This Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether, available in a 5-liter aluminum container, is categorized as a solvent for synthesis. Its scientific name is 2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethanol, with a Molecular Weight of 120.15 g/mol. It belongs to the group of glycol ethers and polyethers. In the workplace, it requires various precautions such as prohibiting smoking, no admittance for unauthorized persons, no eating and drinking, wearing safety goggles, safety gloves, and adhering to a no eating and drinking policy. The recommended indicative occupational exposure limit value for the European Union is 8 hours limit value: 50.1 mg/m3 (10 ppm), as stated in Directive 2006/15/EC.

• CAS Number: 111-77-3
• Molecular Formula: C5H12O3
• Molecular Weight: 120.15
• Exact Mass: 120.078644241
• Boiling Point: 381 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: -94 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Vapour Density: 4.14 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements:
• H360D: May damage the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]
• H312 (11%): Harmful in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, dermal]
• H227: Combustible liquid [Warning Flammable liquids]
• H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects]
• H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child [Warning Reproductive toxicity]