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PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used by consumers, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used in the following areas: printing and recorded media reproduction, building & construction work and health services.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used for the manufacture of: machinery and vehicles and rubber products.

CAS Number: 107-98-2
EC Number: 203-539-1
MDL number: MFCD00004537
Linear Formula: CH3CH(OH)CH2OCH3 / C4H10O2

SYNONYMS:
1-Methoxy-2-propanol, 1-Methoxypropan-2-ol, PGME, Methoxyisopropanol, Closol, Propylene glycol monomethyl ether, 2-Propanol, 1-methoxy-, Dowtherm 209, Poly-Solve MPM, Propasol solvent M, Dowanol 33B, 2-Methoxy-1-methylethanol, 1-Methoxy-2-hydroxypropane, PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER, 2-Propanol, methoxy-, Propylene glycol 1-methyl ether, NSC 2409, Dowanol-33B, 1-methoxy-propan-2-ol, .alpha.-Propylene glycol monomethyl ether, Methyl proxitol, DSSTox_CID_4284, DSSTox_RID_77354, DSSTox_GSID_24284, UNII-74Z7JO8V3U, Ucar Solvent LM (Obs.), HSDB 1016, UN3092, BRN 1731270, propyleneglycol monomethylether, AI3-15573, Glycol ether pm, Ucar solvent lm, Solvent PM, Gylcol Ether PM, Icinol PM, Poly-solv MPM, 74Z7JO8V3U, Methoxy-2-propanol, 3-methoxy-propan-2-ol, Propan-1-methoxy-2-ol, rac-1-methoxy-2-propanol, 1,2-PROPYLENE GLYCOL 1-MONOMETHYL ETHER, 2-methoxy-1-methyl ethanol, Propan-2-ol, 1-methoxy-, 3-01-00-02146 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), propylene glycol monomethylether, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, 98%, Propyleneglycol monomethyl ether, Methoxypropanol, .alpha. isomer, CHEMBL3186306, DTXSID8024284, NSC2409, WLN: QY1 & 1O1, propylene glycol mono methyl ether, (+/-)2-methoxy-1-methylethanol, NSC-2409, Propylene Glycol 1-Monomethyl Ether, Tox21_201803, Tox21_303269, 7109AF, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, >=99.5%, AKOS009158246, MCULE-7513310960, SB44649, SB44662, NCGC00249123-01, NCGC00256978-01, NCGC00259352-01, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, analytical standard, DB-016688, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Reagent Grade, FT-0608005, FT-0647598, FT-0654880, FT-0655258, M0126, E72455, Q1884806, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, Z1262237356, 2-Propanol, 1-methoxy-, propylene glycol methyl ether, propylene glycol monomethyl ether, Propylene glycol methyl ether, Propyleneglycol monomethyl ether, PGME, Closol, Dowanol pm, MeCH(OH)CH2OMe, PGMME, 1-methoxy-2-hydroxypropane, PM-EL, dowanol33b, α-Propylene glycol monomethyl ether, Dowanol-33B, Dowtherm 209, 1-Methoxy-2-hydroxypropane, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, 2-Methoxy-1-methylethanol, 1-Methoxypropan-2-ol, Glycol ether pm, Poly-solve MPM, Propasol solvent M, Ucar solvent lm, Icinol PM, Methoxypropanol, α isomer, PGME, Poly-solv MPM, Propylene glycol 1-methyl ether, Solvent PM, Propan-1-methoxy-2-ol, Propan-2-ol, 1-methoxy-, Closol, Methoxyisopropanol, NSC 2409, Closol, Methoxy Ether of Propylene Glycol, 2-Methoxy-1-methylethanol, 1-methoxypropanol, 1-methoxy-2-propanol, Methyl ether of propylene glycol, Propylene glycol methyl ether, Ucar Solvent LM, 1-Methoxypropan-2-ol, 1,2-Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether, 1-Methoxy-2-Propanol, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether, Ether Methylique De Propylene Glycol, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, Dowanol PM, Arcosolv PM, Methoxypropanol, Propasol solvent M, 2-Methoxy-1-methylethanol, alpha-Propylene glycol monomethyl ether, 2-Propanol 1-methoxy, Methoxy ether of propylene glycol, Dowtherm 209, Dowtherm209®, 1-methoxy-2-hydroxypropane, 1-methoxy-2-propanol, 2-methoxy-1-methylethanol, propylene glycol methyl ether, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol [UN3092] , Z825742124, Dowtherm® 209, 1-Methoxy-2-hydroxypropane, 2-Methoxy-1-methylethanol, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, Propylene glycol methyl ether

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether (PGME or 1-methoxy-2-propanol) is an organic solvent with a wide variety of industrial and commercial uses.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and / or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 100 000 to < 1 000 000 tonnes per annum.

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is a solvent for nitrocellulose, alkyd resins, and anhydride-modified phenolic resins.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is also used as an additive for antifreeze and brake fluid.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether has excellent dissolving performance, and has appropriate volatility and reactivity characteristics for a wide range of applications.

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether appears as a colorless liquid.
Flash point of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is near 89 °F.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is less dense than water.

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is a colorless liquid with a slight ethereal odor that is used as an excellent industrial solvent with low toxicity and has strong solubility for polar and unpolar materials, which can be used for advanced paints, printing inks as well as some other polymers including glycol acid resin, acrylic acid resin, epoxy resin and nitrocellulose.

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used as a solvent and as an antifreeze agent.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is an aliphatic ether alcohol.

USES and APPLICATIONS of PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER:
Industrial Applications: Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used Solvent in paints, varnishes, and ink formulations
Cleaning Products uses of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether: Component of glass and surface cleaners due to its solvency and quick evaporation
Chemical Intermediate: Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used in the production of other chemicals such as esters for coatings

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used by consumers, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used in the following products: coating products, washing & cleaning products, anti-freeze products, cosmetics and personal care products, biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products) and inks and toners.

Release to the environment of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether can occur from industrial use: industrial abrasion processing with low release rate (e.g. cutting of textile, cutting, machining or grinding of metal) and of articles where the substances are not intended to be released and where the conditions of use do not promote release.

Other release to the environment of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is likely to occur from: indoor use in long-life materials with low release rate (e.g. flooring, furniture, toys, construction materials, curtains, foot-wear, leather products, paper and cardboard products, electronic equipment) and outdoor use in long-life materials with low release rate (e.g. metal, wooden and plastic construction and building materials).

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether can be found in products with material based on: wood (e.g. floors, furniture, toys), plastic (e.g. food packaging and storage, toys, mobile phones), metal (e.g. cutlery, pots, toys, jewellery), stone, plaster, cement, glass or ceramic (e.g. dishes, pots/pans, food storage containers, construction and isolation material) and paper (e.g. tissues, feminine hygiene products, nappies, books, magazines, wallpaper).

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether can be found in complex articles, with no release intended: vehicles.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used in the following products: coating products, washing & cleaning products, plant protection products, adhesives and sealants, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay and inks and toners.

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether has an industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates).
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used in the following areas: printing and recorded media reproduction, building & construction work and health services.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used for the manufacture of: machinery and vehicles and rubber products.

Other release to the environment of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners) and outdoor use.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used in the following products: coating products, inks and toners, semiconductors, polymers and cosmetics and personal care products.

Release to the environment of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether can occur from industrial use: formulation of mixtures.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used in the following products: coating products, semiconductors, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay and washing & cleaning products.

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether has an industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates).
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used in the following areas: building & construction work.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used for the manufacture of: chemicals, machinery and vehicles, electrical, electronic and optical equipment and fabricated metal products.

Release to the environment of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether can occur from industrial use: in processing aids at industrial sites and as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates).
Release to the environment of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether can occur from industrial use: manufacturing of the substance.

Similar to other glycol ethers, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used as a carrier/solvent in printing/writing inks and paints/coatings.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether also finds use as an industrial and commercial paint stripper.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is used as an antifreeze in diesel engines

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is a solvent widely used in industrial and consumer applications, including paints, coatings, and cleaning products.
Application in pesticide: Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is mainly used as intermediate of metolachlor for weedicide, and as suspension agent of pesticide emulsion.

-Application in coating:
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether, low toxic and strong soluble, is widely used as solvent and coupling agent of ink, paint coating and water-based paint.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is suitable for benzene propylene emulsion, propylene alkene acid emulsion and its emulsion paint, which are characterized by reducing the coating temperature, speeding its cohesion and keeping the coating in a good condition.

-Other applications:
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether can be used in anti-freezer of fuel, cleanser, extractor, and ore-dressing agent for non-ferrous metals.
In addition, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether can be used as material of organic synthesis, dyestuff of dyeing and textile, and solvent of spinning oil

PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS OF PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER:
*Low toxicity compared to other glycol ethers
*High solvency for various resins and dyes
*Good compatibility with water and organic solvents
*Fast evaporation rate, making it suitable for quick-drying applications

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER:
Molecular Weight: (g/mol) 90.1
Boiling Point: @ 760 mmHg, 1.01 ar 120 °C (248 °F)
Flash Point: (Setaflash Closed Cup 31 °C (88 °F)
Freezing Point: -96 °C (-141°F)
Vapor pressure: @ 20°C — extrapolated 8.5 mmHg (1.56 kPa)
Specific gravity: (25/25°C) 0.919
Liquid Density: 0.921 g/cm3 @ 20°C, 0.916 g/cm3 @ 25°C
Vapor Density: (air = 1) 3.1
Viscosity: (cP or mPa•s @ 25°C) 1.7
Surface tension: (dynes/cm or mN/m @ 20°C) 70.7
Specific heat: (J/g/°C @ 25°C) 2.44
Heat of vaporization (J/g) at normal boiling point: 435
Net heat of combustion (kJ/g) — predicted @ 25°C: 24.7

Autoignition temperature: 287 °C (549 °F)
Evaporation rate: (n-butyl acetate = 1.0) 0.62
Solubility: g/100 g @ 25°C
Solvent in water: Completely miscible
Molecular Weight: 90.12
Appearance Form: liquid, clear
Color: colorless
Odor: ethanolic
Odor Threshold: No data available
pH: No data available
Melting point/freezing point:
Melting point: -96 °C at 1.013 hPa - (ECHA)

Initial boiling point and boiling range: 118 - 119 °C - lit.
Flash point: 34 °C - closed cup
Evaporation rate: No data available
Flammability (solid, gas): No data available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits:
Upper explosion limit: 16 %(V)
Lower explosion limit: 1,8 %(V)
Vapor pressure: 14,53 hPa at 25 °C
Vapor density: 3,11 - (Air = 1.0)
Density: 0,916 g/cm3 at 25 °C - lit.
Relative density: No data available

Water solubility: 1.000 g/l at 20 °C
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
Pow: < 1 at 20 °C - Bioaccumulation is not expected.
Autoignition temperature: No data available
Decomposition temperature: No data available
Viscosity
Viscosity, kinematic: No data available
Viscosity, dynamic: 1,7 mPa.s at 25 °C
Explosive properties: No data available
Oxidizing properties: none
Other safety information:
Surface tension: 70,7 mN/m at 1g/l at 20 °C

Relative vapor density: 3,11 - (Air = 1.0)
Boiling point: 120 °C (1013 mbar)
Density: 0.921 g/cm3 (25 °C)
Explosion limit: 1.7 - 11.5 %(V)
Flash point: 34 °C
Ignition temperature: 287 °C
Melting Point: -96 °C
pH value: 4 - 7 (200 g/l, H₂O, 20 °C)
Vapor pressure: 11.33 hPa (20 °C)
Min. Purity Spec: 99% (GC)
Physical Form (at 20°C): Liquid
Boiling Point: 118-119°C(lit.)
Flash Point: 34°C

Refractive Index: 1.403
Long-Term Storage: Store long-term in a cool, dry place
Molecular Weight: 90.12
XLogP3-AA: -0.2
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
Rotatable Bond Count: 2
Exact Mass: 90.068079557
Monoisotopic Mass: 90.068079557
Topological Polar Surface Area: 29.5 Å²
Heavy Atom Count: 6

Formal Charge: 0
Complexity: 28.7
Appearance: colorless clear liquid (est)
Assay: 98.00 to 100.00
Food Chemicals Codex Listed: No
Specific Gravity: 0.92200 @ 25.00 °C.
Melting Point: 119.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point: 119.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure: 8.152000 mmHg @ 25.00 °C. (est)
Flash Point: 93.00 °F. TCC ( 33.89 °C. )
logP (o/w): -0.342 (est)

Soluble in:
alcohol
water, 1000000 mg/L @ 25 °C
water, 1e+006 mg/L @ 25 °C (est)
Chemical formula: C4H10O2
Molar mass: 90.122 g·mol−1
Appearance: Colorless liquid
Odor: Ethereal
Density: 0.92 g/cm3 (20 °C)
Melting point: −97 °C (−143 °F; 176 K)
Boiling point: 120 °C (248 °F; 393 K)
Solubility in water: Miscible

log P: -0.45
Molecular Weight: 90.12 g/mol
XLogP3-AA: -0.2
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
Rotatable Bond Count: 2
Exact Mass: 90.068079557 g/mol
Monoisotopic Mass: 90.068079557 g/mol
Topological Polar Surface Area: 29.5Å²
Heavy Atom Count: 6
Formal Charge: 0
Complexity: 28.7
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0

Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 1
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes
Physical State (20°C): Liquid
Physical State (25°C): Liquid
Density (kg/m3): 924 [Kg/m³] at a temperature of 20°C
Kinematic viscosity (cSt): 1.88 [cSt] at a temperature of 20°C
1.86 [cSt] at a temperature of 25°C

Molar mass (g/mol): 90.12
Density of gas (kg/m3): 3.999
Solubility (g/L): 10000000 [g/L] at a temperature of 20°C and salinity of 0‰
Boiling Point (°C): 121
Melting Point (°C): -97
Critical temperature (°C): 579.8
Critical pressure (Pa): 4113000
Surface tension (mN/m): 27.27 [mN/m] at a temperature of 20°C
Vapour Pressure (Pa): 1460 [Pa] at a temperature of 20°C
1665 [Pa] at a temperature of 25°C

Flash Point (°C): 38
Flash Point (Pensky-Martens closed cup) (°C): 32
Flash Point (Cleveland open cup) (°C): 36
Combustion enthalpy (J/Kg): 25857120
Specific heat capacity (J/(Kg·K)): 2426
Henry's constant (mol/(m³·Pa)): 0.09
Appearance: Colorless liquid with a mild, ether-like odor
Boiling Point: ~120°C
Melting Point: ~ -96°C
Density: ~0.92 g/cm³ at 20°C

Flash Point: 32°C (closed cup)
Vapor Pressure: 8.8 mmHg at 20°C
Solubility: Completely miscible in water and many organic solvents
EC Number: 203-539-1
CAS Number: 107-98-2
Molecular Formula: C4H10O2
Molecular Weight: 90.12 g/mol
Physical description: Clear, colorless liquid with a mild, ethereal odor.
Boiling point: 248°F
Molecular weight: 90.1

Freezing point/melting point: -139°F (sets to glass)
Vapor pressure: 12 mmHg
Flash point: 97°F
Vapor density: 3.11
Specific gravity: 0.96
Ionization potential:
Lower explosive limit (LEL): 1.6%
Upper explosive limit (UEL): 13.8%
NFPA health rating: 1
NFPA fire rating: 3
NFPA reactivity rating: 0

FIRST AID MEASURES of PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER:
-Description of first-aid measures:
*General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
Call in physician.
*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:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
No data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Take up with liquid-absorbent material.
Dispose of properly.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Water
Foam
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 PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use safety glasses.
*Skin protection:
Full contact:
Material: butyl-rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Splash contact:
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,4 mm
Break through time: 120 min
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.

HANDLING and STORAGE of PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER:
-Precautions for safe handling:
*Advice on safe handling:
Work under hood.
*Hygiene measures:
Change contaminated clothing.
Wash hands after working with substance.
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
-Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available