of solvents. Recent studies have demonstrated that ethylene glycol monomethyl ether (EGME), ethylene glycol dimethyl ether (EGdiME), ethylene glycol monoethyl ether (EGEE), and ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate (EGEEA) are teratogenic.

Is dipropylene glycol a glycol ether?

Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether is a colorless liquid with a mild and pleasant odor. It is a solvent used in paints, pastes, dyes, resins, brake fluids and inks, and in making cosmetics.

What is propylene glycol propyl ether?

Propylene glycol N-propyl ether (PnP) is a colorless liquid with an ether-like odor. It evaporates quickly and is completely soluble (mixes easily) in water. PnP is a propylene oxide-based, or Pseries, glycol ether. PnP is commercially available as a mix of two isomers.

Is propylene glycol butyl ether toxic?

Propylene glycol t-butyl ether is moderately toxic by the oral route of administration to rats (~o =3771 mglkg).

How are glycol ethers harmful?

Acute (short-term) exposure to high levels of the glycol ethers in humans results in narcosis, pulmonary edema, and severe liver and kidney damage. Chronic (long-term) exposure to the glycol ethers in humans may result in neurological and blood effects, including fatigue, nausea, tremor, and anemia.

What is glycol ether DB?

Glycol Ether DB is a clear liquid with mild, pleasant odors. Glycol Ether DB is used in paint and coatings, hard-surface cleaners, polishes, solvents, chemical intermediates, surfactants, agricultural chemicals and corrosion inhibitors. It is also used in the electronics market.

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