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CAS Number UN/NA Number DOT Hazard Label USCG CHRIS Code
112-27-6 none data unavailable
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NFPA 704

Diamond Hazard Value Description

1 Health 1 Can cause significant irritation.

1 0
Must be preheated before ignition can
Flammability 1 occur.

Instability 0 Normally stable, even under fire conditions.

Special
(NFPA, 2010)

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

Hazards
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Reactivity Alerts
none

Air & Water Reactions

Water soluble.

Fire Hazard
This chemical is combustible. (NTP, 1992)

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

Reactivity Profile
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].

Belongs to the Following Reactive Group(s)

Alcohols and Polyols

Ethers

Potentially Incompatible Absorbents

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

Response Recommendations
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Isolation and Evacuation

No information available.

Firefighting
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)

Non-Fire Response
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)

Protective Clothing
Goggles; plastic gloves. (USCG, 1999)

DuPont Tychem® Suit Fabrics

No information available.

First Aid
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)

Physical Properties
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Chemical Formula: C6H14O4

Flash Point: 330°F

(NTP, 1992)
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): 0.9 %
(NTP, 1992)
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): 9.2 %
(NTP, 1992)
Autoignition Temperature: 700°F
(USCG, 1999)
Melting Point: 24.3°F
(NTP, 1992)
Vapor Pressure: less than 0.001 mmHg
at 68°F
; 1 mmHg at 237°F
(NTP, 1992)
Vapor Density (Relative to Air): 5.17 (NTP, 1992)
Specific Gravity: 1.125 at 68°F
(USCG, 1999)
Boiling Point: 545°F
at 760 mmHg
(NTP, 1992)
Molecular Weight: 150.17 (NTP, 1992)
Water Solubility: greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL
at 68°F
(NTP, 1992)
Ionization Energy/Potential: data unavailable
IDLH: data unavailable

AEGLs (Acute Exposure Guideline Levels)

No AEGL information available.

ERPGs (Emergency Response Planning Guidelines)

No ERPG information available.

PACs (Protective Action Criteria)

Chemical PAC-1 PAC-2 PAC-3

Triethylene glycol (112- 1400 4400 LEL = 9000
27-6) 130 mg/m3 mg/m3 mg/m3 ppm
(DOE, 2018)

Regulatory Information
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EPA Consolidated List of Lists

No regulatory information available.

CISA Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS)

No regulatory information available.

OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard List

No regulatory information available.

Alternate Chemical Names

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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
TRIGLYCOL
TRIGOL

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