Product Name: Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate
Synonyms: Propylene glycol methyl ether acetate, DPM Acetate
Chemical Family: Glycol Ethers
CAS Number: 88917-22-0
Recommended Use: Solvent for coatings, inks, cleaners, and industrial processes
Manufacturer: Typically large-scale chemical companies—check the container or accompanying paperwork for source details
Contact Information: Manufacturer telephone, emergency response number, and address listed in shipping documentation
Classification: Flammable liquid (Category 4), Eye irritant (Category 2A), Skin irritant (Category 2)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye and skin irritation, may cause respiratory discomfort, possible drowsiness, headache, or dizziness after exposure
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, flame
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors, keep away from sparks, open flames, store in tightly closed containers, wash hands thoroughly after handling, wear protective gloves and goggles
OSHA Hazards: Mild narcotic effects at high concentrations, risk of fire in confined spaces
Chemical Identity: Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate
CAS Number: 88917-22-0
Concentration: 100% pure or as listed on the label for mixtures
Impurities: Check supplier-specific documents for trace impurities below 1% noted in bulk chemical batches
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, rest, seek medical advice if symptoms persist (cough, dizziness, headache)
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash exposed area with soap and water, see a doctor for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of clean water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, see a healthcare professional for redness or pain
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention immediately, provide the chemical name to responders
Symptoms: Dizziness, nausea, irritation of eyes or skin, headache, possible coordination issues
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder
Unsuitable Media: High-pressure water jets that could spread the substance
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air in unventilated spaces, can produce toxic fumes of carbon monoxide or carbon dioxide when burned
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, protective clothing, and stay upwind
Firefighting Measures: Cool exposed containers with water spray, evacuate area as needed, control runoff to prevent environmental contamination
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area for large spills, ventilate the spill site, wear gloves, splash goggles, and chemical-resistant clothing
Spill Containment: Stop leak if you can do so safely, block entry to sewers and drains, use dikes or absorbent materials (sand, inert clay, commercial absorbers)
Cleanup Method: Absorb liquid with inert material, scoop up and place in marked drum for disposal
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into ground water and waterways, notify authorities if contamination occurs
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid contact with skin and eyes, wear protective clothing, do not smoke or use open flames nearby, never eat or drink in work area
Storage: Store in closed, properly labeled containers away from heat or sources of ignition, keep storage area cool, dry, and well ventilated, keep incompatible materials like strong oxidizers away
Incompatibility: Store separate from acids, bases, and oxidizing agents, avoid storing with reactive metals
Occupational Exposure Limits: ACGIH TLV/TWA: 50 ppm (manufacturer recommended)
Engineering Controls: Exhaust ventilation at work stations, fume hoods in labs, explosion-proof devices in flammable areas
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), safety goggles, face shield for large splashes, flame-retardant lab coat, good shoes
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, change out of contaminated clothing, no food or beverages in the work area, shower at end of shift if heavily exposed
Appearance: Transparent, colorless liquid
Odor: Mild, ether-like, slightly sweet
pH: Not applicable (neutral chemical)
Melting Point: -66°C
Boiling Point: 190–210°C
Flash Point: 82°C (closed cup)
Vapor Pressure: 0.37 mmHg at 20°C
Density: 0.95–0.96 g/cm³
Solubility: Mixes well with water, most organic solvents
Auto-Ignition Temperature: About 300°C
Viscosity: Thin as compared to similar glycol ethers, easy to pour and pump
Evaporation Rate: Slower than many other ethers, so fewer vapors form at room temperature
Reactivity: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Chemical Stability: Won't break down under normal temperatures or pressures
Hazardous Reactions: Doesn't react dangerously with common building materials, but strong oxidizers can cause fire or explosion
Decomposition Products: Combustion may generate toxic gases, especially carbon monoxide, in low-oxygen conditions
Polymerization: Will not self-polymerize
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Low acute toxicity by oral, dermal, or inhalation routes, but large doses can affect the central nervous system
Skin and Eye Irritation: Both are possible with direct exposure, not severely corrosive
Chronic Effects: No evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive harm at standard exposure levels
Sensitization: Not known to cause allergic reactions after repeated use
Symptoms: Short-term headaches, mild dizziness, light skin or eye irritation, heavy or repeated exposure can worsen symptoms
Ecotoxicity: Practically non-toxic to fish and aquatic life at low concentrations, contamination of waterways could be harmful in large spills
Persistence and Degradability: Breaks down slowly in water and soil, not likely to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Will move readily with water based on its solubility, runs risk of entering ground water if spilled
Bioaccumulation: Low potential, quickly processed by most organisms
Other Hazards: Large discharges may disrupt biological treatment processes at wastewater plants
Disposal Methods: Incineration at approved facilities preferred, don't dump down drains or into the environment
Contaminated Packaging: Triple-rinse containers and send to approved drum recycler if possible
Waste Codes: Check local, state, and federal guidelines (EPA hazardous waste number D001 if ignitable, otherwise as a chemical waste)
Precautions: Never mix with incompatible chemicals when disposing, keep containers fully closed during handling
UN Number: UN 3272
Proper Shipping Name: Esters, N.O.S. (includes Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate)
Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquids)
Packing Group: III
Labels Required: Flammable liquid
Transport in Bulk: Use DOT-approved drums or ISO tanks, secondary containment for large shipments
Special Provisions: Make sure transport vehicles are ventilated and grounded; notify carriers about fire risks
OSHA: Considered hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA Status: Listed on the TSCA inventory
SARA Title III: May require reporting if threshold planning quantities exceeded in workplace
California Proposition 65: Not listed as causing cancer or reproductive harm
WHMIS (Canada): B3 (Combustible liquid with serious eye and skin effects)
Other International Regulations: Registered under REACH (Europe), has GHS classification matching U.S. standards
