Summary of the MSDS on one Ingredient of Inipol EAP 22:  *

the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for 2-Butoxyethanol  *

  (Hazard class 6.1) *      

talks about the same things and use of personal respirators if exposure limits exceeded: full face piece respirator  *  Also cautions that it can be inhaled or absorbed through the skin... causes eye irritation. Prolonged or repeated exposures affects central nervous system, blood and blood-forming organs, kidneys, liver and lymphoid system.

New Jersey Dept of Health and Sr Services

  Hazardous Substance Fact Sheet for 2-Butoxy Ethanol  2-BUTOXY ETHANOL pdf 

 

CAS Number: 11-76-2;  DOT Number:  UN 2369   Exposure may cause reproductive damage - birth defects or even the ability to have children for men as well as women; may damage the liver and kidneys.  2-Butoxy Ethanol is a colorless liquid.  It is used as a solvent in making plastics and in dry cleaning.

 

The federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 1910.1200, requires private employers to provide training and information to their employees.  Exposure to hazardous substances should be routinely evaluated.  This may include collecting personal and area air samples.  You can obtain copies of sampling results from your employer.  You have a legal right to this information under OSHA 1910.1020.  If you think you are experiencing any work-related health problems, see a doctor trained to recognize occupational diseases.  Take the Fact Sheet with you.