Polyethylene glycol 400, 25 l

This 25-liter container holds Polyethylene Glycol 400, a hydrophilic embedding agent commonly used in life science applications such as histology and microscopy. The substance, with a molecular weight greater than 600, falls under the category of glycol ethers and polyethers. It is identified by the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) number 25322-68-3. A Warning signal word indicates potential hazards associated with this product, including harmfulness if swallowed or causing skin irritation. Users should handle this product with caution and follow appropriate safety guidelines.

• CAS Number: 25322-68-3
• Molecular Formula: C2H6O2
• Molecular Weight: 62.07
• Exact Mass: 62.036779430
• Boiling Point: 387.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: 9 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Vapour Density: 2.14 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H303: May be harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]