Basic information
- Name:
Ethanol, 2-propoxy-
- Superlist Name:
- 2-Propoxyethanol
- CAS No.:
2807-30-9
- Molecular Structure:
- Formula:
- C5H12O2
- Molecular Weight:
- 104.17
- Deleted CAS:
- 83855-85-0
- Synonyms:
- 2-(Propyloxy)ethanol;2-Propoxy-1-ethanol;Ektasolve EP;Ethylene glycolmono-n-propyl ether;Ethylene glycol monopropyl ether;Ethylene glycol propylether;Propoxyethanol;Propyl cellosolve;Propyl glycol;
- EINECS:
- 220-548-6
- Density:
- 0.906 g/cm3
- Melting Point:
- -75 °C(lit.)
- Boiling Point:
- 148.4 °C at 760 mmHg
- Flash Point:
- 51.2 °C
- Appearance:
- oily colourless odourless liquid
- Hazard Symbols:
Xn- Risk Codes:
- 21-36
- Safety Description:
- 26-36/37-46 Details
- Transport Information:
- UN 1986 3/PG 3
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Chemistry
The Molecular formula of Ethanol, 2-propoxy- (2807-30-9): C5H12O2
The Molecular Weight of Ethanol, 2-propoxy- (2807-30-9): 104.15
Molecular Structure : 
EINECS: 220-548-6
Index of Refraction: 1.41
Molar Refractivity: 28.49 cm3
Molar Volume: 114.9 cm3
Polarizability: 11.29 10-24 cm3
Surface Tension: 29.3 dyne/cm
Density: 0.906 g/cm3
Melting Point: −75 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point: 148.4 °C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point: 51.2 °C
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 44.89 kJ/mol
Vapour Pressure: 1.63 mmHg at 25°C
storage temp.: Flammables area
Appearance: oily colourless odourless liquid
Product Categories: Ethylene Glycols & Monofunctional Ethylene Glycols;Monofunctional Ethylene Glycols
IUPAC Name: 2-propoxyethanol
Canonical SMILES: CCCOCCO
InChI: InChI=1S/C5H12O2/c1-2-4-7-5-3-6/h6H,2-5H2,1H3
InChIKey: YEYKMVJDLWJFOA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Uses
Ethanol, 2-propoxy- (2807-30-9) is mainly used as raw material for synthetic pesticides.
Toxicity Data With Reference
| 1. | eye-rbt 100 mg SEV | EVHPAZ EHP, Environmental Health Perspectives. Subseries of DHEW Publications. 57 (1984),165. | ||
| 2. | skn-gpg 500 mg MLD | EVHPAZ EHP, Environmental Health Perspectives. Subseries of DHEW Publications. 57 (1984),165. | ||
| 3. | orl-rat LD50:3089 mg/kg | EVHPAZ EHP, Environmental Health Perspectives. Subseries of DHEW Publications. 57 (1984),165. | ||
| 4. | ihl-rat LCLo:2000 ppm/4H | JIHTAB Journal of Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology. 31 (1949),343. | ||
| 5. | ihl-mus LC50:1530 ppm/7H | JIHTAB Journal of Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology. 25 (1943),157. | ||
| 6. | skn-rbt LD50:960 mg/kg | AIHAAP American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal. 30 (1969),470. | ||
| 7. | skn-gpg LD50:1 g/kg | EVHPAZ EHP, Environmental Health Perspectives. Subseries of DHEW Publications. 57 (1984),165. |
Consensus Reports
Glycol ether compounds are on the Community Right-To-Know List. Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.
Safety Profile
Moderately toxic by ingestion and skin contact. Mildly toxic by inhalation. An experimental teratogen. Experimental reproductive effects. Some glycol ethers have dangerous human reproductive effects. A skin and severe eye irritant. Flammable; can react with oxidizing materials. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. See also GLYCOL ETHERS.
The Hazard Codes of Ethanol, 2-propoxy- (2807-30-9): 
Xn
HazardClass: 3.2
The Risk Statements information of Ethanol, 2-propoxy- (2807-30-9):
21: Harmful in contact with skin
36: Irritating to the eyes
The Safety Statements information of Ethanol, 2-propoxy- (2807-30-9):
26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
46: If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label
36/37: Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves
RIDADR: UN 1986 3/PG 3
WGK Germany: 1
RTECS: KM2800000
F: 10-23
PackingGroup: III
Standards and Recommendations
DFG MAK: 20 ppm
Specification
Ethanol, 2-propoxy- , its cas register number is 2807-30-9. It also can be called 2-Propoxyethanol ; 4-01-00-02379 (Beilstein Handbook Reference) ; Ektasolve EP ; Ethylene glycol mono propyl ether ; Ethylene glycol mono-n-propyl ether ;
Ethylene glycol monopropyl ether ; HSDB 6499 ; Monopropyl ether of ethylene glycol ; Propoxyethanol ; Propyl cellosolve ;
n-Propoxyethanol ; n-Propyl Oxitol glycol .