Description
2-(2-Methoxyethoxy) ethanol, Methyl diglycol ;Methyl Carbitol
| CAS | 111-77-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H12O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 120.15 |
| Shelf Life | 60 Months |
| Physical Properties | |||
| Physical State at 20 °C | Liquid | Colour | Clear Colorless |
| Odour | Faint pleasant odor | Melting Point/ Freezing Point [°C] | -70 °C |
| Auto-Ignition Temperature [°C] | 215°C | Flash Point [°C] | 87 °C |
| Boiling Point [°C] | 190 – 194 °C | Initial Boiling Point [°C] | 190°C |
| Final Boiling Point [°C] | 194 °C | Vapour Pressure [20°C] | 0.3 hPa at 20 °C |
| Vapour Density | 4.15 | Density [g/cm3] | 1.02 g/mL at 20 °C |
| Solubility in Water [% weight] | Miscible in water | Viscosity at 40°C [mm2/s] | 3.9 mPa @ 20°C |
| Explosion Limits – Upper [%] | 22.70% | Explosion Limits -Lower [%] | 1.38% |
| Specifications | |||
| Appearance | Colorless liquid | Assay | Min 98.0% |
| Density (D20°C/4°C) | 1.018 – 1.022 g/ml | Water (H2O) | Max 0.1% |
| Peroxide (As H2O2) | Max 0.05% | Refractive Index (20°C; 589 Nm) | 1.4250 – 1.4270 |
| Dangerous Goods Information | |||
| UN Number | – | DG Class | – |
| Safety Information & Hazard Symbols | |
| Symbol | GHS08 |
| Signal Word | Warning |
| Hazard Statement | H361d |
| Precaution Statement | P281 |















