ETHOXYDIGLYCOL

Ethoxydiglycol is a widely used as solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, co-solvent and viscosity decreasing agent. 
Ethoxydiglycol is used superior solubilizer and efficacy booster for cosmetic formulations. 
Ethoxydiglycol enhances skin penetration of cosmetic actives. 

CAS Number: 111-90-0
EC Number: 203-919-7
Chem/IUPAC Name: 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol; Carbitol; Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether; DEGEE
Linear Formula: C2H5OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH

SYNONYMS:
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Ethoxydiglycol, also known under many trade names, is the organic compound with the formula CH3CH2OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH. 
Ethoxydiglycol is a colorless liquid. 
Ethoxydiglycol is a popular solvent for commercial applications.

Ethoxydiglycol is produced by the ethoxylation of ethanol (CH3CH2OH).
Ethoxydiglycol is a solubilizer, solvent, humectant, moisturizer, and perfuming agent widely used in cosmetics and personal care products. 
Ethoxydiglycol boosts the efficacy of cosmetic formulations. 

Ethoxydiglycol's chemical formula is C6H14O3.
Ethoxydiglycol is considered a safe synthetic solvent that helps improve the function, penetration and texture of skin care products. 
Ethoxydiglycol is especially popular in self-tanning products because it ensures an even application without stains and streaks.

Ethoxydiglycol is a small moleclar weight synthetic solvent.
Ethoxydiglycol (high purity cosmetic grade) is a solvent and carrier that is safe for use in cosmetics. 
Ethoxydiglycol can act as a solvent in many substances.

Ethoxydiglycol is also a safe and effective carrier for delivering various substances into the skin. 
Ethoxydiglycol is soluble in water, ethanol, glycols (eg propylene glycol, butylene glycol) and other natural oils.
Ethoxydiglycol is available in several grades if it is a low purity grade. 

Ethoxydiglycol, also known as diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, is an ether that also contains an alcohol group. 
In other words, Ethoxydiglycol is also known as ethoxylated alcohol. 
Ethoxydiglycol is a clear, colorless liquid with a fruity odor.

Ethoxydiglycol is considered a safe, well-tolerated synthetic solvent that helps improve the function, penetration, and texture of skin care products. 
Ethoxydiglycol also goes by the name diethylene glycol monoethyl ether and is marketed under the trademarked ingredient name Transcutol. 
As a raw material Ethoxydiglycol appears as a clear liquid and is water soluble.

In 2013, the European Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety concluded that the use of ethoxydiglycol does not pose a risk in leave-on cosmetic formulations at a maximum concentration of 2.6% “taking into account the other uses previously assessed (10% in rinse-off products, 7.0% in oxidative and 5% in non-oxidative hair dye formulation).”

Ethoxydiglycol is a colorless to pale yellow hygroscopic liquid with a mild ethereal odor.
Ethoxydiglycol also known as diethylene glycol monethyl ether, is a cosmetic grade solvent that conforms to the current USP/NF monographs. 
Ethoxydiglycol is particularly appropriate for skin care preparations where it acts as an excellent solvent and carrier. 

Its solubility in ethanol, propylene glycol, vegetable oils, water, and butylene glycol makes Ethoxydiglycol a valuable solvent or co-solvent which can be used in hydrophilic or lipophilic phases.
Ethoxydiglycol, highly purified diethylene glycol, monoethyl ether, is a clear liquid. 

Ethoxydiglycol also known as diethylene glycol monethyl ether is a solvent, penetration enhancer, solubilizer, and humectant.
Ethoxydiglycol is odorless liquid used mainly as a superior solubilizer and efficacy booster due to its ability to make ingredients penetrate the skin better.

Ethoxydiglycol is non-irritating, non-penetrating, and non-comedogenic when applied to the skin. 
The Cosmetics Ingredient Review (CIR) concludes Ethoxydiglycol to be safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products.

Ethoxydiglycol also known as diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, is an ether that also has an alcohol group in it. 
In other words, Ethoxydiglycol is also known as ethoxylated alcohol. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a fruity odor.

USES and APPLICATIONS of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
Solvent: Ethoxydiglycol is used in personal care and cosmetic formulations for solubilizing active ingredients.
Humectant: Ethoxydiglycol provides moisture retention properties, enhancing the skin's hydration.
Carrier Agent: Ethoxydiglycol facilitates the delivery of active ingredients in topical applications.

Industrial Applications of Ethoxydiglycol: Employed in inks, paints, and cleaning formulations due to its solvent properties.
Ethoxydiglycol is a widely used as solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, co-solvent and viscosity decreasing agent. 
Ethoxydiglycol is used superior solubilizer and efficacy booster for cosmetic formulations. 

Ethoxydiglycol enhances skin penetration of cosmetic actives. 
Ethoxydiglycol helps repair split ends of damaged hairs. 
Ethoxydiglycol improves color fixation of self-tanning products with DHA. 

Due to its excellent solubilizing properties Ethoxydiglycol has application in almost every type of cosmetic product.
Ethoxydiglycol is a solvent for dyes, nitrocellulose, paints, inks, and resins. 
Ethoxydiglycol is a component of wood stains for wood, for setting the twist and conditioning yarns and cloth, in textile printing, textile soaps, lacquers, penetration enhancer in cosmetics, drying varnishes and enamels, and brake fluids.

Ethoxydiglycol is used to determine the saponification values of oils and as a neutral solvent for mineral oil-soap and mineral oil-sulfated oil mixtures (giving fine dispersions in water).
Ethoxydiglycol is also widely used as a solvent in a number of cosmetics and personal care products, including face cream, deodorant, makeup, hair dye, and sunless tanner

Ethoxydiglycol that is widely used as solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, co-solvent and viscosity decreasing agent. 
Add Ethoxydiglycol to formulas to the water phase. 
Typical use level of Ethoxydiglycol is 1 - 10%. 

Ethoxydiglycol is used for external use only.
Ethoxydiglycol is used Skin & hair care products including self-tanning products, sunscreens, antiperspirants, fragrances antimicrobial soaps & nail polish removers, conditioners, hair dyes, products for blemished skin.

Ethoxydiglycol is commonly used in hair coloring formulas (both semi-permanent / permanent) because it can help color Can get into the hair better
Ethoxydiglycol’s particularly popular in sunless tanning products due to the way it facilitates smooth spreading and minimizes streaking. 
Ethoxydiglycol can also be found in numerous other personal care products ranging from skin care serums to hair dyes. 

When used in skin care products, Ethoxydiglycol is known to help key ingredients absorb more effectively.
Ethoxydiglycol acts as a solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, co-solvent and viscosity decreasing agent. 
Ethoxydiglycol offers even distribution of the product. 

Ethoxydiglycol is a superior solubilizer and efficacy booster for cosmetic formulations. 
Ethoxydiglycol enhances penetration of cosmetic actives, helps repair split ends, improves color fixation of self-tanning products with DHA, and many additional uses. 

Due to its solubilizing properties Ethoxydiglycol has application in almost every type of cosmetic product including antiperspirants, antimicrobial soaps, nail polish removers, fragrances, conditioners, hair dyes, sunscreens, self-tanning products and products for acne prone skin.
Ethoxydiglycol is suitable for make-up, perfume base, bath, and hair- and skin care formulations.

Ethoxydiglycol (Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether) is a synthetic derivative (ethoxylated) of grain alcohol (drinking alcohol; ethanol) widely used in skin and hair care applications as an excellent solvent, carrier, viscosity modifier, humectant, penetration enhancer, fragrance, etc. 
Ethoxydiglycol is used at a concentration of 1-10%. 

Thanks to a potent solubilizing property, Ethoxydiglycol solves insoluble or sparingly soluble active ingredients like Sulfur or Copper Usnate while decreasing the viscosity of the formula. 
In many applications, Ethoxydiglycol improves penetration levels and boosts the efficiency of active ingredients.

Ethoxydiglycol possesses outstanding safety and versatility in both water and oil-based preparations, additionally moisturizing and conditioning the skin. 
In addition, Ethoxydiglycol improves skin feel, lubricating and spreading properties of the product.
In hair care applications, Ethoxydiglycol delivers long-lasting and uniform color fixation, preventing and repairing split ends. 

Ethoxydiglycol is utilized in all types of skin and hair care products, including anti-acne, self-tanning, and hair conditioning preparations, as well as cleansers, antiperspirants, and soaps.
Ethoxydiglycol is commonly used as solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, co-solvent and viscosity decreasing agent.

Ethoxydiglycol functions as a humectant and attracts moisture from the air and draws it into your skin, it improves moisture retention in the skin, and may help other topical ingredients to perform well. 
Ethoxydiglycol prevents the skin from drying and also delays the signs of aging. 

Ethoxydiglycol boosts the efficacy of certain active ingredients.
Ethoxydiglycol gives a longer-lasting and more uniform color to the hair, and also prevents split ends. 
Solvents like ethoxydiglycol are used to make thinner formulations and decrease the viscosity of a formulation to make the formulation readily spreadable on the skin or hair.

Ethoxydiglycol acts as a solubilizer, solvent carrier, fragrance enhancer, humectant, co-solvent and viscosity decreasing agent. 
Ethoxydiglycol offers even distribution of the product. 
Ethoxydiglycol is suitable for cosmetics, hair and skin care formulations.

Ethoxydiglycol has a strong moisturizing effect, is an emollient, is compatible with almost all existing types of formulations and is mainly used as a solvent for various active ingredients in cosmetics. 
Ethoxydiglycol is used in face and body skin products as a solvent. 

As an odorless solvent Ethoxydiglycol is used in the preparation of perfumes. 
In nail polish removers, Ethoxydiglycol can significantly reduce the acetone content. 
In hair and scalp care products, Ethoxydiglycol provides the most uniform and long-lasting coloring and effectively solves the problem of split ends. 

In addition, Ethoxydiglycol can be used as a surfactant for microemulsions and significantly increases the effectiveness of active ingredients (chemical sunscreen additives, bactericidal components and aluminum chlorohydrate). 
Like all enhancers, Ethoxydiglycol increases the effectiveness of active ingredients, increasing the regenerating, firming, regulating and moisturizing effects of cosmetic products several times.

USAGE AND BENEFITS OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
Ethoxydiglycol is an excellent solvent that can dissolve in almost any solvent and oil. 
Ethoxydiglycol can also be sued as a cosolvent.
Ethoxydiglycol is soluble in both water-loving and oil-loving phases. 

Therefore, Ethoxydiglycol is used in almost every cosmetic formulation. 
Ethoxydiglycol is widely used as a solvent and to enhance product performance, so it can also be called an activity enhancer. 

Ethoxydiglycol is also used as a fixative in any tanning product containing DHA. 
Ethoxydiglycol has a very beneficial effect on the hair as it helps to fix split ends. 

Ethoxydiglycol helps in the penetration of cosmetic actives. 
Ethoxydiglycol is used in hair care and skin care products, hair dyes, sunscreens, fragrances, antiperspirants, products for blemished skin, nail polish removers, self-tanning products, hair conditioners and antimicrobial soaps.

FUNCTIONS OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
*Humectant : 
Ethoxydiglycol maintains water content of a cosmetic both in its packaging and on the skin

*Solvent : 
Ethoxydiglycol dissolves other substances

*Perfuming : 
Ethoxydiglycol is used for perfume and aromatic raw materials

ETHOXYDIGLYCOL CONTAINS:
Ethoxydiglycol is present in 0.43% of cosmetics.
*Self-tanner (11.09%)
*Hair colouring (2.29%)
*Face moisturizing serum (1.46%)
*Specific hair care (0.81%)
*Classic shampoo (0.45%)

FUNCTIONS OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
*Humectant
*Perfuming
*Solvent

FUNCTIONS OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL IN COSMETIC PRODUCTS:
*FRAGRANCE
Ethoxydiglycol enhances the smell of a product and / or perfumes the skin

*FRAGRANCE FUNCTIONAL
Functional ingredient (excipient) of perfume oils and / or flavours

*HUMECTANT
Ethoxydiglycol holds and retains moisture in cosmetic products

*SOLVENT
Ethoxydiglycol dissolves other substances

ETHOXYDIGLYCOL MARKET OUTLOOK-2030:
Ethoxydiglycol is better known as diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, is a cosmetic grade solvent. 
Ethoxydiglycol is soluble in both water and oil. 

Ethoxydiglycol is mostly used to dissolve ingredients to decrease thickness. 
Ethoxydiglycol is most commonly used for the production of skin care products where it acts as an outstanding solvent and carrier. 

Ethoxydiglycol is largely used solvent or co-solvent, which can be utilized in hydrophilic or lipophilic state due to its solubility in ethanol, propylene glycol, vegetable oils, water, and butylene glycol. 

Ethoxydiglycol finds usage in hair and skin care products, eye and facial makeup, fragrances, personal hygiene products, and shaving products. 
Ethoxydiglycol even assure distribution of ingredients in the product to help it give better effect. 
A solubilizer for instance ethoxydiglycol is used to keep the product preparation well mixed.

ETHOXYDIGLYCOL IN COSMETICS: CHEMICAL PROFILE 
The ingredient 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, also known as Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether (DEGEE), is identified by its INCI name Ethoxydiglycol (CAS No. 111-90-0). 
Ethoxydiglycol belongs to the glycol ethers category, which is a class of alcohols characterised by the presence of two hydroxyl groups, commonly referred to as diols.

Ethoxydiglycol is a colourless liquid primarily utilised in cosmetic formulations for its humectant, solvent, and perfuming properties. 
Ethoxydiglycol can be found in a wide array of skincare products, including moisturisers, serums, fragrances, and hair colouring agents.

ETHOXYDIGLYCOL AT A GLANCE:
Solvent that helps improve the penetration of other key ingredients in a skin care formula
Popular in self-tanning products due to the way it minimizes streaks

Found in all kinds of personal care products, including deodorants and hair dyes
Also goes by “diethylene glycol monoethyl ether” or the trademark name “Transcutol”
As a raw material it appears as a clear liquid and is water soluble

WHAT IS ETHOXYDIGLYCOL USED FOR?
Ethoxydiglycol is primarily used as a solvent in cosmetics to help dissolve or suspend other formulation ingredients. 
Ethoxydiglycol is soluble in various other solvents like ethanol, propylene glycol, and vegetable oil, due to which it is found in almost every other cosmetic product like antiperspirants, soaps, nail polish removers, fragrances, hair conditioners, etc.

*Skin care: 
Ethoxydiglycol functions as a humectant and attracts moisture from the air and draws it into your skin, it improves moisture retention in the skin, and may help other topical ingredients to perform well.

Ethoxydiglycol prevents the skin from drying and also delays the signs of aging. 
Ethoxydiglycol is used at a concentration of 1-10%. It boosts the efficacy of certain active ingredients like vitamin C, self-tanning active DHA, or benzoyl peroxide and is thus used in vitamin C serums

*Hair care: 
Ethoxydiglycol gives a longer-lasting and more uniform color to the hair, and also prevents split ends. 
Solvents like ethoxydiglycol are used to make thinner formulations and decrease the viscosity of a formulation to make the formulation readily spreadable on the skin or hair

ORIGIN OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
The ethoxylation of ethanol produces Ethoxydiglycol. 
Ethoxylation is a chemical reaction in which ethylene oxide is added to a substrate. 
In this case, the substrate is ethanol, a type of alcohol.

WHAT DOES ETHOXYDIGLYCOL DO IN A FORMULATION?
*Humectant
*Solvent
*Perfuming

SAFETY PROFILE OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
Ethoxydiglycol is non-irritating, non-penetrating, and non-comedogenic when applied to the skin. 
The Cosmetics Ingredient Review (CIR) concludes Ethoxydiglycol to be safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products.

ALTERNATIVES OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
*BUTYLENE GLYCOL, 
*HEXYLENE GLYCOL, 
*DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL

BENEFITS OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
*Superior solubilizer and efficacy booster for cosmetic formulations
*Ethoxydiglycol enhances skin penetration of cosmetic actives
*Ethoxydiglycol helps repair split ends of damaged hairs
*Ethoxydiglycol improves color fixation of self-tanning products with DHA
*Due to its excellent solubilizing properties Ethoxydiglycol has application in almost every type of cosmetic product

PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
*Non-Toxic: 
Considered safe for use in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

*Low Volatility: 
Reduces the evaporation rate of formulations, extending their effect.

*Moisturizing: 
Enhances the skin's moisture level, making it suitable for skincare products.

*Stabilizer: 
Improves the stability and shelf-life of emulsions and other formulations.

WHAT IS IT?
Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol and Dipropylene Glycol are clear, practically colorless, liquids. 
In cosmetics and personal care products, these ingredients are used in the formulation of hair and bath products, eye and facial makeup, fragrances, personal cleanliness products, and shaving and skin care products.

WHAY IS IT USED?
Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol and Dipropylene Glycol are used as solvents and viscosity decreasing agents in cosmtics and personal care products.

SCIENTIFIC FACTS OF ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
Butylene Glycol, or 1,3-Butanediol, dissolves most essential oils and synthetic flavoring substances. Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol and Dipropylene Glycol are glycols or glycol ethers. Glycols are a class of alcohols that contain two hydroxyl groups which are also called a diols.

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
Molecular Formula: C6H14O3
Molar Mass: 134.17 g/mol
Density: 0.999 g/mL at 25°C (literature value)
Melting Point: -80 °C
Boiling Point: 202°C (literature value)
Flash Point: 205°F
Water Solubility: Miscible
Solubility: Miscible in acetone, benzene, chloroform, ethanol, and ether.
Vapor Pressure: 0.12 mm Hg (20 °C)
Vapor Density: 4.63 (vs air)

Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid
Color: Clear colorless
Odor: Weakly fruity; mild and characteristic.
Merck Index: 14,1800
BRN: 1736441
pKa: 14.37 ± 0.10 (Predicted)
Storage Condition: Store below +30°C.
Stability: Stable. Hygroscopic.
Sensitive: Hygroscopic
Explosive Limit: 1.8-12.2% (V)

Refractive Index: n20/D 1.427 (literature value)
MDL: MFCD00002872
CAS Number: 111-90-0
Chemical Formula: C2H5OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH
Name: Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether (DE)
Appearance: Colorless and transparent liquid
Purity (GC) ≥ 99%
Distillation Range (760 mmHg °C): 198.0-205.0
Water content ≤ 0.1% (KF)
Acidity (ASH AC) ≤ %
Specific Gravity (d420): 0.9885 ± 0.005
Color ≤ (Pt-Co): 15

Boiling Point: 196°C
Melting Point: -77.7°C
Solubility: Soluble in ethyl ether, 
miscible with water, ethanol, acetone, benzene
Viscosity: 3.85 mPa.s
Physical state: Liquid, clear
Color: Colorless
Odor: Not available
Melting point/freezing point: Melting point: -76°C
Initial boiling point and boiling range: 202°C (lit.)

Flammability (solid, gas): Not available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: 
Upper explosion limit: 23.5% (V), 
Lower explosion limit: 1.2% (V)
Flash point: 96°C - closed cup
Autoignition temperature: Not available
Decomposition temperature: Not available
pH: Not available
Water solubility: Soluble
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: Not available
Vapor pressure: 0.16 hPa at 20°C

Density: 0.999 g/cm³ at 25°C (lit.)
Relative density: Not available
Relative vapor density: Not available
Particle characteristics: Not available
Explosive properties: Not available
Oxidizing properties: None
Other safety information: Relative vapor: 4.63 - (Air = 1.0)
INCI Nomenclature: Ethoxydiglycol
Appearance: Clear Liquid

Solubility: Soluble in Ethanol, Propylene Glycol, 
Vegetable Oils, Water, Butylene Glycol
Suggested Use Levels: 1-10%
Formulating Guidelines: Add to Water Phase of Formulation
Storage: Protected from direct light and humidity at a temperature of 50°F-77°F (10°C-25°C)
Shelf life: 12 months from the date of manufacture
CAS: 111-90-0
EINECS: 203-919-7
InChI: InChI=1/C4H10O3.C4H10O/c5-1-3-7-4-2-6;1-3-5-4-2/h5-6H,1-4H2;3-4H2,1-2H3
InChIKey: XXJWXESWEXIICW-UHFFFAOYSA-N

CAS Number: 111-90-0
Chem/IUPAC Name: 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol; Carbitol; Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether; DEGEE
EINECS/ELINCS No: 203-919-7
COSING REF No: 33802
Boiling Point: 196°C
Melting Point: -77.7°C
Solubility: Soluble in ethyl ether, miscible with water, ethanol, acetone, benzene
Viscosity: 3.85 mPa.s
Chemical Formula: C6H14O3
Molar Mass: 134.175 g·mol−1

Melting Point: −76 °C (−105 °F; 197 K)
Boiling Point: 196 to 202 °C (385 to 396 °F; 469 to 475 K)
INCI Nomenclature: Ethoxydiglycol
Appearance: Clear Liquid
Solubility: Soluble in Ethanol, Propylene Glycol, Vegetable Oils, Water, Butylene Glycol
Suggested Use Levels: 1-10%
Formulating Guidelines: Add to Water Phase of Formulation
Storage: Protected from direct light and humidity at a temperature of 50°-77°F (10°-25°C)
Shelf Life: 12 months from the date of manufacture
This Product Should Be Added to a Formulation at the Recommended Usage Rate.

CAS Number: 111-90-0
EC Number: 203-919-7
Molecular Weight: 134.18 g/mol
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Density: 1.027 g/cm³ at 25°C
Boiling Point: 195–198°C
Melting Point: Not Applicable (Liquid at Room Temperature)
Flash Point: 96°C (Closed Cup)
Solubility: Miscible with water, alcohols, and many organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: 0.09 mmHg at 20°C
Refractive Index: 1.427 at 20°C

FIRST AID MEASURES of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Description of first-aid measures:
*If inhaled:
After inhalation: 
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact: 
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. 
Rinse skin with water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact: 
Rinse out with plenty of water. 
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing: 
Make victim drink water (two glasses at most). 
Consult doctor if feeling unwell.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
No data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains. 
Collect, bind, and pump off spills. 
Observe possible material restrictions. 
Take up with liquid-absorbent material.
Dispose of properly. 
Clean up affected area.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2) 
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection. 
Safety glasses
*Skin protection:
Full contact
Material: butyl-rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Splash contact:
Material: Latex gloves
Minimum layer thickness: 0,6 mm
Break through time: 30 min
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.

HANDLING and STORAGE of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Hygroscopic.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of ETHOXYDIGLYCOL:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .