Substance Name: Dipropylene Glycol Diacrylate
CAS Number: 57472-68-1
Applications: UV-curable inks, coatings, adhesives, photopolymer resins
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Other Names: 2-Propenoic acid, 1,1'-oxybis[2-propanol] diester
Recommended Use: Only in industrial settings with trained users
Restrictions: Not suitable for food, drug, or cosmetic formulations
GHS Classification: Skin Irritant (Category 2), Eye Irritant (Category 2), Skin Sensitizer (Category 1B)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation, may cause allergic skin reaction, harmful if inhaled or swallowed
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors, wear protective gloves/eye protection, wash skin thoroughly after handling
Label Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Potential Health Effects: Irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory system; prolonged exposure can cause dermatitis or sensitization
Environmental Risk: Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects; do not release untreated into environment
Chemical Identity: Dipropylene Glycol Diacrylate
Synonyms: DPGDA
CAS Number: 57472-68-1
Concentration: >95%
Impurities: Trace monomers, impurities below 2%
Other Components: May contain stabilizers (e.g., 10-50 ppm MEHQ [Monomethyl Ether Hydroquinone])
General Advice: Take the individual to fresh air or a well-ventilated area
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, support breathing if needed, medical help if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse with running water and mild soap
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids, seek medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, get medical advice
Note for Doctors: Treat symptomatically, monitor for allergic reactions or respiratory distress
Extinguishing Media: Use CO2, foam, dry chemical; avoid direct water stream
Fire Hazards: Combustible liquid, emits toxic acrid smoke, CO and CO2 on thermal decomposition
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear
Special Measures: Cool tanks with water spray, prevent runoff to sewers or waterways
Hazard Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid smoke, irritating fumes
Personal Protection: Wear gloves, goggles, protective clothing; provide adequate ventilation
Spill Containment: Stop leak at source if safe, contain with sand or non-combustible absorbent
Cleanup: Collect with inert absorbent material, shovel into labeled container for disposal
Decontamination: Wash area with plenty of water and detergent, confirm all residues removed
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, sewers, or waterways
Reporting: Inform local authorities if large spills threaten sensitive environments
Handling: Handle in closed systems, minimize vapor release, avoid contact with skin and eyes, keep work area clean
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed, store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from sunlight and heat
Temperature Range: 5°C to 35°C; avoid freezing
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, bases, polymerization initiators
Special Precautions: Ground/bond containers during transfer, do not smoke, eat, or drink in handling area
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, process enclosures
Administrative Controls: Train workers, maintain hygiene standards, label all containers
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile gloves, chemical safety goggles, protective clothing, chemical-resistant apron, suitable respiratory protection for vapors/aerosols
Exposure Limits: No official OSHA/ACGIH limits; minimize exposure as a precaution
Workplace Monitoring: Regular air sampling for acrylate vapors in enclosed spaces
Physical State: Liquid
Color: Clear, colorless to pale yellow
Odor: Slight acrylate odor
Melting Point: -34°C
Boiling Point: Above 200°C (decomposes)
Flash Point: 108°C (closed cup)
Auto-Ignition Temp: Above 300°C
Density: 1.05 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: Low solubility in water, soluble in organic solvents
Viscosity: 13-18 mPa·s at 25°C
pH: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: 0.01 mmHg at 20°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Hazardous Polymerization: May occur if exposed to heat, light, peroxides, or other radical initiators
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, alkalis, peroxides, iron salts
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, irritating acrylate fumes
Conditions to Avoid: Elevated temperature, sunlight, contamination by strong acids/bases, improper inhibitor levels
Likely Exposure Routes: Skin contact, eye contact, inhalation
Acute Toxicity: Low oral and dermal toxicity (LD50 oral, rat >2000 mg/kg)
Irritation: Causes skin and eye irritation at moderate contact
Sensitization: Prolonged or repeated exposure can cause skin sensitization, allergic dermatitis
Chronic Effects: No conclusive evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity
Other Symptoms: Headaches, nausea, respiratory discomfort if significant vapor inhalation
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms (EC50, Daphnia magna, 72 h: 18 mg/L)
Persistence/Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, may persist in water/soil
Bioaccumulation Potential: Moderate (log Kow: 2.0-2.5), unlikely to bioaccumulate
Other Effects: Toxic to algae and invertebrates with prolonged exposure
Environmental Fate: Tends to partition into organic-rich sediments from water; photo-oxidation may occur in sunlight
Precaution: Avoid release to environment, especially near bodies of water or sensitive habitats
Disposal Methods: Incinerate at qualified chemical waste facility approved for hazardous waste
Disposal of Packaging: Triple rinse, puncture, and recycle or incinerate, following local, state, national regulations
Do Not: Discharge into public sewers, drains, or surface waters
Waste Codes: US EPA RCRA code (if applicable), check local guidance
Precaution: Consult waste contractor and regulatory agency for specific requirements
Recycling: Only consider if ensured uncontaminated, verify with proper authority
UN Number: UN3082 (if regulated as environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s.)
Transport Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s. (Dipropylene Glycol Diacrylate)
Class: 9 (Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances)
Packing Group: III
DOT Status: Not regulated domestically unless shipped in large bulk or by air
IMDG/IATA: May be subject to restriction for marine/air transport
Shipping Precautions: Prevent leaks, keep packaged upright, mark as hazardous cargo if applicable
Special Notes: Verify with freight carrier and consignee jurisdiction
US Regulations: Listed on TSCA inventory, subject to SARA 313 reporting if used above threshold
OSHA: Classified as hazardous, requires labeling and worker training
Other US Laws: EPA Clean Water Act discharge prohibitions
International Inventories: Registered in EU (REACH compliant), Canada (DSL), Australia (AICS), Japan (ENCS), China (IECSC), Korea (KECI)
Labeling: Comply with Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and country-specific chemical labeling
Other Requirements: Maintain up-to-date MSDS, periodic safety reviews, ongoing training for exposed personnel
