| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Ethylene glycol dimethacrylate | 【Synonyms】
2-(2-Methylprop-2-enoyloxy)ethyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate
2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 1,2-ethanediyl ester
Ethylene dimethacrylate
Hydrogel
Methacrylic acid, ethylene ester | 【CAS】
97-90-5 | 【Formula】
C10H14O4 | 【Molecular Weight】
198.22 | 【EINECS】
202-617-2 | 【RTECS】
OZ4400000 | 【RTECS Class】
Mutagen | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1776663 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-02-00-01532 | 【EC Index Number】
607-114-00-5 | 【EC Class】
Irritant; Sensitising |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Colorless liquid, lachrymator. | 【Solubility in water】
Insoluble | 【Melting Point】
-40 | 【Boiling Point】
260 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.012 (25 C) | 【Density】
1.0565 g/cm3 (16 C) | 【Partition Coefficient】
2.78 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
49.8 kJ/mol | 【Usage】
Srp: in polymers for dental restorative resins, in synthetic wound dressings, as rate-controlling barrier in slow release capsules, in acrylic nail prepn. | 【Vapor Density】
6.8 | 【Refractive Index】
1.4547 (20 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Refrigerator (approx 4 C). | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. Can produce delayed pulmonary edema. | 【Skin】
May cause skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis. | 【Ingestion】
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 37 43 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 24 37 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | 【Exposure Effects】
Effects may be delayed. | 【Poison Class】
4 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
101 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Containers may explode when heated. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
1 | 【Stability】
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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