Ethylene glycol diacetate CAS#: 111-55-7

Ethylene glycol diacetate

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Chemical Propertiesclear liquid
UsesSolvent for oils, cellulose esters, explosives, etc.
General DescriptionColorless liquid with a mild pleasant odor. Density 9.2 lb /gal. Flash point 191°F. Boiling point 369°F. Combustible but requires some effort to ignite. Used in the manufacture of perfumes, printing ink, lacquers and resins.
Air & Water ReactionsWater soluble.
Reactivity ProfileEthylene glycol diacetate reacts with aqueous acids to liberate heat along with alcohols and acids. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a vigorous reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. Heat is also generated by the interaction with caustic solutions. Flammable hydrogen is generated with alkali metals and hydrides.
Health HazardInhalation is not hazardous. Liquid causes mild irritation of eyes. Ingestion causes stupor or coma.
Fire HazardEthylene glycol diacetate is combustible.
Safety ProfileModerately toxic by intraperitoneal route. Mildly toxic by ingestion and skin contact. An eye irritant. Combustible when exposed to heat or flame; can react with oxidzing materials. To fight fire, use alcohol foam, CO2, dry chemical. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
Purification MethodsDry the di-ester with CaCl2, filter (excluding moisture) and fractionally distil it under reduced pressure. [Beilstein 2 IV 1541.]

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