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Identification
- Name:
- 2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethanol@DEGME
- Synonyms:
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- dietilenglicol monometil eter
- CAS:
- 111-77-3
- EC/EINECS:
- 203-906-6
- Molecular Formula:
- C5H12O3
- International Chemical Safety Card (ICSC):
- 0040
- Uses:
- solvent adjuvant
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELLING (Regulation 1272/2008)
Symbols
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Respiratory sensitisation
Signal word
WarningH Phrases
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H360D : May damage the unborn child.
Repr. (Cat. 1B) : Reproductive toxicity
Labelling
| Concentration | Labelling |
|---|---|
| Repr., 1B; H 360D: | C≥3%' |
Specific health risks
Occupational Exposure Limits (OEL) ?
Daily exposure limit values (VLA-ED) published by the Spanish National Institute of Safety and Health at Work (INSST). They represent the average concentration of a chemical agent in the worker's breathing zone, measured or calculated in a time-weighted manner for an 8-hour daily working period. (https://www.insst.es/valores-limites-de-exposicion)
Prohibited for pregnant workers
Substances prohibited for pregnant workers
ListRestriction/prohibition regulations
Restricted substances under REACH ?
Substances listed in Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, subject to restrictions on their manufacture, placing on the market or use. Restrictions may be total or partial, limiting specific applications, maximum concentrations or user groups.
Limitations: Shall not be placed on the market after 27 June 2010, for supply to the general public, as a constituent of paints, paint strippers, cleaning agents, self-shining emulsions or floor sealants in concentrations equal to or greater than 0,1 % by weight.
Source: Regulation 1907/2006 (REACH). Annex XVII
Substances under PACT evaluation ?
Substances under active regulatory monitoring through ECHA's PACT (Public Activities Coordination Tool). Allows tracking which regulatory authorities are examining a substance and what potential regulatory actions are being considered (restriction, SVHC identification, harmonised classification, etc.).